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The Monkees

A pop group navigates the intense competition and dramatic ups and downs of the music business.

In 1960s LA, a fledgling country-folk-rock band confronts the highs and lows of stardom, set amidst a colorful cast of characters and playful references to pop culture, seamlessly weaving together music, humor, and drama.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Royal Flush

1. Royal Flush

Aired: Sep 12, 1966

Davy saves Princess Bettina from a watery grave, only to discover a sinister ...

Episode 3 Monkee vs. Machine

3. Monkee vs. Machine

Aired: Sep 26, 1966

Peter lands a job interview at a toy factory, but things take an unexpected t...

Episode 6 Success Story

6. Success Story

Aired: Oct 17, 1966

Davy's grandfather arrives in the Colonies, oblivious to his grandson's modes...

Episode 9 The Chaperone

9. The Chaperone

Aired: Nov 7, 1966

Davy's chances with General Vandenburg's daughter hang in the balance as he's...

Episode 11 Monkees à la Carte

11. Monkees à la Carte

Aired: Nov 21, 1966

The Monkees go undercover as members of the notorious Purple Flower Gang to r...

Episode 13 One Man Shy

13. One Man Shy

Aired: Dec 5, 1966

The Monkees find themselves in a whirlwind romance with a lovely debutante, b...

Episode 14 Dance, Monkee, Dance

14. Dance, Monkee, Dance

Aired: Dec 12, 1966

Peter's lucky win at Renaldo's Dance Au Go Go lands him a lifetime contract, ...

Episode 15 Too Many Girls

15. Too Many Girls

Aired: Dec 19, 1966

A gypsy tea room owner orchestrates a plan to pair Davy with her daughter Fer...

Episode 16 Son of a Gypsy

16. Son of a Gypsy

Aired: Dec 26, 1966

The Monkees attend a lavish party at Madame Rantha's mansion, only to find th...

Episode 19 Find the Monkees

19. Find the Monkees

Aired: Jan 23, 1967

A new TV show attracts a talented group of young performers, with The Four Ma...

Episode 20 Monkees in the Ring

20. Monkees in the Ring

Aired: Jan 30, 1967

Davy Jones's boxing career experiences a significant surge when a clever prom...

Episode 23 Captain Crocodile

23. Captain Crocodile

Aired: Feb 20, 1967

The Monkees engage in a battle of wits with a children's show host who is det...

Episode 24 Monkees à la Mode

24. Monkees à la Mode

Aired: Feb 27, 1967

The Monkees' recognition as "Typical Young Americans Of The Year" by Chic Mag...

Episode 25 Alias Micky Dolenz

25. Alias Micky Dolenz

Aired: Mar 6, 1967

Mickey adopts a dual identity, mimicking his own persona, to lead a sophistic...

Episode 26 Monkees Chow Mein

26. Monkees Chow Mein

Aired: Mar 13, 1967

A culinary mystery unfolds as the friends uncover a hidden truth at a treasur...

Episode 27 Monkee Mother

27. Monkee Mother

Aired: Mar 20, 1967

The Monkees' beach house gets an unexpected new roommate, Mrs. Rudnick, who s...

Episode 28 Monkees on the Line

28. Monkees on the Line

Aired: Mar 27, 1967

The Monkees take on a new gig at an answering service, but things take a surp...

Episode 32 The Monkees on Tour

32. The Monkees on Tour

Aired: Apr 24, 1967

The group embarks on a thrilling musical journey, swapping their usual script...

Info about The Monkees

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Ended

Network: NBC

Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States

Genres:Comedy, Music