Following the acclaimed success of *Longlegs*, writer/director Oz Perkins brings us another chilling adaptation from Stephen King's works. *The Monkey* features Theo James playing a pair of twins tormented by a sinister cymbal-playing monkey toy. The film also stars Tatiana Maslany of *Orphan Black*, Elijah Wood known from *The Lord of the Rings* and *Yellowjackets*, and Adam Scott from *Severance*, all entangled in the eerie monkey's curse.
In his IGN review, critic Tom Jorgenson praises *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 perfect blend of horror and comedy.
If you're eager to see *The Monkey* in theaters or curious about its streaming availability, here's all the information you need:
How to Watch The Monkey - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date
**The Monkey premiered in theaters on February 21**. You can find showtimes at various cinema chains such as:
- Fandango
- AMC Theaters
- Cinemark Theaters
- Regal Theaters
The Monkey Streaming Release Date
**The Monkey will be available to stream on Hulu**, not on Netflix or Max. Neon, the distributor of the film, has a deal with Hulu, granting the streaming platform rights to its theatrical releases.
Unlike the current trend of movies going straight to streaming, Neon's independent films typically take longer to reach the service. For instance, Oz Perkins' previous film, *Longlegs*, hit theaters on July 12, 2024, and didn't arrive on Hulu until February 14, 2025, roughly seven months later.
While *The Monkey* might not be available on Hulu for several months, you can expect it to be available for rent or purchase through digital marketplaces like Prime Video around early May.
What Is The Monkey About?
*The Monkey* is adapted from Stephen King's short story of the same name, first published in 1980 and later revised for the *Skeleton Crew* collection in 1985. The official synopsis reads:
When twin brothers discover a mysterious wind-up monkey, a series of shocking deaths begin to unravel their family. Twenty-five years later, the monkey reignites its deadly spree, compelling the estranged siblings to face the cursed toy once more.
Does The Monkey Have a Post-Credits Scene?
While *The Monkey* does not feature a traditional post-credits scene, there is a "surprise" that makes it worthwhile to stay until the end. Be cautious of spoilers, but you can find more details in IGN's guide to The Monkey's ending.
The Monkey Cast
*The Monkey* was penned and directed by Oz Perkins. The cast includes:
- **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 intense bloody violence, gore, pervasive language, and some sexual references. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.
