Vince Vaughn’scritically acclaimed crime comedy set in a coastal paradise is the perfect show to binge-watch while staying cool inside this summer. After premiering in August 2024 exclusively on Apple TV+, Vaughn’s dark comedy series has already been renewed for a second season.
Vaughn, celebrated for his classic roles in comedies likeWedding CrashersandCouples Retreat, recently starred in the hitfeel-good Netflix movieNonnas. He also appeared in an episode ofTiresseason 2 on Netflixafter returning as Freddy Funkhouser in the final season of HBO’sCurb Your Enthusiasmstarring Larry David.
The Show Was Filmed Entirely In Miami & Key West
Bad Monkeyis the type of show that will make you feel like you’re at the beachif you can’t get to one. Set across the coastal southern Florida landscapes of Miami and the Keys,Bad Monkeyfeels like summer through and through, all while offering an intriguing murder mystery story and plenty of hilarious punchlines.
Vaughn leads anensemble cast ofBad Monkeythat also includesMichelle Monaghan (The White Lotus), Rob Delaney (Deadpool & Wolverine), Meredith Hagner (Shrinking), John Ortiz (American Gangster), Jodie Turner-Smith (The Agency), and Scott Glenn (The White Lotus).
Vince Vaughn Has One Of His Career-Best TV Roles As Detective Andrew Yancy
Yancy Is Likable & Hilarious, A Perfect Role For Vince Vaughn
Vaughn’s performance as the bumbling detectiveAndrew Yancy is one of his greatest TV roles in his career. Yancy’s got Vaughn’s classic charm and humor, plus a redemption arc as he tries to earn back his gun and badge. What’s more, there’s a sharp murder mystery that drives the plot throughout season 1’s 10 episodes.
Bad Monkeyseason 1 earned an impressiveRotten Tomatoesscore of 93%, making itone of the best new comedy shows of 2024. The Critics Consensus on RT states thatBad Monkey"is a breezy good time that fully leverages Vince Vaughn’s motormouth charms."
Bad Monkeyis based on the 2013 novel of the same name written by Carl Hiaasen, who is known for his signature brand of satirical fiction.
Season 2 Is Expected To Arrive Sometime In 2026
Bad Monkeyseason 1 was such a hit for AppleTV+ that a second season is already in the works.Bad Monkeyseason 2is expected to be released sometime in 2026, making summer 2025 the perfect time to watch the show for those who have yet to see what it’s all about.
AlthoughBad Monkeyis based on a book series by Hiaasen,season 2 will not faithfully adapt the sequel novel,Razor Girl. Series developer Bill Lawrence, known for his wildly successful comedy shows such asTed LassoandScrubs, plans to continue theBad Monkeystory from where the thrilling season 1 finale left off.
