Horror fans, get ready! In this Creepy Kingdom interview, Theo James (The White Lotus, Divergent) and director Osgood Perkins (Long Legs, Gretel & Hansel) dive into their new horror movie, The Monkey, based on Stephen King’s terrifying short story. Fans of James Wan horror films and Stephen King adaptations won’t want to miss what they have to say about bringing this supernatural horror film to life.
Conducted by Creepy Kingdom’s Shannon McGrew and edited by James H. Carter II, this interview explores how much fake blood was really used in the film, what went into crafting the most shocking kill scenes, and how Theo James tackled playing a man haunted by a cursed toy monkey. Osgood Perkins shares his vision for making this story both terrifying and unforgettable, plus we find out if they would dare to turn the monkey’s key themselves.
Produced by James Wan’s Atomic Monster, The Monkey follows twin brothers who discover a killer monkey toy that seems to bring death and destruction to those around them. Years later, the monkey returns, forcing them to face their darkest fears in what promises to be one of the bloodiest horror films of 2025.