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The Best Episodes of Painkiller

Every episode of Painkiller ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Painkiller!

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The causes and consequences of America's opioid epidemic unfold in this drama following its perpetrators, victims and an investigator seeking the truth.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Painkiller Season 1 Episode 2 - Jesus Gave Me Water
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Jesus Gave Me Water

    S1:E2

    A patient using OxyContin attends a Purdue conference. Edie witnesses the drug's adverse effects. Richard faces roadblocks in his pursuit of profit.

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  2. Painkiller Season 1 Episode 3 - Blizzard of the Century
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #2 - Blizzard of the Century

    S1:E3

    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.

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  3. Painkiller Season 1 Episode 4 - Is Believed
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #3 - Is Believed

    S1:E4

    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.

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  4. Painkiller Season 1 Episode 5 - Hot! Hot! Hot!
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #4 - Hot! Hot! Hot!

    S1:E5

    Glen hits rock bottom, Shannon attends a raucous work afterparty, and Edie uncovers damning evidence in her case against a pharmaceutical giant.

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  5. Painkiller Season 1 Episode 1 - The One to Start With, the One to Stay With