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Movie Info

TMDB Rating: ⭐ 6.8 (387 votes)
Release Date: October 01, 2025
Runtime: 73 minutes
Genres:
Horror Thriller
Budget: $70,000
Revenue: $8,781,040
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Production Countries:
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States of America
Spoken Languages:
English
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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91%
Tomatometer
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6.1/10
IMDb
27,698 votes
IMDb

Good Boy

2025

"Trust his instincts."

Also known as: πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ DE: Good Boy - Trust his instincts πŸ‡­πŸ‡Ί HU: JΓ³ kutya See all alternative titles →
Horror Thriller 73 min 6.1/10

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 0/5
Frightening Elements 4/5
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Box Office

Budget: $70,000
Revenue: $8,781,040
Profit $8,711,040
ROI +12444.3% (125.4x)

Cast

Larry Fessenden as Grandpa in Good Boy
Larry Fessenden
Grandpa

Keywords

#death 173 #dog 150 #ghost 109 #independent film 71 #haunted house 54 #supernatural horror 52 #curse 43 #terminal illness 40 #woods 33 #human animal relationship 25 #evil spirit 12 #family curse 2 #pov (point of view) 2

Production Companies

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Good Boy

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  • Filming for 'Good Boy' took place in a secluded rural area in upstate New York, chosen for its eerie landscapes that enhanced the film's supernatural themes.

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  • During production, the filmmakers utilized a combination of practical effects and CGI to create the supernatural entities, allowing for a more immersive experience for the actors and audience.

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  • One of the film's central themes revolves around loyalty and sacrifice, symbolized by the dog's unwavering dedication to protect his owner, which parallels classic horror tropes of guardianship.

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  • Shane Jensen, who plays Todd, had a real-life dog that inspired his character's bond with the canine lead, leading to genuine on-screen chemistry.

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  • A hidden detail in 'Good Boy' features a newspaper clipping in the background that alludes to another horror film directed by Ben Leonberg, creating a subtle connection between the two.

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  • There is a scene where a character loses an item and later it reappears in an illogical location, which was an intentional choice to highlight the chaotic influence of the supernatural forces.

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  • Larry Fessenden, known for his work in the horror genre, collaborated closely with Ben Leonberg to ensure that the film honored classic horror influences while incorporating fresh storytelling elements.

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  • The film was shot on location in a small rural town, which provided an authentic atmosphere that enhanced the supernatural elements of the story.

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  • In one scene, a hidden reference to classic horror films can be seen when the dog discovers a vintage horror movie poster in the attic of the family home.

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  • Shane Jensen, who plays Todd, underwent extensive training with several dogs to prepare for his role, ensuring a genuine bond was portrayed on screen.

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  • During a scene where the dog interacts with a ghostly figure, the special effects team accidentally created an unintentional shadow that appeared in the final cut, leading to an interesting visual anomaly.

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  • The film's director, Ben Leonberg, previously worked on a documentary about animal behavior, which informed his approach to depicting the dog's emotional journey.

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  • The soundtrack features a chilling score that was composed using a mix of traditional orchestral elements and eerie synthesized sounds to amplify the film's tension.

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