Heroin(e) (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 2017, Heroin(e) is a crime and documentary film directed by Elaine McMillion Sheldon, running about 39 minutes. “100 Americans Die Every Day From Overdose. Three Women Break to Fight the Cycle One Life at a Time.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This documentary follows three women -- a fire chief, a judge and a street missionary -- as they battle West Virginia's devastating opioid epidemic.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Heroin(e) has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heroin(e) page.

If you liked it. Fans of Heroin(e) tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Heroin(e) (2017)?
In US, Heroin(e) is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Heroin(e) worth watching?
Heroin(e) holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Heroin(e) released?
Heroin(e) was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 39 minutes.