Ben je fan van 'Der große Rausch' (2020) en op zoek naar vergelijkbare films of series? In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde spanning, drama en realistische kijk op de wereld van drugshandel bieden. Of je nu houdt van intense verhalen of meeslepende personages, deze aanbevelingen zullen je zeker aanspreken.

The Sopranos (1999)
Beschreibung: While primarily about the mafia, the series also delves into the drug trade, showing how organized crime families diversify their illicit activities and the personal toll it takes on those involved.
Fakt: The show is credited with revolutionizing television drama, blending psychological depth with crime storytelling. It was one of the first series to popularize antihero protagonists.


Traffic (2000)
Beschreibung: A multi-narrative film that explores the drug trade from various perspectives, including law enforcement, politicians, traffickers, and users, highlighting the complexity and far-reaching consequences of the war on drugs.
Fakt: The film is based on a British miniseries. It won four Academy Awards, including Best Director for Steven Soderbergh. The use of different color filters for each storyline was a notable stylistic choice.


The Wire (2002)
Beschreibung: A gritty portrayal of the drug trade in Baltimore, focusing on both the law enforcement and the drug dealers, offering a nuanced and realistic depiction of urban crime and its systemic roots.
Fakt: The series was praised for its authenticity, with many actors being real-life Baltimore residents. It was initially overlooked but later gained a cult following.


Breaking Bad (2008)
Beschreibung: The series explores the transformation of a high school chemistry teacher into a ruthless drug kingpin, delving deep into the moral complexities and violent realities of the drug trade.
Fakt: The show was initially pitched as a dark comedy but evolved into a dramatic thriller. It holds the Guinness World Record for the highest-rated TV series.


Queen of the South (2016)
Beschreibung: A woman rises from poverty to become the leader of a drug cartel, navigating the dangerous and male-dominated world of narcotics with intelligence and ruthlessness.
Fakt: The show is based on a Spanish-language telenovela and a novel. It features strong female leads and explores themes of power and survival.


Gomorrah (2014)
Beschreibung: A raw and unflinching look at the Camorra crime syndicate in Naples, showcasing the brutal and hierarchical nature of organized crime and its grip on society.
Fakt: The series is based on a book by Roberto Saviano, who has lived under police protection due to death threats from the Camorra. It is known for its realistic and violent portrayal of the mafia.


Peaky Blinders (2013)
Beschreibung: Set in post-WWI Birmingham, the series follows a gang as they expand their criminal empire, including into the drug trade, with a mix of historical and fictional elements.
Fakt: The show's title refers to the gang's practice of sewing razor blades into their caps. It has been praised for its stylish cinematography and soundtrack.


Snowfall (2017)
Beschreibung: Set during the 1980s crack epidemic in Los Angeles, the show follows multiple characters whose lives intersect with the drug trade, illustrating the societal and personal impacts of addiction and crime.
Fakt: The series was co-created by John Singleton, who drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in South Central LA. It explores the CIA's alleged involvement in the crack epidemic.


El Chapo (2017)
Beschreibung: This series chronicles the rise and fall of Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán, one of the most notorious drug lords in history, highlighting the brutal and strategic nature of the drug cartel world.
Fakt: The show was co-produced by Univision and Netflix, blending elements of telenovela with crime drama. It features real-life events and figures from the Mexican drug war.


ZeroZeroZero (2020)
Beschreibung: This series traces the global journey of a cocaine shipment, revealing the interconnected and often violent world of drug trafficking across continents.
Fakt: The show is based on a book by Roberto Saviano, who also wrote 'Gomorrah'. It was filmed in multiple countries to authentically depict the international drug trade.
