Monkey in the Middle Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?

What Happens at the End of Monkey in the Middle?

Chris has just moved to the East Coast, and already his workaholic father is encouraging him to make new friends. Luckily football (soccer) practice is starting up, and Chris meets a few kids on the team-including his cute neighbor Mara. When Mara invites Chris to help liberate some mistreated animals from the local fair, Chris accepts. They head to the fair that night, but get busted by ringleader Malick, who chases them off the grounds. It isn't until the next morning that Chris realizes Momo, a lovable little monkey, stowed away in his backpack. Not wanting to send Momo back to Malick's greedy clutches, Chris must find a way to keep him out of sight. But handling a monkey does have its perks: Mara is spending a lot of time with Chris, and Momo is even lending Chris a paw on the football field. Chris' summer is bound to have a lot of monkey business, but is it enough to drive him bananas?

Justin G. Dyck's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Jacob Horsley (Chris Gallagher)'s journey. Luckily football (soccer) practice is starting up, and Chris meets a few kids on the team-including his cute neighbor Mara.

How Does Jacob Horsley (Chris Gallagher)'s Story End?

• Jacob Horsley: Jacob Horsley's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Daphne Zuniga (Olive): Daphne Zuniga's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Soma Bhatia (Mara Cruz): Soma Bhatia's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Monkey in the Middle Mean?

The ending of Monkey in the Middle brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Jacob Horsley's story may not satisfy all audiences.