Painkiller
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Where to watch Painkiller in United States
Netflix
Netflix Standard with AdsClick a service to open Painkiller there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Painkiller streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| India | Netflix | — |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Canada | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Germany | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| France | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Spain | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Brazil | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
| Japan | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | — |
About Painkiller
Painkiller is a 2023 English-language drama and crime series. The cast is led by Uzo Aduba, Matthew Broderick, Taylor Kitsch. It spans 1 season and 6 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Painkiller was produced by Film 44 and Jigsaw Productions and made in United States of America. It was first aired on August 10, 2023, and carries a TV-MA certification.
- First aired
- August 10, 2023
- Last aired
- August 10, 2023
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-MA
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (6 episodes)
- Network
- Netflix
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Film 44, Jigsaw Productions
Painkiller cast & crew
The cast features Uzo Aduba as Edie Flowers, Matthew Broderick as Richard Sackler, Taylor Kitsch as Glen Kryger, Dina Shihabi as Britt Hufford, West Duchovny as Shannon Schaeffer, and John Rothman as Mortimer Sackler.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Alex Gibney and Micah Fitzerman-Blue.
Is Painkiller worth watching?
Painkiller holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 207 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama series.
With 1 season and 6 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy drama and crime, Painkiller is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Painkiller
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Cast of Painkiller
Uzo Aduba
Edie Flowers
Matthew Broderick
Richard Sackler
Taylor Kitsch
Glen Kryger
Dina Shihabi
Britt Hufford
West Duchovny
Shannon Schaeffer
John Rothman
Mortimer Sackler
Clark Gregg
Arthur Sackler
Jack Mulhern
Tyler Kryger
Sam Anderson
Raymond Sackler
Tyler Ritter
US Attorney John Brownlee
Ana Cruz Kayne
Brianna Ortiz
John Ales
Dr. Gregory Fitzgibbons
Painkiller — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Painkiller in United States?
Painkiller is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads in United States.
▸Is Painkiller on Netflix?
Yes — Painkiller is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is Painkiller in?
Painkiller is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Painkiller are there?
Painkiller has 1 season with 6 episodes in total.
▸What is Painkiller rated?
Painkiller is rated TV-MA. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 207 ratings.
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