"The Monkey" is a 1980 horror short story by Stephen King featuring a cursed cymbal-banging monkey toy. The story was first published as a booklet included in Gallery magazine in 1980. It was significantly revised and published in King's collection Skeleton Crew in 1985.

The Monkey is a 2025 American comedy horror [7] film written and directed by Osgood Perkins.Based on Stephen King's 1980 short story, the film stars Theo James, Tatiana Maslany, Christian Convery, Colin O'Brien, Rohan Campbell, Sarah Levy, Adam Scott, and Elijah Wood.It follows twin brothers whose lives are turned upside down by a cursed toy monkey that causes …

“The Monkey,” a chilling short story by Stephen King, was first published in Gallery magazine in 1980 and later included in Skeleton Crew. It tells the story of Hal Shelburn, a man haunted by a sinister toy monkey from childhood.

9 hours ago · The Monkey raises hopes for Stephen King’s other 2025 movie adaptations, and their success could lead to one of the best movie years ever for the prolific author. Stephen King is one of the best writers in my lifetime, and his books, alongside Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark , sparked my passion for the horror genre.

“The Monkey” is a short horror story by American writer Stephen King, who is often called “The Master of Horror.” It was first published in 1980 as a booklet in Gallery Magazine and later significantly revised and included as part of King’s 1985 short story collection, Skeleton Crew.

Feb 21, 2025 · Everything we know about the newest Stephen King adaptation, The Monkey, including the full cast and a potential streaming release date.

Feb 21, 2025 · Despite many opportunities for it, The Monkey does not feature a Stephen King cameo. King's original story began as little more than a booklet before it was revised and added to his collection of short stories, 1985's Skeleton Crew.

Feb 21, 2025 · 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.

Feb 25, 2025 · Stephen King's short story inspired Osgood Perkins' hit horror movie, and it was included in his short story collection, 'Skeleton Crew.' ... Perkins’ The Monkey deviates substantially from King ...

Feb 20, 2025 · Written and directed by Osgood Perkins, and based on the 1980 short story by Stephen King of the same name, The Monkey follows two twin brothers who discover their father’s vintage—and very...