THE MONKEY is a 2025 supernatural horror film written and directed by Osgood Perkins and produced by horror legend James Wan. The film is based on the 1980 short story by Stephen King. The film is the second collaboration between Osgood Perkins and Neon after the incredibly successful horror film Longlegs (our full review here).
After stumbling upon their father's vintage toy monkey in the attic, twin brothers Hal and Bill witness a string of horrifying deaths unfolding around them. In an attempt to leave the haunting behind, the brothers opt to discard the monkey and pursue separate paths over time. However, when the inexplicable deaths resurface, the brothers are compelled to reconcile and embark on a mission to permanently eliminate the cursed toy.
The cast includes Theo James, Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, Christian Convery, Colin O'Brien, Rohan Campbell, and Sarah Levy.
THE MONKEY is set to debut in theaters February 21st, courtesy of Neon. Watch the official trailers below.