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The Corner

In this gritty drama, a West Baltimore family struggles to survive amidst the devastating effects of poverty and the ongoing drug war, offering a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of life on the front lines of America's addiction crisis.

In the gritty slums of West Baltimore, Gary, Fran, and their teenage son DeAndre struggle to survive. Their lives took a devastating turn when Gary and Fran became addicted to drugs, leading to their estrangement and a daily struggle to make ends meet.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Gary's Blues

1. Gary's Blues

Aired: Apr 16, 2000

34 year-old Gary McCullough has seen four years of drug addiction strip him o...

Episode 2 DeAndre's Blues

2. DeAndre's Blues

Aired: Apr 23, 2000

DeAndre spends his life walking a fine line between childhood and maturity - ...

Episode 3 Fran's Blues

3. Fran's Blues

Aired: Apr 30, 2000

Fran has her own drug habit that her son has so far avoided, but DeAndre, sti...

Episode 4 Dope Fiend Blues

4. Dope Fiend Blues

Aired: May 7, 2000

Attempting to go straight, Gary gets a seasonal job at the crab market where ...

Episode 5 Corner Boy Blues

5. Corner Boy Blues

Aired: May 14, 2000

Things are going well for Fran, who proudly moves the family into a new home,...

Episode 6 Everyman's Blues

6. Everyman's Blues

Aired: May 21, 2000

The entire Boyd family gathers for Thanksgiving, a celebration that also mark...

Info about The Corner

Current Status: Ended

Network: HBO

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama, Crime