"The Monkey: Showtimes and Streaming Release Date Revealed"

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 portraying twin brothers haunted by a malevolent cymbal-playing monkey toy. The film also boasts an impressive cast including Tatiana Maslany of *Orphan Black*, Elijah Wood from *Lord of the Rings* and *Yellowjackets*, and Adam Scott known for *Severance*, all entangled in this eerie tale.

In his review for IGN, 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.” This blend of horror and humor promises a thrilling cinematic experience.

If you're eager to watch *The Monkey* in theaters or curious about its streaming availability, 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. You can find showtimes near you by visiting the following theater links:

• Fandango
• AMC Theaters
• Cinemark Theaters
• Regal Theaters

The Monkey Streaming Release Date

**The Monkey will be available to stream on Hulu**, thanks to a distribution deal with Neon, which secures Hulu the streaming rights to Neon's theatrical releases. Unlike the trend of "straight-to-streaming" movies, Neon's films typically take longer to appear on streaming platforms. For instance, Perkins' previous film, *Longlegs*, hit theaters on July 12, 2024, and didn't arrive on Hulu until February 14, 2025, a delay of about seven months.

While you might need to wait several months for *The Monkey* to become available on Hulu, you can look forward to renting or purchasing the film on digital platforms like Prime Video as early as May.

What Is The Monkey About?

Skeleton Crew: Stories

0Featuring the short story “The Monkey," the novella *The Mist*, and many more haunting tales. See it at Amazon.

*The Monkey* is inspired by Stephen King's short story of the same name, first published in 1980 and later revised for inclusion in the *Skeleton Crew* collection in 1985. The movie'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?

Although *The Monkey* does not feature a traditional post-credits scene, there is a "surprise" worth sticking around 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 written 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 due to strong bloody violent content, gore, language throughout, and some sexual references. The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.