Following the success of *Longlegs*, writer/director Oz Perkins brings us another chilling horror adaptation from the master of horror, Stephen King. *The Monkey* features Theo James in the dual role of twin brothers haunted by a sinister cymbal-banging monkey toy. The film boasts an impressive cast including Tatiana Maslany from *Orphan Black*, Elijah Wood known for *Lord of The Rings* and *Yellowjackets*, and Adam Scott from *Severance*, all caught up in the eerie antics of this cursed toy.
IGN critic Tom Jorgenson hailed *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." This blend of horror and comedy promises a thrilling cinematic experience.
If you're eager to see *The Monkey* in theaters or are curious about its streaming availability, here are all the details you need.
How to Watch *The Monkey* - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date
*The Monkey* hit theaters on February 21. You can find showtimes at your local cinemas through the following links:
- Fandango
- AMC Theaters
- Cinemark Theaters
- Regal Theaters
*The Monkey* Streaming Release Date
*The Monkey* is set to stream exclusively on Hulu, thanks to Neon's distribution deal which grants Hulu streaming rights to its theatrical releases. Unlike the current trend of movies heading straight to streaming, Neon's films, including Oz Perkins' previous work *Longlegs*, take a longer route to the service. *Longlegs* was released in theaters on July 12, 2024, and didn't become available on Hulu until February 14, 2025, a seven-month wait. Expect *The Monkey* to follow a similar timeline, but you can anticipate the option to rent or buy it on digital platforms like Prime Video by early May.
What Is *The Monkey* About?
*The Monkey* is inspired by Stephen King's short story from his *Skeleton Crew* collection, first published in 1980 and revised in 1985. The film's official synopsis reads:
"When twin brothers find a mysterious wind-up monkey, a series of outrageous deaths tear their family apart. Twenty-five years later, the monkey begins a new killing spree, forcing the estranged siblings to confront the cursed toy."
Does *The Monkey* Have a Post-Credits Scene?
*The Monkey* does not feature a traditional post-credits scene, but there is a "surprise" worth sticking around for. For those who want to avoid spoilers, IGN offers a detailed guide to *The Monkey*'s ending.
*The Monkey* Cast
Written and directed by Oz Perkins, *The Monkey* features a talented ensemble 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
*The Monkey* Rating and Runtime
*The Monkey* is rated R due to strong bloody violent content, gore, language throughout, and some sexual references. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.
