'Good Boy' trailer: Horror film redefines haunted house genre
What's the story
The official trailer for the upcoming horror film Good Boy has been released, offering a unique twist on the genre. The movie, directed by Ben Leonberg and co-written with Alex Cannon, tells the story from a dog's perspective. The plot follows a loyal dog who moves to a rural family home with his owner, Todd, and discovers supernatural forces lurking in the shadows.
Unique approach
Redefining horror
The film aims to subvert the haunted house genre by exploring the dog's perspective. The trailer showcases the dog's fear, worry, and care as he tries to protect his loved ones from dark entities. Leonberg had earlier told Deadline, "I think everybody who has had a pet has wondered or maybe worried why their dog was barking at nothing or staring at empty corners."
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First trailer for ‘GOOD BOY’
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• Described as a horror film shot from the perspective of a dog who seesits owner haunted by supernatural spirits as one of the most heartbreaking horror
• Namedfilms of 2025 with 95% on Rotten Tomatoes
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Festival success
Awarded for Best Canine Performance
Good Boy premiered at SXSW in March, where it received a warm reception and won the "Howl of Fame" award for Best Canine Performance for Indy, the dog. The film screened at the Overlook Film Festival in New Orleans, where strong audience demand led to its expansion from one screen to three. Meanwhile, the movie is set to release in the US on October 3. The Indian release date is yet to be announced.