Bad Monkey Gets Wilder: Keyla Monterroso Mejia & Mo Amer Swing Into Season 2
- Je-Ree
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Apple TV’s Bad Monkey is already a cocktail of sun-soaked crime, sweaty Florida chaos, and Vince Vaughn doing what Vince Vaughn does best—talking circles around everyone else. Now, Season 2 is doubling down on the fun (and the funny) with the news that Keyla Monterroso Mejia and Mo Amer have joined the series as recurring guest stars. Yes, things are about to get even messier in the Keys.
Fresh off a buzzy first season, Bad Monkey proved that Carl Hiaasen’s offbeat crime world translates beautifully to TV when paired with sharp writing and a cast that knows how to lean into the absurd. Adding Monterroso Mejia and Amer feels less like a casting decision and more like a warning shot: Season 2 isn’t here to play it safe.
Keyla Monterroso Mejia has quietly become one of TV’s most reliable scene-stealers. Whether popping up on Abbott Elementary, Curb Your Enthusiasm, or Freeridge, she has a knack for turning small moments into laugh-out-loud highlights. Dropping her into Bad Monkey’s morally flexible ecosystem feels inspired—and slightly dangerous in the best way. Expect razor-sharp timing, chaotic energy, and at least one scene that completely derails whatever “plan” is supposedly happening.
Then there’s Mo Amer, whose acclaimed Netflix series Mo showcased his ability to balance humor with emotional weight. Amer brings a grounded, observational style that contrasts nicely with Bad Monkey’s heightened absurdity. That contrast could make his recurring role one of Season 2’s secret weapons, especially if the show leans into its habit of letting conversations spiral before the plot catches up.
While Apple TV is keeping character details locked up tighter than a Florida real estate scam, the casting alone hints at a broader, bolder second season. Bad Monkey thrives when it expands its world with characters who feel unpredictable, funny, and just unhinged enough to fit in. Monterroso Mejia and Amer check all the boxes.
With Vince Vaughn back at the center and the show clearly committed to upping the comedic chaos, Bad Monkey Season 2 is shaping up to be less about redemption and more about survival—with jokes. If Season 1 hooked you, this casting news should keep you firmly on the line. And if you weren’t watching yet? Consider this your sign to dive in before things get even weirder. 🍌🐒