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Indy the Dog Becomes First Animal to Win Astra Acting Prize for Good Boy

Director Ben Leonberg accepted on Indy's behalf, crediting trainers for the Best Horror/Thriller Performance win.

Overview

  • The Astra Film Awards ceremony, organized by the Hollywood Creative Alliance, recognized Indy with Best Performance in a Horror or Thriller on January 9–10.
  • Indy prevailed in a competitive field that included Ethan Hawke, Alison Brie, Sally Hawkins, Sophie Thatcher and Alfie Williams.
  • Coverage reports this as the first time an animal has won an official acting category at the Astra Awards against human nominees.
  • Good Boy is a 2025 supernatural thriller largely told from the dog's perspective, with filming tailored to natural canine reactions through short days, chronological shooting and trainer guidance.
  • The film expanded its audience following a U.S. theatrical release and is reported to be available on Shudder, fueling discussion about how awards define acting.