---
title: "Monkey Man"
year: 2024
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/monkey-man-2024"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 560016
imdb_id: "tt9214772"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 122
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 1454
content_rating: "R"
---

# Monkey Man (2024) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/monkey-man-2024

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Monkey Man" is a film that follows the life of a young man who earns a living in an underground fight club. The individual, often referred to as Kid, wears a gorilla mask during these fights and is consistently beaten for financial gain. This situation has persisted for an unspecified amount of time, resulting in Kid's suppressed rage. The film depicts Kid's discovery of a way to infiltrate the city's elite and his subsequent actions as his childhood trauma intensifies. His hands, which are described as being mysteriously scarred, play a significant role in his campaign of retribution. The story revolves around Kid's desire to settle a score with the men who have taken something from him, although the specifics of this grievance are not disclosed.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An anonymous fighter unleashes years of suppressed rage against the city's sinister elite."

### Why Watch
- features an explosive campaign of retribution
- directed by Dev Patel in his directorial debut

### Caveats & Content Note
- the mix might not always be right
- features intense violent content
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense action and violent themes suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, thriller, crime

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Stan, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Dev Patel
- **Networks / Studios**: Thunder Road, Bron Studios, Monkeypaw Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dev Patel** as *Kid*
- **Sikandar Kher** as *Rana*
- **Makrand Deshpande** as *Baba Shakti*
- **Pitobash** as *Alphonso*
- **Vipin Sharma** as *Alpha*
- **Ashwini Kalsekar** as *Queenie*
- **Sobhita Dhulipala** as *Sita*
- **Adithi Kalkunte** as *Neela*
- **Sharlto Copley** as *Tiger*
- **Jatin Malik** as *Young Kid*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Monkey Man released?
Monkey Man was released in 2024.

### Q: What genres does Monkey Man belong to?
It is classified as an action, crime, and thriller film.

### Q: Who directed the film?
Monkey Man was directed by Dev Patel in his directorial debut.

### Q: What is the main character known as?
The main character is known as Kid.

### Q: What is Kid's initial occupation?
Kid ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*