. The monkey in Nope was a reference to the classic fairy tale “The Monkey’s Paw,” which tells of a cursed talisman that grants wishes with often disastrous consequences. This ill-fated monkey serves as a warning to the movie characters – and viewers – that what seems like a good idea at the time can easily turn out to be a regrettable decision.
The monkey serves as a symbol that even those intentions ventures we think will turn out alright can still lead to unexpected and dire consequences.