Animal Practice

NBC's 2012 sitcom Animal Practice attempted to bridge the gap between traditional workplace comedies and the eccentric charm of veterinary medicine. Starring Justin Kirk as the misanthropic Dr. George Coleman, the series focused on the chaotic operations of the Crane Animal Hospital. While Kirk provided a sharp, cynical lead, the show often found itself overshadowed by its breakout star: Crystal the Monkey, who played the lab-coat-wearing Dr. Rizzo. Despite a high-profile launch during the London Olympics, the series struggled to find a consistent audience. It remains a curious footnote in television history, remembered more for its primate performer and its role in the shifting landscape of NBC’s comedy block than for its narrative longevity.