The Crime of the Century (2021)
"Big Pharma sold America a lie and made a killing."
Synopsis
A searing indictment of Big Pharma and the political operatives and government regulations that enable over-production, reckless distribution and abuse of synthetic opiates.
Creator
Nancy Abraham, Stacey Offman, Lisa Heller
Network
HBO
Episodes
Part One
A look at how Purdue Pharma worked with the FDA to get OxyContin approved for wider use, promoting the highly profitable pain medication's safety without sufficient evidence, and creating a campaign to redefine pain and how it's treated.
Part Two
A spotlight on the mass marketing of the synthetic opioid fentanyl examines the connections between drug manufacturers and government policy. Video of sales retreats and promotional material reveals a deep cynicism among company employees and a disregard for the widespread, nefarious corporate practices.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
The Crime of the Century
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
2
Production
Jigsaw Productions, Storied Media Group, HBO Documentary Films
