The Trade

This documentary series from Oscar-nominated Emmy-winning director Matthew Heineman provides an intimate look at illicit industries, exploring the impact on those most affected. Season 1 delves into the opioid epidemic, tracing its origins in cartel-controlled Mexico and spreading across America where addicts and law enforcement confront drug abuse cycles. Season 2 focuses on human trafficking, following Central American migrants as they journey to the US, detailing the hidden industries that exploit them and the efforts of law enforcement agents to prevent their exploitation.