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Set in the early 1900s, The Knick is a gripping medical drama that explores the complex world of surgery during a time when medical techniques were still in their infancy. The show follows the lives of the doctors and nurses at the Knickerbocker Hospital in New York City, as they struggle to keep pace with the rapid advancements in medical science, while also dealing with pressures from the hospital's board of governors and the social and political challenges of the day.

At the center of the show is the enigmatic and brilliant surgeon, Dr. John Thackery, played by Clive Owen. Thackery is a true pioneer in the field of surgery, but his methods are often unconventional and at times controversial. Despite his successes, Thackery battles his own personal demons - including addiction to cocaine - and struggles to maintain his stature among his peers.

Alongside Thackery are a number of other key characters who form the core of the show's ensemble cast. There is Nurse Lucy Elkins, played by Eve Hewson, who serves as Thackery's assistant and sometimes confidante. There is Cornelia Robertson, played by Juliet Rylance, a socialite who finds herself drawn to the world of medicine and becomes involved in the Knick's efforts to fight a deadly epidemic. There is also Dr. Algernon Edwards, played by Andr

The Knick is a series that ran for 2 seasons (20 episodes) between August 8, 2014 and on CINEMAX