The Epic Finale: Unveiling the Secrets of Tony Shalhoub's 'Mr Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie'
Tony Shalhoub reprises his iconic role as Adrian Monk in the highly anticipated ‘Mr Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie’ set to premiere in 2023 Joining him are other beloved ‘Monk’ stars Find out what this thrilling movie is all about and mark your calendars for this must-see event!
San Francisco's top detective, Adrian Monk (portrayed by Tony Shalhoub), is making a comeback in the highly anticipated film, "Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie".
Announced by Peacock in March, the movie will see Shalhoub reprise his critically acclaimed role as Monk, the beloved character from USA Network's hit series. This time, Monk will be delving into a new and personal case. Shalhoub brilliantly portrayed the obsessive-compulsive detective on Monk for seven seasons, from 2002 to 2009.
"It's Monk in the present day, after being away from him for a long time, specifically 13 years and now going on 14," Shalhoub hinted in a playful manner to Entertainment Weekly in March. "This is the era post-COVID. Due to COVID, Monk has faced setbacks and is now feeling its effects. He has aged and is no longer able to pursue cases vigorously on the streets and engage in similar activities. Hopefully, (laughs). We will need to acknowledge Monk's advanced age in our writing."
Tony Shalhoub is reprising his role as Adrian Monk in the upcoming project. Teaming up with Melora Hardin, who portrays Trudy, Shalhoub expressed his enthusiasm in revisiting the character. Reflecting on the finality of the series, he is excited to explore where the characters have evolved in the intervening years.
Scroll down for everything we know about Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie:
How Did ‘Monk’ End?
The two-part finale, "Mr. Monk and the End," brought the USA Network series to a close as Monk finally apprehended the murderer of his late wife, Trudy. When the show first began, Monk, the peculiar detective, was on a leave of absence from the police force due to Trudy's death. This finale also marked the meeting between Monk and Trudy's daughter, Molly, who was the result of an affair. The interaction between Monk and Molly provided further closure for the crime-solving protagonist.
Traylor Howard as Natalie Teeger, Tony Shalhoub as Adrian Monk, Jason Gray-Stanford as Randy Disher, Ted Levine as Leland Stottlemeyer, Steve Wilkie/PEACOCK
Which ‘Monk’ Stars Are Returning for the Movie?
Original cast members Ted Levine (Leland Stottlemeyer), Traylor Howard (Natalie Teeger), Jason Gray-Stanford (Randy Disher), Melora Hardin (Trudy Monk), and Hector Elizondo (Dr. Neven Bell) are set to return for the project, alongside Shalhoub. In addition, Bitty Schram, who portrayed Monk's first assistant/nurse Sharona, will appear in flashbacks. Newcomers Caitlin McGee, replacing Alona Tal as the new Molly, and James Purefoy, playing the egotistical billionaire Rick Eden, will complete the cast.
Tony Shalhoub as Adrian Monk. Steve Wilkie/PEACOCK
What Is ‘Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie’ About?
In a world after COVID, Monk returns to tackle his final case involving his stepdaughter, Molly, a journalist on the verge of getting married, states the logline.
According to creator Andy Breckman, Monk, along with everyone else, was thrown off course by the pandemic and was forced to start over. In October, Breckman revealed to Entertainment Weekly, "The movie portrays Monk in a rather bleak state, as he finds himself back in a deep emotional hole." Monk decides to immerse himself in the investigation of Molly's deceased fiancé, using it as a way to process the aftermath of COVID.
When and Where Will the ‘Monk’ Movie Premiere?
Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie premieres on Peacock Friday, December 8.
