The Monkees (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Series · ★ 6.5
Released in 1966, The Monkees is a comedy and family series.
What it’s about. Micky, Mike, Peter, and Davy are four young men in mid-1960s LA, members of a struggling country-folk-rock band looking for their big break amid madcap encounters with a variety of people straight out of TV and movie central casting, with full knowledge that their existence is part of a weekly television series.
Who’s in it. The Monkees stars Davy Jones as Davy, Micky Dolenz as Micky, Michael Nesmith as Mike and Peter Tork as Peter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Monkees has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Monkees page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Monkees tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Monkees (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Monkees change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Monkees worth watching?
- The Monkees holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Monkees?
- The Monkees stars Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork and Katherine Walsh.
- When was The Monkees released?
- The Monkees was released in 1966.