Al Rondon

Craig's new helper monkey turns vicious; Reese tries to control the neighborhood after successfully subduing a prowler; Francis' wife and best friend hate each other.

A fun-loving everyman named Hal (Guest Star Andy Richter) bumps into Monk, and the two become fast friends. For the first time in his life, Monk appears to have a buddy. But is Hal up to something?

Nick tries to fix things when the Darlings are blackmailed over a sex tape starring a family member. Patrick is upset over being forced to end things with Carmelita.