Dopesick (2021)
A measured, bleak drama exposes the origins of a drug epidemic, from mining towns to the halls of power.
The story of how one company triggered the worst drug epidemic in American history. Look into the epicenter of America's struggle with opioid addiction, from a distressed Virginia mining community, to the hallways of the DEA, and to the opulence of "one percenter" Big Pharma Manhattan.
How intense is Dopesick?
Dopesick has light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-MA.
What Dopesick feels like
- Tone
- grittybleakearnestsuspenseful
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on a book.
Where to stream Dopesick
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 6, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Dopesick for you?
Is Dopesick scary?
No. Dopesick is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Dopesick gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is Dopesick sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Dopesick OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3.
Where can I stream Dopesick?
Dopesick is streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.
Does Dopesick have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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