Oz Perkins's latest horror-comedy, The Monkey, a Stephen King adaptation, is now playing in theaters. The film, starring Theo James as haunted twins, Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, and Adam Scott, has received rave reviews, with IGN calling it "one of the best horror-comedies in recent memory."

Where to Watch The Monkey

The Monkey premiered in theaters on February 21st. Check local listings at Fandango, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Regal Theaters for showtimes.

The film will eventually stream on Hulu, thanks to Neon's distribution agreement. Given Neon's release pattern (e.g., Longlegs had a seven-month theatrical-to-streaming gap), expect a several-month wait. Digital rentals and purchases may be available via Prime Video by early May.

Synopsis

Based on Stephen King's short story, The Monkey follows twin brothers who encounter a cursed wind-up monkey toy, leading to a series of gruesome deaths. Years later, the monkey's killing spree resumes, forcing the estranged siblings to confront their past.

Post-Credits Scene?

While there's no traditional post-credits scene, a surprising element awaits viewers who stay through the end credits. For details (spoiler alert!), consult IGN's ending guide.

Cast and Crew

• Director/Writer: Oz Perkins
• Cast: Theo James (Hal and Bill Shelburn), Christian Convery (young Hal and Bill), Tatiana Maslany (Lois Shelburn), Colin O'Brien (Petey), Rohan Campbell (Ricky), Sarah Levy (Ida), Adam Scott (Capt. Petey Shelburn), Elijah Wood (Ted Hammerman), Osgood Perkins (Chip), Danica Dreyer (Annie Wilkes), Laura Mennell (Hal's ex-wife and Petey's mother), Nicco Del Rio (Rookie Priest)

Rating and Runtime

Rated R for strong bloody violence, gore, pervasive language, and some sexual references. Runtime: 1 hour, 38 minutes.