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The Knick

2014·Show
20Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Metacritic788.5Rotten Tomatoes92%96%
Episodes
IMDb8.4Metacritic788.5Rotten Tomatoes92%96%
Episodes

The Knick fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Violence7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3

World

History, the mind, and class and money

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and dialogue

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Modern medicine had to start somewhere.

Set in downtown New York in 1900, 'The Knick' is centered on the Knickerbocker Hospital and its staff, notably Dr. John Thackery, the hospital's brilliant chief surgeon who pushes medicine's boundaries, pioneering new procedures despite a severe drug addiction.
Historical DramaMedical InnovationDrug AddictionClass ConflictVisceralGrittyIntenseBleak

Crew

Directed by:
Steven Soderbergh
Written by:
Jack Amiel, Michael Begler, Steven Katz
Produced by:
Michael Polaire, Steven Katz
Composed by:
Cliff Martinez

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Knick

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Knick legally?

HBO MaxCinemaxSpectrum On Demand

The Knick is included with a subscription to Spectrum On Demand and HBO Max 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 The Knick worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 8.4, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 78). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Knick rated?

TV-MAViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How many seasons does The Knick have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 20 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Knick?

Critics85
Audiences88

Yes. Critics average 85 and audiences 88 out of 100, so both groups see The Knick much the same way.

When did The Knick air?

It ran from 2014 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is The Knick in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Knick?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Knick in 100 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Knick use?

The CorrupterBroken PedestalBadass BoastVillainous RescueBreak the CutieMad DoctorAffectionate NicknameThe Social DarwinistHookers and BlowDriven to SuicideGadgeteer GeniusDeliberate Values Dissonanceand 69 more

TV Tropes lists 81 storytelling tropes for The Knick, including The Corrupter, Broken Pedestal, Badass Boast.