"The Monkey: Showtimes and Streaming Release Guide"

Following the acclaimed success of *Longlegs*, writer/director Oz Perkins is back with another chilling adaptation from Stephen King's repertoire. *The Monkey* features Theo James as twin brothers haunted by a sinister cymbal-banging monkey toy. The film boasts an impressive cast including Tatiana Maslany of *Orphan Black*, Elijah Wood known from *Lord of the Rings* and *Yellowjackets*, and Adam Scott from *Severance*, all entangled in the eerie events surrounding the cursed toy.

IGN critic Tom Jorgenson praised *The Monkey* in his review, calling it "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 seems *The Monkey* perfectly blends horror with humor, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre.

If you're eager to see *The Monkey* in theaters or curious about its streaming availability, here's everything 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 near you at major theater chains such as Fandango, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Regal Theaters.

The Monkey Streaming Release Date

**The Monkey** will eventually be available to stream on Hulu, thanks to a distribution deal with Neon, which grants Hulu exclusive rights to its theatrical releases. Unlike the trend of movies going straight to streaming, Neon's independent films, such as Oz Perkins' previous film *Longlegs*, take about seven months to appear on Hulu. *Longlegs*, for instance, premiered in theaters on July 12, 2024, and wasn't available on Hulu until February 14, 2025. Expect *The Monkey* to follow a similar timeline, with a potential Hulu release several months after its theatrical run. In the meantime, you might be able to rent or buy *The Monkey* on digital platforms like Prime Video as early as 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 film's official synopsis describes how twin brothers discover a mysterious wind-up monkey, triggering a series of bizarre deaths that tear their family apart. Decades later, the monkey resurfaces, initiating another deadly rampage and compelling the estranged siblings to confront the cursed toy once again.

Does The Monkey Have a Post-Credits Scene?

While *The Monkey* doesn't have a traditional post-credits scene, there's a "surprise" that's worth staying for. 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 film stars:

• **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 strong bloody violent content, gore, language throughout, and some sexual references. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.