Monk season 4 episode 15 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
After witnessing a hijacking, Disher faces a bizarre ordeal at his dentist's, overhearing a conversation about Barry Bonds under sedation. Monk and Natalie investigate the dental office, linking it to the hijacking. They discover the hijackers used the dentist to fix a tooth damaged during the crime. The dentist, Dr. Bloom, kidnaps Monk to extract information. Disher, connecting the dots, rescues them and apprehends the dentist, leading to his return to the police force.
Full Episode S04E15 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the initial scene involving the two men about?
They were discussing a wedding and were interrupted by an armored car hijacking.
How did the police find the hijacked truck?
The truck was found abandoned, with most of the cash intact but the drivers dead.
What did Disher experience at the dentist?
Under sedation, he witnessed a fight and heard a conversation about Barry Bonds.
Why did Monk and Natalie visit the dentist's office?
They were investigating Disher's claims about witnessing a crime at the dentist's.
Who was Denny Jardeen?
An ex-cop connected to the hijacking, whose body was later found.
How were the dentist and the hijacking connected?
The hijackers visited the dentist to fix a tooth damaged during the hijacking.
What led to Dr. Bloom's arrest?
Disher and Monk connected the hijacking to the dentist, leading to a rescue operation where Bloom was arrested.
Did Disher leave the police force?
Yes, he briefly quit but rejoined after solving the hijacking case.
How did Monk and Natalie end up at the dentist's office again?
They were kidnapped by Dr. Bloom for interrogation.
What was the dentist's plan with Monk?
Dr. Bloom intended to extract information from Monk about a potential buyer for stolen goods.