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Dog’s-Eye Horror ‘Good Boy’ Goes Wide After Viral Trailer, Drawing Early Praise

Told from a dog’s perspective, Ben Leonberg’s feature opens October 3 in the U.S. with the U.K. release on October 10.

Dog attacked by hands on Good Boy poster.
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Overview

  • After the first trailer exploded online, IFC shifted Good Boy from a planned limited run to a wider theatrical rollout.
  • Early reception is strong, with Dexerto awarding 4/5 and a reported 95% Rotten Tomatoes score.
  • The film frames its haunted-house story through the dog’s point of view, starring Indy, the director’s real-life pet.
  • U.S. theaters get the release on October 3, followed by the U.K. on October 10.
  • Director Ben Leonberg says Indy was never distressed during filming, citing careful staging, edited vocalizations, and a stunt double prop for physical moments.