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Good Boy Drops First Trailer as U.S. Release Set for Oct. 3

The preview showcases the dog’s‑eye horror concept that drew strong praise at SXSW.

Overview

  • The Aug. 18 trailer introduces Indy’s point‑of‑view narrative, following a dog who senses supernatural threats to his owner, Todd, played by Shane Jensen.
  • Director Ben Leonberg emphasizes natural canine behavior without voice‑over or humanlike inner monologues, a creative choice highlighted in coverage.
  • Following its March SXSW debut, the film holds about a 95% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, according to multiple outlets.
  • IFC Films and Shudder will release the film in U.S. theaters on Oct. 3, with Shudder handling additional rights in Canada, the U.K., Ireland, Australia and New Zealand; the U.K. theatrical date is Oct. 10.
  • Mexico and broader Latin America do not have confirmed release dates, with some reports suggesting a possible October window in Mexico that remains unannounced.