Dublin Narcos

Ecstasy starts appearing on the streets of Dublin, coinciding with the growth of the city’s rave scene. As the rave culture expands, demand for the drug—often referred to as E—rises, giving rise to a new breed of dealer who cater to the burgeoning appetite for the stimulant.

The Entrepreneurs is a programme presented in an episode format. It focuses on contemporary developments within a specific urban environment, following the conventions of a factual series that tracks emerging trends and the people behind them. In this instalment, the narrative turns to Dublin, where the drug ecstasy begins to surface on the city’s streets. As the local rave culture expands, the appetite for the substance grows in parallel, creating a noticeable shift in the social landscape. The increasing popularity of the rave scene fuels a heightened demand for ecstasy, prompting a rapid change in how the drug is obtained and distributed. This surge in consumption is portrayed as a direct response to the burgeoning nightlife and the music‑driven gatherings that define the city’s youthful energy. Consequently, a new type of dealer emerges to meet the rising need. These individuals represent a fresh cohort within the illicit market, adapting to the evolving requirements of a scene that is both vibrant and expanding. The episode captures this transformation, highlighting how the intersection of music, nightlife, and drug culture gives rise to a distinct group of sellers operating on Dublin’s streets.