"The Monkey: Showtimes and Streaming Release Details"

Following the success of *Longlegs*, writer/director Oz Perkins returns with another chilling adaptation from Stephen King's repertoire. *The Monkey* features Theo James as a pair of twins tormented by a cymbal-clanging monkey toy. Joining him in this eerie tale are Tatiana Maslany from *Orphan Black*, Elijah Wood known for *Lord of the Rings* and *Yellowjackets*, and Adam Scott from *Severance*, all drawn into the unsettling world of the cursed toy.

In his review for IGN, critic Tom Jorgenson lauds *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 certainly marks it as a standout horror comedy.

If you're eager to experience *The Monkey* in theaters or curious about its streaming release, here's what you need to know:

How to Watch The Monkey - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date

The Monkey premiered in theaters on February 21. To find showtimes near you, visit the main 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 Neon's distribution deal which grants Hulu rights to its theatrical releases. Unlike many recent films that go directly to streaming, Neon's independent films, such as Oz Perkins' previous work *Longlegs*, which took seven months to reach Hulu after its theater release, may require patience. Expect *The Monkey* to be available on Hulu several months after its theatrical debut. In the meantime, you can rent or buy it on digital platforms like Prime Video as early as May.

What Is The Monkey About?

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*The Monkey* is based on Stephen King’s 1980 short story, later revised for the 1985 *Skeleton Crew* collection. The official synopsis reads:

When twin brothers discover a mysterious wind-up monkey, a series of bizarre deaths begins to unravel their family. Twenty-five years later, the monkey reignites its deadly spree, compelling the now-estranged siblings to face the cursed toy once more.

Does The Monkey Have a Post-Credits Scene?

While *The Monkey* doesn't feature a traditional post-credits scene, there's a "surprise" worth sticking around for. Be cautious of spoilers; you can find more details in IGN's guide to The Monkey’s ending.

The Monkey Cast

Written and directed by Oz Perkins, *The Monkey* boasts an impressive 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 its intense scenes of bloody violence, gore, pervasive language, and some sexual references. The film runs for 1 hour and 38 minutes.