Shows similar to Dopesick

While centered around methamphetamine production rather than opioids, Breaking Bad provides a detailed look at drug manufacturing and its impact on the individuals involved. Its character depth and moral conundrums offer a compelling watch for those who appreciate Dopesick's complex narratives.

As the prequel to Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul presents an intricate look at the making of an 'ethical' lawyer in the drug world. The show's deep character study and engagement with legal and moral issues should attract those who enjoyed Dopesick's nuanced characters and themes.

Ozark's story of a family entangled in money laundering for a drug cartel shares the dark tone and ethical ambiguities present in Dopesick. Fans will find the intricate plot and character evolution gripping as they navigate the consequences of the drug trade.

A groundbreaking series that dives deep into the narcotics scene in Baltimore through the eyes of law enforcers and drug dealers. Its gritty portrayal of addiction and its systemic analysis of the drug trade may resonate with fans of Dopesick's intense look at the opioid epidemic.

Narcos chronicles the rise of the cocaine trade in Colombia and the gripping stories of drug kingpins and the law enforcement battling them. It offers a similarly intense and educational depiction of drug-related issues as seen in Dopesick, albeit in a different era and location.

This psychological thriller miniseries features a reporter who returns to her small hometown to cover the murder of two young girls and confronts her own demons, including addiction. Its dark exploration of trauma and its consequences might appeal to viewers who appreciated the layered storytelling in Dopesick.