"The Monkey": Showtimes and Streaming Release Unveiled

Following the smashing success of *Longlegs*, writer/director Oz Perkins returns to the horror genre with another chilling adaptation from Stephen King's works. *The Monkey* features Theo James portraying a pair of twins tormented by a sinister cymbal-smacking monkey toy. Joining the eerie adventure are acclaimed actors Tatiana Maslany from *Orphan Black*, Elijah Wood known for *Lord of the Rings* and *Yellowjackets*, and Adam Scott from *Severance*.

In his review for IGN, critic Tom Jorgenson describes *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 seems to promise a thrilling blend of horror and humor.

If you're eager to see *The Monkey* in theaters or curious about its streaming availability, here are the details you need to know:

How to Watch The Monkey - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date

**The Monkey** hit theaters on February 21. You can find showtimes at popular cinema chains like Fandango, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Regal Theaters.

The Monkey Streaming Release Date

**The Monkey** is set to stream on Hulu, thanks to Neon's distribution agreement which grants Hulu the rights to its theatrical releases. Unlike the trend of movies going straight to streaming, Neon's independent films typically take longer to become available online. For instance, Oz Perkins' previous film *Longlegs* took about seven months to land on Hulu after its theatrical debut. While you may need to wait a few months for *The Monkey* to appear on Hulu, you should be able to rent or purchase it through digital platforms like Prime Video by early May.

What Is The Monkey About?

Skeleton Crew: Stories

Featuring the short story “The Monkey,” the novella *The Mist*, and many more haunting tales, this collection is available at Amazon. *The Monkey* is adapted from Stephen King’s 1980 short story, later revised for the 1985 *Skeleton Crew* collection. The movie's official synopsis reads:

When twin brothers discover a mysterious wind-up monkey, a series of bizarre deaths begin to tear their family apart. Twenty-five years later, the monkey resumes its deadly spree, forcing the now-estranged siblings to confront the cursed toy.

Does The Monkey Have a Post-Credits Scene?

While *The Monkey* does not have a traditional post-credits scene, there is a "surprise" worth sticking around for. To avoid spoilers, 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 film 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 for intense bloody violent content, gore, pervasive language, and some sexual references. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.