Painkiller

‘Painkiller’ From The ‘Narcos’ Showrunner: Everything We Know So Far Including The Release Date, Trailer & More

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Netflix Once again, Netflix is bringing a real-life drug story to the small screen, this time with Painkiller, the latest drama from Narcos showrunner Eric Newman (yes, he is the son of Randy Newman, the man who soundtracked your childhood). Matthew Broderick and Uzo Aduba lead the series, which follows the rise of the opioid … Read more

Is Netflix’s Painkiller the True Story Behind the Opioid Crisis?

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‘Painkiller’ released on Netflix on Aug. 10, 2023. The six-episode scripted drama is based on real events surrounding the opioid crisis. Source: Netflix While most people enjoy a good fantasy or science fiction story, we don’t always have to look to alternate realities for compelling, dramatic stories. On Aug. 10, 2023, Netflix released a new … Read more