Critics Praise Osgood Perkins’ ‘The Monkey’ for Gore and Comedy

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Osgood Perkins‘ latest horror film, ‘The Monkey,’ has critics buzzing ahead of its February 21 release. Adapted from Stephen King‘s 1980 short story, the movie follows twin brothers Hal and Bill, played by Theo James, as they confront a cursed vintage monkey toy linked to a series of gruesome deaths.

The film, which screened for critics this week, has been praised for its unique blend of horror and humor. Eric Eisenberg, CinemaBlend‘s resident Stephen King fan, highlighted the film’s comedic elements and extreme kills, calling it ‘one of the funniest horror movies in recent memory.’

Jeff Ewing, a film critic, echoed Eisenberg’s sentiments, describing ‘The Monkey’ as ‘brutally hilarious’ and a standout in the horror genre. Courtney Howard, another critic, lauded the ‘deadpan delivery’ of Theo James, whose performance adds to the film’s comedic tone.

‘The Monkey’ also features a strong supporting cast, including Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, and Sarah Levy. Director Osgood Perkins, known for his work on ‘Longlegs,’ has been credited with crafting a film that balances scares and laughs. Eric Goldman, a critic, compared the movie to the ‘Final Destination‘ franchise, praising its inventive kills and dark humor.

TheWrap‘s Drew Taylor called the film ‘funny, scary, and everything in between,’ likening it to classic horror comedies. With its mix of gore and humor, ‘The Monkey’ is shaping up to be a must-see for horror fans when it hits theaters next month.