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Good Boy Trailer Debuts With Strong Early Reviews and October Theatrical Dates

Critics highlight the dog’s-eye storytelling under IFC and Shudder distribution.

Indy the dog looking at owner Todd in the woods.
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Overview

  • The official trailer showcases the haunted-house tale told entirely from a dog’s perspective, featuring Indy protecting his owner Todd.
  • Early critical reception remains strong, with a reported 95% Rotten Tomatoes score based on about 20 reviews.
  • Festival buzz from SXSW, Fantasia and Overlook has carried into the commercial rollout following positive reactions to the film’s formal experiment.
  • U.S. theaters are set for October 3, 2025, with the U.K. opening on October 10 under IFC Films and Shudder.
  • Directed, co-produced and co-written by Ben Leonberg, the film stars Shane Jensen, Arielle Friedman and Larry Fessenden, with praise centering on Indy’s wordless performance.