How to Watch The Monkey - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date

Following the breakout success of "Longlegs," writer/director Oz Perkins returns with another chilling horror adaptation from the works of Stephen King. "The Monkey" stars Theo James as twin brothers haunted by a sinister cymbal-smacking monkey toy. Joining the eerie ensemble are Tatiana Maslany (known from "Orphan Black"), Elijah Wood (famous for "Lord of the Rings" and "Yellowjackets"), and Adam Scott (recognized from "Severance"), all entangled in the unsettling antics of this cursed toy.

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 certainly sounds like a thrilling blend of horror and comedy.

If you're eager to catch "The Monkey" in theaters or curious about its streaming release, here's all the information you need.

How to Watch The Monkey - Showtimes and Streaming Release Date

The Monkey just released 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 eventually stream on Hulu instead of Netflix or Max. Distributed by Neon, which has an exclusive agreement with Hulu, the film will follow the streaming service's timeline for theatrical releases.

Unlike the recent trend of "straight-to-streaming" movies, Neon’s independent releases typically take several months to become available on Hulu. For instance, Oz Perkins’ previous film, "Longlegs," released in theaters on July 12, 2024, and didn't appear on Hulu until February 14, 2025, about seven months later.

While you might need to wait several months for "The Monkey" to hit Hulu, you should be able to rent or buy it through digital marketplaces like Prime Video by early May.

What Is The Monkey About?

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"The Monkey" is based on Stephen King’s short story by the same name, originally published in 1980 and later revised for 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?

While "The Monkey" doesn’t technically have a post-credits scene, there is a “surprise” worth waiting for. Beware of spoilers, but you can learn more about it in IGN’s guide to The Monkey’s ending.

The Monkey Cast

"The Monkey" was written and directed by Oz Perkins. The film features the following 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 strong bloody violent content, gore, language throughout, and some sexual references. The movie runs for a total of 1 hour and 38 minutes.