Adapted from the 2013 novel by Carl Hiaasen, Apple TV+'s "Bad Monkey" is an intriguing blend of drama and comedy set in Florida. The series follows the adventures of Andrew Yancy (played by Vince Vaughn), a beleaguered detective forced to transfer to Miami after an incident involving his ex's boyfriend and a golf cart. When a tourist fishes out a human arm, Yancy finds himself entangled in a complex murder investigation which he sees as an opportunity to revive his detective career. On encountering Eve Stripling (Meredith Hagner), the widow of the deceased, Yancy starts suspecting a deeper, darker story than what appears on the surface. The series takes an exciting turn with the introduction of Neville Stafford (Ronald Peet), a Bahamian fisherman battling property developers to save his home. Although their narratives maintain their separate pathways, Yancy and Neville's stories reflect each other, creating a sophisticated dual narrative. The series boasts a stellar ensemble cast, with noteworthy performances from Natalie Martinez and Jodie Turner-Smith. Their characters, the Miami medical examiner Rosa Campesino and the Bahamian Obeah practitioner Dragon Queen respectively, evolve from mere love interests to powerful characters compelling the viewers' attention.
