Prime Video Reveals Release Date for Cocaine Quarterback

Prime Video has just announced the release date for an upcoming three-part docuseries titled “Cocaine Quarterback”, which dives into the unbelievable true-crime story of former USC quarterback, Owen Hanson. Produced by Mark Wahlberg’s Unrealistic Ideas, the series is set to premiere on September 25 and follows Hanson’s journey from a walk-on athlete at USC to an international drug trafficker. If you’re a fan of gripping stories, mark your calendars!

The series promises to provide an in-depth look at Hanson’s life, starting from his roots in Redondo Beach to his time on the USC football team during the early 2000s. While he may not have achieved fame on the field, Hanson found himself making headlines for all the wrong reasons off the field. From dealing drugs on campus to running an illegal sports betting and narcotics network, his story is one of twists and turns.

Using firsthand accounts, archival footage, and dramatizations, the series paints a vivid picture of Hanson’s rise and fall. Described as a cautionary tale by Prime Video, it delves into the world of dangerous debt, criminal mishaps, and thrilling FBI investigations. Hanson’s downfall took a definitive turn in 2015 when he was arrested as part of an FBI operation. After pleading guilty to charges related to drug trafficking, gambling, and money laundering, Hanson was sentenced to 21 years in prison and ordered to forfeit $5 million.

Following his release in March 2024 after serving nine years, Hanson spent time in a halfway house and is now under supervised parole. Once known as “O-Dog” during his heyday, Hanson’s lifestyle has dramatically changed over the years. The series aims to explore how a former USC quarterback with humble beginnings ended up entangled in a world of power, excess, and eventual downfall.

Don’t miss out on this gripping tale of ambition, crime, and redemption when “Cocaine Quarterback” hits Prime Video on September 25. It’s a story you won’t want to miss!