Prime VideoMonk (2002–2009)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.1
Overview
After the unsolved murder of his wife, Trudy, Adrian Monk develops obsessive-compulsive disorder, which includes his terror of germs and contamination. His condition costs him his job as a prominent homicide detective in...
Starring Cast
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Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
After the unsolved murder of his wife, Trudy, Adrian Monk develops obsessive-compulsive disorder, which includes his terror of germs and contamination. His condition costs him his job as a prominent homicide detective in...
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoApple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
Monk is rated as neutral because its central subject matter of crime-solving and personal struggle with mental health lacks an inherent political valence, and the narrative champions individual perseverance and unique abilities rather than promoting a specific ideological solution.
The series features visible diversity in its supporting cast, though its primary ensemble is predominantly white, without explicit DEI-driven recasting of traditional roles. The narrative maintains a neutral or positive framing of traditional identities, focusing on character-driven mystery rather than explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The show "Monk" does not feature identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative primarily focuses on Adrian Monk's detective work and personal struggles with OCD, without engaging with queer identity or experiences. Consequently, there is no discernible portrayal to evaluate within the series.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Monk is an original series that introduced its own set of characters. There are no pre-existing canonical or historical characters from source material whose gender was altered for this show.
Monk is an original television series, not an adaptation of pre-existing material. All characters were created for this show, establishing their race with their initial portrayal. There are no instances where a character's race was changed from a prior canonical or historical depiction.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.1
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.1
8.0
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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