The Crime of the Century streaming
Genre
Documentary
Year
2021
Runtime
1 season

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Metascore

The Crime of the Century

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Synopsis

The Crime of the Century, a riveting documentary series directed by Alex Gibney and released in 2021, dives deep into the opioid crisis that has ravaged America. Featuring compelling narration by Edward Byrne, the series meticulously dissects how pharmaceutical companies, government policies, and the healthcare system have collectively contributed to an epidemic of addiction and overdose deaths. With never-before-seen footage and revealing interviews with insiders, whistleblowers, and victims' families, The Crime of the Century exposes the greed and corruption that have turned a public health issue into a national catastrophe. It's a powerful and poignant examination of one of the most significant single factors that has shaped modern American society.

Cast

  • Edward Byrne

    Self - HSI Special Agent

  • Patrick Radden Keefe

    Self - Writer and Producer, Wind of Change

  • Lenny Bernstein

  • Roy Bosley

  • Alec Burlakoff

  • Scott Higham

Reviews

The Crime of the Century has been widely praised and critically acclaimed, holding a respectable IMDb rating of 8.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes, the documentary has garnered positive reviews for its meticulous research and emotional impact. The New York Times calls it