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Painkiller
Painkiller is a Netflix drama limited series that delves into the origins and impact of the opioid crisis in America. The narrative intertwines the stories of the crisis' creators, those affected by addiction, and the people urgently seeking the truth behind a national epidemic. It brings to light the complex web of responsibility and consequence behind a public health catastrophe.
StatusEnded
First airedAug 10, 2023
Last airedAug 10, 2023
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Daily Buzz Score for Painkiller
Rankings & History
Buzz Score records and rankings
Peak Buzz Score
25.9
#299 all-time · Aug 10 – Sep 8, 2023
1-Year Buzz Score
0.5
#1,308 · Last 365 days
Netflix
#239
Network rank today
Drama
#803
Genre rank today
Crime
#306
Genre rank today
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Seasons
Average Buzz Score by season
First 30 days after each season premiere
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Season
Avg Buzz
1
Painkiller
25.9
#100+
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Top Cast
Most popular Painkiller cast members by current Buzz Score on July 4, 2026
1
Matthew Broderick
Richard Sackler
6.3
2
Taylor Kitsch
Glen Kryger
2.7
3
Clark Gregg
Arthur Sackler
2.0
4
Dina Shihabi
Britt Hufford
1.6
5
Uzo Aduba
Edie Flowers
1.0
6
West Duchovny
Shannon Schaeffer
1.0
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