The Knick(2014)
Modern medicine had to start somewhere.
Synopsis
Set in downtown New York in 1900, 'The Knick' is centered on the Knickerbocker Hospital and its staff, notably Dr. John Thackery, the hospital's brilliant chief surgeon who pushes medicine's boundaries, pioneering new procedures despite a severe drug addiction.
Created by Jack Amiel, Michael Begler
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Clive Owen
Dr. John Thackery
Charles Aitken
Henry Robertson
André Holland
Dr. Algernon Edwards
Jeremy Bobb
Herman Barrow
Juliet Rylance
Cornelia Robertson
Eve Hewson
Lucy Elkins
Eric Johnson
Dr. Everett Gallinger
Michael Angarano
Dr. Bertram “Bertie" Chickering, Jr.
Cara Seymour
Sister Harriet
Chris Sullivan
Tom Cleary
Seasons
Season 1
10 episodes · 2014
In 1900, the surgeons and nurses at the Knickerbocker Hospital in New York push the boundaries of medicine in a time of high mortality rates and zero antibiotics. Chief surgeon Dr. John Thackery pioneers new methods in the field while harboring a severe cocaine addiction.
Season 2
10 episodes · 2015
Thackery’s absence, a lack of affluent patients, and financial missteps have led to a decision by the hospital’s board to shutter the downtown location and move uptown, while everyone grapples with both personal and professional challenges.
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The Knick is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, Spectrum On Demand, HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did The Knick come out?+
The Knick was first aired in 2014.
How many seasons of The Knick are there?+
The Knick has 2 seasons and 20 episodes in total.
Who created The Knick?+
The Knick was created by Jack Amiel and Michael Begler.
Who stars in The Knick?+
The Knick stars Clive Owen, Charles Aitken, André Holland, Jeremy Bobb and Juliet Rylance.
Is The Knick worth watching?+
The Knick holds a 7.9/10 rating from 539 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama.
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