Monk (2002)
English · Drama / Comedy · PG
★ 7.9 Solid 1,315 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released Jul 12, 2002 2002
Page updated Sep 22 2026
Monk is streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Crave Amazon Channel.
The verdict
Monk ranked near the top of that week's English series crop. It holds a 7.9/10 on TMDB from 1,315 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. In Canada you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Crave Amazon Channel.
Is it worth starting?
This is 8 seasons deep — English drama, leaning comedy, fine for the whole family. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- It rates 7.9/10 on 1,315 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
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.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Drama / Comedy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Andy Breckman
Cast

Tony Shalhoub
Adrian Monk

Ted Levine
Leland Stottlemeyer

Jason Gray-Stanford
Randall Disher

Traylor Howard
Natalie Teeger
Where to watch in Canada
Amazon Prime VideoCrave Amazon Channel
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreAmazon Video
Availability as of Sep 22 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is Monk worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.9/10 on audience ratings. This is 8 seasons deep — English drama, leaning comedy, fine for the whole family. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
Where can I watch Monk?
You can stream Monk in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Crave Amazon Channel.
Is Monk family friendly?
Monk is rated PG, suitable for family viewing.
What language is Monk in?
Monk is an English series (Drama / Comedy).
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