Monkey Shines
Once there was a man whose prison was a chair. The man had a monkey, they made the strangest pair. The monkey ruled the man, it climbed inside his head. And now as fate would have it, one of them is dead.
A quadriplegic man is given a trained monkey help him with every day activities, until the little monkey begins to develop feelings, and rage, against its new master and those who get too close to him.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Monkey Shines
- Genres: Horror, Science Fiction, Drama, Thriller
- Release Date: 1988-07-29
- Runtime: 113 minutes
- Rating: 6.3/10 (320 votes)
- Budget: $7,000,000
- Revenue: $5,344,577
- Production Companies: Orion Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.7154
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Jason Beghe
as Allan Mann
John Pankow
as Geoffrey Fisher
Kate McNeil
as Melanie Parker
Joyce Van Patten
as Dorothy Mann
Christine Forrest
as Maryanne Hodges
Stephen Root
as Dean Burbage
Stanley Tucci
as Dr. John Wiseman
Tom Quinn
as Charlie Cunningham
Janine Turner
as Linda Aikman
William Newman
as Doc Williams
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Trailers & Clips
Monkey Shines (1988) - Official Trailer (HD)
Cast and Crew Talk About the Monkey's Antics On Set (1988) Monkey Shines
Ella Gets Revenge (1/1) Monkey Shines (1988) HD
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monkey Shines?▼
Monkey Shines is a Horror, Science Fiction, Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1988-07-29.
Who are the main actors in Monkey Shines?▼
The main cast includes Jason Beghe, John Pankow, Kate McNeil, Joyce Van Patten, Christine Forrest, .
Where can I watch Monkey Shines online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Monkey Shines is available.
Is Monkey Shines based on a true story?▼
Once there was a man whose prison was a chair. The man had a monkey, they made the strangest pair. The monkey ruled the man, it climbed inside his head. And now as fate would have it, one of them is dead.
What is the IMDb rating of Monkey Shines?▼
Monkey Shines has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 320 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Monkey Shines?▼
The movie had a production budget of $7,000,000 and earned $5,344,577 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Monkey Shines?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Orion Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Monkey Shines filmed?▼
Monkey Shines was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Monkey Shines?▼
The total runtime of Monkey Shines is 113 minutes.
Is Monkey Shines suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Monkey Shines?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Monkey Shines.
Does Monkey Shines have a post-credit scene?▼
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