The Monkey Directed by Osgood Perkins Releases 2025

The upcoming horror-comedy film 'The Monkey,' directed by Osgood Perkins and based on Stephen King's short story, is generating buzz with its newly released Red Band trailer. Set to release in theaters on February 21, 2025, the film stars Theo James, Tatiana Maslany, and Elijah Wood, among others. The plot follows twin brothers who discover a cursed toy monkey in their attic, leading to a series of gruesome deaths that force them to confront the past. The film is described as a blend of extreme gore and dark comedy, promising a visceral experience with its R-rated content. Produced by horror veteran James Wan, 'The Monkey' combines absurdity with horror, featuring elaborate death sequences reminiscent of Rube Goldberg machines. The marketing strategy mirrors that of Perkins' previous film, 'Longlegs,' which enjoyed critical and commercial success.