The MonkeyandLonglegsdirector Osgood Perkins explains how his horror movie success has “changed everything and nothing” about his future plans. Perkins' latest two horror movies have been critically and commercially successful, withLonglegsbeing hailed as one of the scariest movies of 2024.The Monkeyreviewshave been positive toward the horror-comedy as well, which has scored $14.2 million at its opening weekend box office against an $11 million budget. WithLonglegspreviously earning $126.9 million against a less than $10 million budget, Perkins is becoming a highly recognizable name in the horror genre.
Speaking withVariety, however,Perkins explained that the success ofThe MonkeyandLonglegsdoesn’t mean his approach to filmmaking is going to be changing. The director said he has no interest in making big-budget video game adaptations or superhero films, instead deciding to focus on creating more of what he likes to make, “but just made better.” Check out what Perkins had to say below:
It’s changed everything and nothing. It’s given me confidence, but it’s not like I’m going to run off and make a video game movie or an X-Men movie. I don’t think anybody wants that. you may probably just expect more of the same from me, but just made better.
What Perkins' Statement Means For His Future Movie Plans
The Director Is Sticking With His Horror Roots
Perkins directed three horror movies beforeLonglegs, those beingThe Blackcoat’s Daughterin 2015,I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the Housein 2016, andGretel & Hanselin 2020. While these films received mixed-to-positive reviews, it wasn’t until his 2024 movie that he was recognized for his directorial and writing skills in the genre. Theend ofThe Monkeyfeatures a post-credits scene teasing his next movie,Keeper, which is scheduled for release on August 07, 2025. Since it will be another horror movie, it seems the creative has found his niche.
Every Osgood Perkins Movie, Ranked Worst To Best
Osgood Perkins has made a name for himself in horror with his deep themes and penchant for strikingly imaginative visuals as a director.
His statement reflects how some filmmakers with successful movies go on to produce big-budget films for various studios. A recent example is Julius Onah, who directed 2019’s award-winning social thrillerLuce, being tapped forCaptain America: Brave New World.The practice of pulling successful filmmakers onto tentpole projects isn’t anything new, but clearly something Perkins wants to avoid for his career. Since there are plenty ofhighly-anticipated horror movies coming in 2025, the director sticking to what he knows makes sense, especially because his quick output signals he has plenty of ideas.
Perkins also wrote the moviesRemoval,Cold Comes at Night, andThe Girl in the Photographs.
Our Take On Perkins' Commitment To Making More Horror Movies
A Positive Sign For His Upcoming Film Plans
Because Perkins remains dedicated to making more horror movies, the filmmaker doesn’t seem to be altering any of his plans because ofThe MonkeyandLonglegs' success.The Keepercan prove this by continuing to reflect the many horror elements of his previous films, but with more polish as he continues making a name for himself within the genre. Since he clearly doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon, more terrifying ideas are likely in store as he keeps making new movies.
The Monkey
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The Monkey is a horror film focused on twin brothers who encounter a mysterious wind-up monkey responsible for a series of tragic events within their family. Twenty-five years later, the estranged brothers are compelled to face the cursed toy once again as it resumes its deadly rampage.
