The Crime of the Century

The Crime of the Century

Big Pharma sold America a lie and made a killing.

TV-MA 2021 · 1 season · 2 eps · ★ 7.7 · Documentary, Crime, Drama

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A searing indictment of Big Pharma and the political operatives and government regulations that enable over-production, reckless distribution and abuse of synthetic opiates.

Created by Alex Gibney

Network: HBO

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