Prescription Thugs
"Is there really a war on drugs?"
Originally released in 2016. Prescription Thugs is a documentary film. directed by Chris Bell. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Chris Bell, Ted Lieu, and Ryan Sakoda
Synopsis
Americans consume 75% of the world’s prescription drugs. After losing his own brother to the growing epidemic of prescription drug abuse, documentarian Chris Bell sets out to demystify this insidious addiction. Bell’s examination into the motives of big pharma and doctors in this ever-growing market leads him to meet with experts on the nature of addiction, survivors with first-hand accounts of their struggle, and whistleblowers who testify to the dollar-driven aims of pharmaceutical corporations. Ultimately his investigation will point back to where it all began: his own front door.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 22, 2016
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (47 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Samuel Goldwyn Films
- Naked Edge Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prescription Thugs about?
Americans consume 75% of the world’s prescription drugs. After losing his own brother to the growing epidemic of prescription drug abuse, documentarian Chris Bell sets out to demystify this insid...
Who directed Prescription Thugs?
Prescription Thugs was directed by Chris Bell.
How long is Prescription Thugs?
Prescription Thugs has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Prescription Thugs released?
Prescription Thugs was released on January 22, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Prescription Thugs?
The main cast of Prescription Thugs includes Chris Bell, Ted Lieu, Ryan Sakoda, Matthew Wiese.