Monkey Shines
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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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, and Tubi TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
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Monkey Shines (1988) - Official Trailer (HD)
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Frequently asked questions about Monkey Shines
Where can I watch Monkey Shines in the United States?
Monkey Shines is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Monkey Shines on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Monkey Shines is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, and Tubi TV.
Can I watch Monkey Shines for free?
Monkey Shines streams free with ads in the United States on Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Monkey Shines?
Monkey Shines scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Monkey Shines?
Monkey Shines stars Jason Beghe, John Pankow, Kate McNeil, Joyce Van Patten, and Christine Forrest. George A. Romero is the director.
How long is Monkey Shines?
Monkey Shines runs 1h 53m (113 minutes).
When did Monkey Shines come out?
Monkey Shines was released on July 29, 1988.
Which studio made Monkey Shines?
Monkey Shines was produced by Orion Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Monkey Shines?
Monkey Shines was made on a budget of $7,000,000.
How much did Monkey Shines make at the box office?
Monkey Shines grossed $5,344,577 worldwide, against a budget of $7,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.