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Monk

2002·Show
124Episodes in8Seasons·TV-14
IMDb8.1Metacritic758.3Rotten Tomatoes89%90%
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Where to watch

PrimePhilo

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Funny, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Violence4

Heart

Wholesome and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Pathos7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Cringe Humor8
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

Mystery, everyday modern life, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

Obsessive. Compulsive. Detective.

Adrian Monk was once a rising star with the San Francisco Police Department, legendary for using unconventional means to solve the department's most baffling cases. But after the tragic (and still unsolved) murder of his wife Trudy, he developed an extreme case of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Now working as a private consultant, Monk continues to investigate cases in the most unconventional ways.
Eccentric Detective ComedyMystery-of-the-Week ProceduralHeartwarming Character StudyIronic HumorPsychological DepthComfort TVIconic Theme MusicSocial Awkwardness as ComedySan Francisco AtmosphereIntellectual Puzzle Solving

Crew

Directed by:
Randall Zisk, Jerry Levine, Andre Belgrader
Written by:
Andy Breckman, Tom Scharpling, David Breckman
Produced by:
Tony Shalhoub, Anton Cropper, Josh Siegal
Composed by:
Jeff Beal, Patrick Williams

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Monk

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Monk legally?

PrimePhilo

Monk is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Monk worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Monk rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does Monk have?

8 seasons

It has 8 seasons with 124 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Monk?

Critics82
Audiences85

Yes. Critics average 82 and audiences 85 out of 100, so both groups see Monk much the same way.

When did Monk air?

It ran from 2002 to 2009 and has ended.

What language is Monk in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Monk?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Monk in 78 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Monk use?

Police LineupDon't Explain the JokeCluster F-BombNice Job Breaking It, Hero!Chekhov's GunmanAs Long as It Sounds ForeignMystery MagnetAs HimselfAsshole VictimButt-MonkeyThe RevealEven Evil Has Standardsand 305 more

TV Tropes lists 317 storytelling tropes for Monk, including Police Lineup, Don't Explain the Joke, Cluster F-Bomb.