The Knick (2014)
A brilliant, drug-addicted surgeon pushes medical boundaries in a bleak and gritty 1900s New York hospital.
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.
How intense is The Knick?
The Knick has graphic gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-MA.
What The Knick feels like
- Tone
- grittybleakatmosphericintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Knick
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 7, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Knick for you?
Is The Knick scary?
No. The Knick is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Knick gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Knick sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Knick OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 2, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Knick?
Episodes run about 1h.
Where can I stream The Knick?
The Knick is streaming on Max.
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