Dopesick

It's the drugs-based drama that's had everyone talking this awards season. Examining the American opioid crisis, how it started and how it continues to ravage ...

So we had, like I said, a team of lawyers and researchers going through the scripts to make sure that they were factually accurate in their portrayal of the key events.” “There’s so much more to say about the story,” she added. This non-fiction book follows the Opioid crisis in America and the effect it’s taken on small town residents living around Appalachia. Co-star Kaitlyn Dever also shared her passion for the show. And creator Danny Strong has confirmed that some of the characters are actually amalgamations of real people affected by the opioid crisis. Written by Beth Macy – the American journalist spent six years covering the crisis and hearing stories by those on the frontline. “I am blessed to be able to do something that might improve someone’s life. Dopesick explores the ongoing opioid drug epidemic in America and how it came about. She published her findings in the 2018 book which became a New York Times bestseller. Similarly American viewers can sign up to Hulu for $6.99 a month. Whilst Dopesick is a fictional TV programme it is based on true events. That’s further supported by stellar performances from an all-star cast, who’ve been praised by critics and fans alike.