Oz Perkins's latest horror-comedy, The Monkey, a Stephen King adaptation, is now playing in theaters! This chilling and hilarious film stars Theo James as a pair of twins terrorized 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 for showtimes.
Streaming Release:
Unlike many recent films, The Monkey will eventually stream on Hulu, not Netflix or Max. This is due to Neon's distribution agreement with Hulu. Given Neon's release pattern (Oz Perkins' Longlegs took seven months to arrive on Hulu after its theatrical release), expect a similar timeframe for The Monkey. However, digital rentals and purchases should be available via platforms like Prime Video by early May.
Synopsis:
Based on Stephen King's short story, The Monkey follows twin brothers who discover a cursed wind-up monkey, leading to a series of gruesome 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, 38 minutes.
