Oz Perkins's latest horror-comedy, The Monkey, a Stephen King adaptation, is now playing in theaters! Following the success of Longlegs, Perkins delivers another chilling and hilarious tale starring Theo James as a pair of twins tormented by a malevolent monkey toy. The stellar cast also includes Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, and Adam Scott.
IGN critic Tom Jorgenson hails The Monkey as "one of the best horror-comedies (and Stephen King adaptations) in recent memory," praising its blend of gory violence and laugh-out-loud humor.
Where to Watch The Monkey
The Monkey premiered in theaters on February 21st. Check local listings at Fandango, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Regal Theaters.
Streaming Release:
Unlike many films going straight to streaming, The Monkey, distributed by Neon, will eventually be available on Hulu. Neon's previous releases have taken approximately seven months to reach the platform (e.g., Longlegs debuted in theaters on July 12, 2024, and streamed on Hulu February 14, 2025). Expect a similar timeframe for The Monkey. Digital rentals and purchases may be available via Prime Video by early May.
Synopsis:
Based on Stephen King's short story, The Monkey follows twin brothers who unearth a cursed wind-up monkey, leading to a series of bizarre deaths. Years later, the monkey returns, forcing the estranged siblings to confront their terrifying past.
Post-Credits Scene:
While there's no traditional post-credits scene, a surprising element awaits viewers who stay until the very end. For details (spoiler alert!), consult IGN's guide to the film's ending.
Cast:
- Theo James as Hal and Bill Shelburn
- Christian Convery as young Hal and Bill
- Tatiana Maslany as Lois Shelburn
- Colin O'Brien as Petey
- Rohan Campbell as Ricky
- Sarah Levy as Ida
- Adam Scott as Capt. Petey Shelburn
- Elijah Wood as Ted Hammerman
- Osgood Perkins as Chip
- Danica Dreyer as Annie Wilkes
- Laura Mennell as Hal's ex-wife and Petey's mother
- Nicco Del Rio as Rookie Priest
Rating and Runtime:
Rated R for strong bloody violence, gore, pervasive language, and some sexual references. Runtime: 1 hour and 38 minutes.
