“The Monkey” (2025) is an adaptation of Stephen King’s chilling short story, focusing on a cursed toy monkey with cymbals that brings death to anyone nearby when it claps its hands. The story centers around Hal, a man who, as a child, discovered the evil powers of the toy monkey and thought he had gotten rid of it for good. However, years later, the sinister toy reappears, forcing him to confront his traumatic past.
As the deaths start occurring again, Hal must figure out how to stop the monkey once and for all, while protecting his family from its deadly curse. The film delves into themes of fate, childhood fears, and the haunting power of the supernatural.
“The Monkey” promises to deliver a mix of psychological horror, suspense, and supernatural terror, capturing the essence of Stephen Kingβs signature storytelling. Directed with a dark and atmospheric tone, the movie builds tension as Hal races against time to break the monkey’s curse before it claims more lives.
