The Monkey (2025)

A bananas blend of gory Stephen King chaos and laugh-out-loud comedy, where twin brothers' cursed toy unleashes hilariously brutal deaths that'll have you screaming and snickering.

Crowd Score: 5.9/10

Director: Osgood Perkins
Genre: Horror
Rated: R
Duration: 1h 38m

Who Is It For?

This movie is ideal for horror-comedy enthusiasts who enjoy over-the-top gore, absurd humor, and Stephen King adaptations, particularly those who appreciate films like Final Destination or Longlegs. Fans of dark, satirical takes on family trauma and unexpected death will find its blend of laughs and scares engaging, especially if they like movies that lean into campy absurdity. It's perfect for viewers who seek a thrilling, shared theater experience with friends.

Vibe Match

Final Destination meets screwball comedy

What People Are Saying

The Monkey using the thermostat to say “HI” to signal to Hal he’s back just like the fortune cookie for Bill was a nice touch.
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“I’m turning it” Next scene shows Uncle Chip’s portrait at his service
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“WE HAVE TO MAKE LIKE EGGS AND SCRAMBLE!” This movie was a blast lmao
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This was unhinged and hilarious. What a blast. No one EVER give me a toy monkey please. My favorite joke was: “They’re bringing the dead body out. Woo
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The Monkey using the thermostat to say “HI” to signal to Hal he’s back just like the fortune cookie for Bill was a nice touch.
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