Monk (2002)
English · Drama / Comedy · TV-14
★ 7.9 Solid 1,317 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released Jul 12, 2002
Page updated Sep 24, 2026
Monk is streaming in the US on Amazon Prime Video, Philo.
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 the US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Philo.
Is it worth starting?
This is 8 seasons deep — English drama, leaning comedy, not one for younger kids. 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
| Watch with family? | TV-14 · Older kids & up |
| 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 the US
Amazon Prime VideoPhilo
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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, not one for younger kids. 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 the US on Amazon Prime Video, Philo.
Is Monk family friendly?
Monk is rated TV-14. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Monk in?
Monk is an English series (Drama / Comedy).
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