Prescription Thugs

Americans account for 75% of the global consumption of prescription drugs. Following the tragic loss of his brother to the escalating crisis of prescription drug misuse, filmmaker Chris Bell embarks on a quest to unravel this pervasive addiction. Bell’s exploration into the intentions of major pharmaceuticals and healthcare providers in this booming industry brings him face-to-face with addiction specialists, survivors sharing intimate stories of their battles, and whistleblowers revealing the profit-driven objectives of pharmaceutical companies. In the end, his journey leads him back to the origin of it all: his own home. Watch “Prescription Thugs (2016)” now. You can stream it online for free on cineby or 123Movies, where the best films await your discovery.