Monk (2002)
English · Drama / Comedy
★ 7.9 Solid 1,317 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released 12 Jul 2002
Page updated 24 Sept 2026
Monk is streaming in Japan on U-NEXT.
The verdict
Monk ranked near the top of that week's English series crop. It holds a 7.9/10 on TMDB from 1,317 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. In Japan you can stream it on U-NEXT.
Is it worth starting?
This is 8 seasons deep — English drama, leaning comedy. 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 1,317 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
| 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 Japan
U-NEXT
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
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Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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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. 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 Japan on U-NEXT.
What language is Monk in?
Monk is an English series (Drama / Comedy).
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