Monk
“Obsessive. Compulsive. Detective.”
Series Overview
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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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8 Seasons • 124 Episodes
2002 – 2009
Premiered: Fri, Jul 12, 2002
Andy BreckmanLatest Aired Episode
Season 8, Episode 16: “Mr. Monk and the End (2)”
Monk pursues the killer of his wife.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Monk Season 1 Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-06
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andy Breckman
Jeff Beal
Tom Scharpling, Tony Shalhoub, Daniel Dratch, Shana Stein, Dylan Morgan
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Scharpling
Producer
Tony Shalhoub
Producer
Daniel Dratch
Producer
Shana Stein
Producer
Dylan Morgan
Producer
David M. Stern
Producer
Anton Cropper
Producer
Josh Siegal
Producer
Jeff Beal
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Monk
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What is Monk about?
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.
How many seasons does Monk have?
Monk comprises 8 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Monk?
Key cast members in Monk include Tony Shalhoub, Ted Levine, Jason Gray-Stanford, Traylor Howard.
Who created or directed Monk?
Monk was developed and directed by Andy Breckman.