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Monk

2002–2009 Comedy • Crime • Drama

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.

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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.

Series Snapshot

Status
Released
Total Seasons
8
Total Episodes
124
First Air Date
Jul 12, 2002
Most Recent Air Date
Dec 4, 2009
Network / Platform
Amazon Prime Video
Original Language
en-US

Themes

Tone & Style

  • High-tension tone with suspense-forward storytelling.
  • Lighter moments and character-driven humor shape the pacing.
  • Serialized structure rewards long-form viewing over stand-alone episodes.
  • Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.

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Creators & Cast

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Rating
60.6
Seasons
8
Episodes
124

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Seasons

Season 1

2002 • 12 episodes

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Season 2

2003 • 16 episodes

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Season 3

2004 • 16 episodes

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Season 4

2005 • 16 episodes

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Season 5

2006 • 16 episodes

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Season 6

2007 • 16 episodes

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Season 7

2008 • 16 episodes

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Season 8

2009 • 16 episodes

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