Stephen King Reveals Exciting Details About The Monkey Adaptation

Overview of Stephen King’s Enthusiastic Endorsement for “The Monkey”

Stephen King labeled the upcoming horror film “The Monkey”as “batsh*t insane”and offered his admiration.
He has been candid about previous adaptations, expressing criticism toward some, including “Firestarter.”
The film is crafted by Osgood Perkins, who takes on the roles of writer, director, and actor, illustrating a blend of darkness, intensity, and humor.

In the increasingly crowded field of adaptations of Stephen King’s works, Osgood Perkins’s soon-to-be-released horror feature The Monkey has already made a name for itself. Recently, the esteemed author shared his feedback on the film, generating considerable excitement among fans.

According to a report by JoBlo, King took to his Threads account to express his thoughts on The Monkey, highlighting its unique premise. The narrative revolves around twins, Bill and Hal (portrayed by Theo James), who discover that a seemingly innocent toy monkey harbors malevolent secrets.

“You’ve never seen anything like THE MONKEY. It’s batsh*t insane. As someone who has indulged in batsh*ttery from time to time, I say that with admiration.”

For fans, King’s endorsement is a positive indicator. Since the debut of Carrie in 1976, the pace of King adaptations has surged, with many notable successes and a few glaring disappointments. Among the latter are the ill-fated TV series Under The Dome and the baffling In The Tall Grass. Currently, the number of adaptations appears to be increasing, with Mike Flanagan at the helm of upcoming projects such as a Carrie television series, a remake of The Dark Tower, and a film based on King’s The Life of Chuck.

King frequently shares his views on adaptations close to their release dates. Given his enthusiasm for The Monkey, fans are optimistic about the film’s potential success.

Historically, King has not shied away from criticizing adaptations of his stories. In an interview with American Film Magazine in 1986, he expressed his disdain for the 1984 film Firestarter, describing it as “flavorless”; “it’s like cafeteria mashed potatoes”and noted that their special effects left much to be desired.

From both King’s and Perkins’s insights, it’s evident that The Monkey aims to deliver a dark yet humorous narrative. Osgood Perkins, who directs and wrote the film, also plays a minor role. Known for characters such as Young Norman Bates from the 1983 horror classic Psycho II and Fynn Bachman in Nope (2022), Perkins shared with IGN about his role:

“[My] next movie is called Stephen King’s The Monkey, and it’s a comedy. I will play the a**hole uncle who adopts the kids, and I have a couple of scenes, and it’s fun.”

The Monkey is set for a theatrical release on February 21, 2025, and this adaptation draws from King’s 1980 short story. The growing trend of transforming King’s short stories into films is thrilling for fans, suggesting that more adaptations could be on the horizon. Early buzz indicates that The Monkey has the potential to be substantial, paving the way for additional King adaptations in the future.

Source: Joblo.com

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