James Nesbitt’s “slick” and “hugely compelling” ITV medical drama gets new UK streaming home

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Monroe, ITV’s hit medical drama starring James Nesbitt, has landed on Netflix.

The series, praised for its polished style and crisp writing by The Guardian, centers around Gabriel Monroe, played by Nesbitt, who is a talented and non-traditional neurosurgeon.

In the course of dealing with numerous complex situations, Monroe finds himself entangled in a mix of medical and private dramas. This comes following his separation from his former spouse, Anna (played by Susan Lynch), while he strives to keep a connection with his son Nick (Perry Millward).

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In addition to the main cast, Sarah Parish, Tom Riley, Neil Pearson, and Manjinder Virk are also part of the ensemble. Notably, Peter Bowker, famous for his screenplays in shows like World on Fire (2019) and Ralph & Katie (2022), is credited as the creator of this series.

The show named Monroe, spanning over two seasons, generally garnered favorable criticism. A spectator on IMDb commented that although it wasn’t particularly subtle or innovative, it offered a highly captivating watch.

Monroe, consisting of two successful seasons, was generally well-received by critics. On IMDb, one viewer shared their opinion that while the show wasn’t known for its subtly or originality, it provided an incredibly engaging viewing experience.

Sharing the same sentiments, another person expressed, “Although it might not have been exceptionally subtle or innovative, and some characters seemed typical, I couldn’t help but enjoy Monroe. It was a captivating, skillfully-performed, and well-scripted series that effectively portrays the intricacies and challenges of the profession.

This drama excels in every aspect, boasting exceptional writing, performances, and engaging background music. A third viewer commented that it makes for fantastic viewing, providing the perfect mix of elements desired in a television show, as another enthusiastically agreed.

Speaking exclusively with Digital Spy, Nesbitt opened up about Monroe’s struggles in season one.

The balance between work and personal life seems to be heavily skewed, as this individual essentially lives at the hospital. Their dedication and ambition are remarkable, bordering on obsession with their profession, according to the actor’s remarks.

Due to their frequent hospital stays, they’re seldom found at home. It seems that if we examine the divorce rates among surgeons, we find them quite elevated.

Nesbitt commented, “His personal life is a mess, yet he’s restoring others’ lives, and I believe this contradiction creates compelling drama.

Seasons one and two of Monroe are available to stream on Netflix in the UK.

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2025-09-07 19:19