After the breakout success of "Longlegs," writer/director Oz Perkins is back with another chilling horror adaptation from the mind of Stephen King. "The Monkey" features Theo James as twin brothers haunted by a malevolent cymbal-smacking monkey toy. The film also boasts an impressive cast including Tatiana Maslany from "Orphan Black," Elijah Wood of "Lord of The Rings" and "Yellowjackets" fame, and Adam Scott from "Severance," all entangled in the eerie saga of the cursed toy.
In his review for IGN, critic Tom Jorgenson hails "The Monkey" as "one of the best horror-comedies (and Stephen King adaptations) in recent memory, exploding off the screen with both gory kills and big laughs." It sounds like a thrilling blend of horror and comedy that fans won't want to miss.
If you're eager to see "The Monkey" on the big screen or curious about its streaming release, here's all the information you need.
How to Watch The Monkey - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date
**The Monkey** hit theaters on February 21. To find showtimes near you, visit the following theater websites:
- Fandango
- AMC Theaters
- Cinemark Theaters
- Regal Theaters
The Monkey Streaming Release Date
**The Monkey** will eventually be available to stream on Hulu, thanks to an agreement between distributor Neon and the streaming service. Unlike recent trends of movies going straight to streaming, Neon's independent releases take longer to become available online. For instance, Oz Perkins' previous film, "Longlegs," premiered in theaters on July 12, 2024, and didn't arrive on Hulu until February 14, 2025, about seven months later.
While you may need to wait a few months for "The Monkey" to stream on Hulu, you should be able to rent or buy it through digital marketplaces like Prime Video by early May.
What Is The Monkey About?
Based on Stephen King's short story from the 1985 "Skeleton Crew" collection, "The Monkey" follows the harrowing journey of twin brothers who discover a mysterious wind-up monkey toy. This discovery unleashes a series of gruesome deaths that shatter their family. Decades later, the monkey reignites its killing spree, compelling the now-estranged siblings to confront the cursed object once more.
Does The Monkey Have a Post-Credits Scene?
While "The Monkey" doesn't have a traditional post-credits scene, there's a "surprise" that makes sticking around worthwhile. For those who want to avoid spoilers, IGN offers a guide to The Monkey's ending for more details.
The Monkey Cast
Written and directed by Oz Perkins, "The Monkey" features a talented ensemble:
- **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
The Monkey Rating and Runtime
"The Monkey" is rated R for its strong bloody violent content, gore, language throughout, and some sexual references. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.
