The BEST episodes of Painkiller
Every episode of Painkiller ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Painkiller!
The causes and consequences of America's opioid epidemic unfold in this drama following its perpetrators, victims and an investigator seeking the truth.
#1 - Hot! Hot! Hot!
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/10/2023
Glen hits rock bottom, Shannon attends a raucous work afterparty, and Edie uncovers damning evidence in her case against a pharmaceutical giant.
#2 - What’s in a Name?
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/10/2023
Glen starts sobriety. Shannon reevaluates her role. Using new evidence, Edie and the team take Purdue to court as the case comes to a stunning end.
#3 - Is Believed
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/10/2023
Edie works to expose Purdue. Shannon enjoys the perks of her job but faces a moral dilemma. Pushed to the brink, Glen starts losing control at work.
#4 - Blizzard of the Century
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/10/2023
Glen is forced to detox when his addiction lands him in the ER. Edie struggles to convince her new boss, the US Attorney, to build a case against Purdue.
#5 - Jesus Gave Me Water
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/10/2023
A patient using OxyContin attends a Purdue conference. Edie witnesses the drug's adverse effects. Richard faces roadblocks in his pursuit of profit.
#6 - The One to Start With, The One to Stay With
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/10/2023
Seizing an opportunity, Richard bets on an opiate that relieves pain. College graduate Shannon takes a job at Purdue. Glen suffers a workplace injury.