Dopesick (2021)
Kernel Score: 87% · 499 ratings
Genres: Crime, Drama
First aired: 2021-10-13
Seasons: 1 · 8 episodes
Where to watch Dopesick
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
Dopesick parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that Dopesick dramatizes the real opioid crisis, including drug addiction, pharmaceutical corruption, and its devastating effects on a small community.
- Language: Moderate — Strong language consistent with a serious crime drama about addiction and corporate malfeasance.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Intense — Central to the plot is opioid addiction and the pharmaceutical industry's role in the drug epidemic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Michael Keaton as Samuel Finnix
- Peter Sarsgaard as Rick Mountcastle
- Michael Stuhlbarg as Richard Sackler
- Will Poulter as Billy Cutler
- John Hoogenakker as Randy Ramseyer
- Kaitlyn Dever as Betsy Mallum
- Rosario Dawson as Bridget Meyer
- Will Chase as Michael Friedman
- Cleopatra Coleman as Grace Pell
Dopesick FAQ
Is Dopesick good?
Dopesick has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 499 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Dopesick?
In the US you can stream Dopesick on Disney+ and Hulu.
Is Dopesick OK for kids?
Dopesick is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that Dopesick dramatizes the real opioid crisis, including drug addiction, pharmaceutical corruption, and its devastating effects on a small community.
What shows are like Dopesick?
If you liked Dopesick, try Snowfall, Breaking Bad, The Knick and Narcos.