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Osgood Perkins Unveils Trailer for Stephen King Adaptation 'The Monkey'

The film, starring Theo James, blends horror and dark comedy as it explores a cursed toy's deadly legacy.

  • Osgood Perkins directs and adapts Stephen King's 1980 short story 'The Monkey' into a new film, set to premiere on February 21, 2025.
  • The movie stars Theo James as twins who uncover a sinister monkey toy in their attic, leading to a series of supernatural deaths.
  • The film is produced by horror veteran James Wan and features a cast including Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, and others.
  • Perkins describes the film as his most comedic yet, combining horror with absurdist comedy elements.
  • The trailer showcases eerie scenes of freak accident deaths, maintaining Perkins' signature style with added dark humor.
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