"The Monkey: Showtimes and Streaming Release Date Revealed"

Following the acclaimed success of "Longlegs," writer/director Oz Perkins brings us another chilling adaptation from Stephen King's repertoire. "The Monkey" features Theo James as twin brothers tormented by a sinister cymbal-clashing monkey toy. The film boasts a stellar cast including Tatiana Maslany of "Orphan Black," Elijah Wood from "Lord of the Rings" and "Yellowjackets," and Adam Scott known from "Severance," all entangled in the eerie saga of this haunted toy.

IGN's 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's clear this film promises 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:

How to Watch The Monkey - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date

**The Monkey hit theaters on February 21**. You can find showtimes near you at the following theater links:

• Fandango
• AMC Theaters
• Cinemark Theaters
• Regal Theaters

The Monkey Streaming Release Date

**The Monkey will eventually stream on Hulu**, bypassing Netflix and Max. Distributed by Neon, which has a deal with Hulu to host its theatrical releases, the film will follow the pattern of Neon's independent movies. For instance, Oz Perkins’ earlier film, "Longlegs," debuted in theaters on July 12, 2024, and didn't become available on Hulu until February 14, 2025, roughly seven months later.

While viewers might have to wait a few months for "The Monkey" to appear on Hulu, it should be available to rent or purchase on digital platforms like Prime Video by early May.

What Is The Monkey About?

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"The Monkey" draws its narrative from Stephen King’s 1980 short story, later revised for his 1985 collection "Skeleton Crew." 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 embarks on a new killing spree, compelling the 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" that's worth sticking around for. Be cautious of spoilers, but you can delve deeper into this in IGN’s guide to The Monkey’s ending.

The Monkey Cast

Written and directed by Oz Perkins, "The Monkey" showcases a talented ensemble:

• **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 violence, gore, pervasive language, and some sexual references. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.