The Monk (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1969, The Monk is a thriller, mystery and tv movie film directed by George McCowan, running about 74 minutes. “An independent guy like Gus Monk is always attractive. He attracts women, money, excitement...and danger.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Underworld attorney Leo Barnes hires Gus Monk to safeguard a valuable envelope containing information on a mobster. Monk refuses — until he meets Mrs. Barnes and jumps on a merry-go-round of viciousness and murder.
Who’s in it. The Monk stars George Maharis as Gus Monk, Janet Leigh as Janice Barnes, Rick Jason as Wideman and Carl Betz as Danny Gouzenko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Monk sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Monk page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Monk tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Monk (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Monk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Monk worth watching?
- The Monk holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Monk?
- The Monk stars George Maharis, Janet Leigh, Rick Jason, Carl Betz and Jack Albertson.
- When was The Monk released?
- The Monk was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.