Netflix has handed out an order for “Painkiller,” an eight-episode limited series about the origins of the opioid crisis. Peter Berg is attached to direct all eight episodes of the series – the first time he’s helmed the entire run of a series.
The opioid crisis in America has become a major public health concern in recent years, with widespread over-prescribing of drugs like fentanyl, vicodin, and oxycontin which has led to massive problems with addiction and overdoses.
Micah Fitzerman-Blue and Noah Harpster (“A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” “Transparent”) will write and serve as showrunners and executive producers.
“Narcos: Mexico” showrunner Eric Newman and Oscar-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney will also executive produce while Patrick Radden Keefe and Barry Meier will both serve as consultants.
Source: Variety
