With an introduction to Monk's talent, his phobia's, and need for an assistant, Monk investigates the murder of the candidate bodyguard and a political worker. He determines the candidate was not the intended target.
Quest roles:
Gail O'Grady(Lovely Rita), Michael Hogan(Warren St. Claire), Rob LaBelle(Sheldon Burger), Ben Bass(Gavin Lloyd), Mary Black, Janet Wright(Bonnie), Megan McKinnon(Girl with a Cold), Kane Ritchotte(Benjy Fleming), Fred Ewanuick(Jake), Christopher Shyer(Carl)