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Monkey’s Magic Merry Go Round (2026)
It shares its release window with Obsession, so expect the two fanbases to be reacting side by side.
Monkey’s Magic Merry Go Round opens in theaters on May 14, 2026.
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In Theaters · May 14, 2026
Monkey’s Magic Merry Go Round
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NR
Horror
Welcome to the Neighborhood.
After a mysterious bout of amnesia, a beloved children’s television host struggles to piece together his fractured memories, only to find his once-cheerful puppet co-stars behaving with sinister intent. As reality unravels, the line between performance and nightmare begins to blur.
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The Trailer
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Dropped April 24, 2026
Faces to watch
Who you’ll see in the trailer
The cast is fronted by Michael Gilio, Frank Cesario and C.R. Thompson. Michael Gilio plays James Jensen.
Behind the camera
The history behind Monkey’s Magic Merry Go Round
Yale Entertainment, Great Escape and Terror Town are behind the production. Aidan Leary directs, with writing credits for C.R. Thompson. The finished film runs 1 hour 31 minutes. It carries a NR rating in the US.
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When does Monkey’s Magic Merry Go Round come out?
Monkey’s Magic Merry Go Round is scheduled to open in US theaters on May 14, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Monkey’s Magic Merry Go Round?
Michael Gilio, Frank Cesario, C.R. Thompson, Jackie Shook and Connar Brown Sprenger lead the cast, directed by Aidan Leary.
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