Stay Seated After ‘The Monkey’ for a Post-Credits Surprise
If you’re planning to catch The Monkey in theaters this week, you might want to stay put after the credits roll. Bloody Disgusting has received word that there’s an exciting bonus feature awaiting viewers, potentially linked to director Osgood Perkins’ next project with NEON, Keeper.
What to Expect After the Credits
The mysterious post-credits sequence in The Monkey is generating buzz among horror fans. While the exact nature of this feature remains a secret, it’s speculated to be connected to Perkins’ upcoming film, Keeper, set for release on October 3. This dark and serious project is sure to intrigue fans of Perkins’ previous works, Longlegs and The Monkey.
NEON’s Upcoming Horror Releases
NEON is keeping the horror genre alive with another release, Together, starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco. This film, based on a Stephen King short story, hits theaters on August 1. It’s possible that this movie might also feature a post-credits surprise, adding to the excitement surrounding NEON’s upcoming releases.
The Monkey: A Stephen King Adaptation
Based on the Stephen King short story, The Monkey hits over 3,200 screens nationwide tomorrow.
Starring Esi Edugyan, Theo James, Elijah Wood, Christian Convery, Colin O’Brien, Rohan Campbell, and Sarah Levy, The Monkey tells the tale of twin brothers who discover a mysterious wind-up monkey. This discovery leads to a series of outrageous deaths, forcing the brothers to confront the cursed toy 25 years later.
Critical Reception
Meagan Navarro, in her review for Bloody Disgusting, praised the film’s brisk storytelling and playful spirit. She noted, “With brisk storytelling efficiency and a playful spirit, The Monkey delivers a Stephen King adaptation like no other. Perkins pushes back against logic in favor of entertaining midnight madness, and death has never been funnier or gorier as a result.”
Stephen King Week
Bloody Disgusting is celebrating the release of The Monkey with Stephen King Week. Fans can enter to win a 1/50 resin sculpt of the original monkey from the story. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to own a piece of horror history.
Trailer and Poster
Check out the trailer for The Monkey below:
And here’s the official poster:
Conclusion
Whether you’re a fan of Osgood Perkins or Stephen King, The Monkey offers a unique and entertaining experience. Stay tuned for more updates on the post-credits sequence and Perkins’ upcoming projects. Don’t forget to enter the contest for a chance to win a resin sculpt of the monkey!
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