World’s Most Dangerous Drug

World’s Most Dangerous Drug investigates the powerful and highly addictive substance methamphetamine, commonly known as “meth.” It features correspondent Lisa Ling as she charts the impact of meth in the United States and around the world.

The film provides an in-depth look at the devastating effects of methamphetamine use on individuals, families, and communities. It showcases the drug’s highly addictive nature and the rapid deterioration it causes in users’ physical and mental health. Through interviews with addicts, law enforcement officials, and medical professionals, it paints a stark picture of the meth epidemic.

One of the key aspects highlighted in the documentary is the evolution of methamphetamine production and distribution. Today’s meth is over 93% pure, cheap, and can produce effects lasting up to 24 hours. It also addresses the alarming trend of meth being laced with fentanyl, creating an even more dangerous and potentially lethal combination referred to as “super meth”.

The film takes viewers inside various aspects of the meth crisis, from clandestine labs to rehabilitation centers. It illustrates the challenges faced by law enforcement in combating meth production and distribution, as well as the struggles of addicts trying to overcome their dependence on the drug. It also touches on the broader societal impacts of meth addiction, including increased crime rates and the strain on healthcare and social services.