TV Junkie (Trailer)

TV Junkie tells the striking story of Rick Kirkham, a former TV reporter and correspondent for Inside Edition. Kirkham’s battle with drug addiction, particularly crack cocaine, ultimately cost him his career, family and nearly his life. Drawing on over 3,000 hours of personal video footage recorded by Kirkham himself since his teenage years, the film offers an intimate look into his downward spiral.

The documentary follows Kirkham’s journey from a promising journalist to a “functioning addict”, showcasing his professional achievements in contrast with his deteriorating personal life. It captures raw moments of drug use, family conflict and professional setbacks, including an incident in which Kirkham interviewed President George H. W. Bush while under the influence of crack cocaine. The film also depicts the toll of addiction on his family, particularly his wife, Tami, and their two young sons. Kirkham’s account of his life is honest and serves as a warning to those who allow their addictions to get the better of them.