Movie

Spanking the Monkey

“A gripping comedy about letting go.”

★ 5.7(83)19941h 46m

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Good to know

Director: David O. Russell
Release date: 1994-01-15
Runtime: 1h 46m
Language: English
Budget: $200,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Swelter Films

Spanking the Monkey — trailer

About Spanking the Monkey

Spanking the Monkey is a 1994 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by David O. Russell, starring Jeremy Davies, Alberta Watson and Benjamin Hendrickson. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 83 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Spanking the Monkey in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Bright young student Raymond Aibelli is forced to sidetrack an important medical internship because his mother, Susan, is recovering from a broken leg. When he isn't tasked with the most mundane aspects of Susan's recuperation, Raymond finds distraction in a neighborhood girl, Toni Peck. But, as Susan begins relying on her son for both physical and emotional needs, Raymond starts developing disturbing and unwanted new yearnings.

Cast

Jeremy Davies

Ray Aibelli

Alberta Watson

Susan Aibelli

Benjamin Hendrickson

Tom Aibelli

Carla Gallo

Toni Peck

Matthew Puckett

Nicky

Judette Jones

Aunt Helen

Zak Orth

Curtis

Josh Philip Weinstein

Joel

Judah Domke

Don

Lleana Stratton

Fran Gibson

Richard Husson

Dr. Peck

Liberty Jean

Motel Woman #1

Themes & keywords

adulteryincestinjuryneighborhoodrecuperationmother son incest

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Spanking the Monkey in Canada?+

Spanking the Monkey is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Spanking the Monkey on Netflix?+

Spanking the Monkey is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Spanking the Monkey?+

Spanking the Monkey has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in Spanking the Monkey?+

Spanking the Monkey stars Jeremy Davies, Alberta Watson, Benjamin Hendrickson, Carla Gallo and Matthew Puckett.

When did Spanking the Monkey come out?+

Spanking the Monkey is a 1994 movie directed by David O. Russell.

What genre is Spanking the Monkey?+

Spanking the Monkey is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Spanking the Monkey?+

Spanking the Monkey was directed by David O. Russell.