Good Boy, an inventive haunted-house horror directed by Ben Leonberg, has dropped its eerie first trailer. The film is uniquely told entirely through the perspective of a dog named Indy, a loyal canine who uncovers supernatural threats lurking in his family’s rural farmhouse. Set to hit theaters on October 3, 2025, Good Boy offers a fresh twist on horror with emotional depth and creature-led suspense.
Trailer Highlights & Story Premise
The trailer immerses viewers in the chilling world through Indy’s senses—tracking invisible forces and cryptic movements that Todd, his human companion, can’t perceive.
Visuals show Indy navigating dark, creaking corners of the farmhouse, reacting with primal anxiety—an approach that subverts typical horror by relying solely on instinctive behavior and ambient tension.
Production Details
The film marks Leonberg’s feature debut, co-written with Alex Cannon. It stars Larry Fessenden, Shane Jensen, Arielle Friedman, and features Leonberg’s real-life dog, Indy, in the lead role.
Premiering at SXSW 2025, Good Boy earned the festival’s inaugural “Howl of Fame” award for Indy’s hauntingly realistic canine portrayal.
With early reviews arriving ahead of release, the film boasts a remarkable 95% Rotten Tomatoes rating. Critics lauded Indy’s emotionally charged performance and the film’s heartfelt approach to horror—a blend of loyalty, dread, and authenticity.
Release & Distribution
Good Boy is scheduled for theatrical release on October 3, 2025, followed by streaming availability on Shudder.
The film has been acquired by IFC and Shudder for distribution across North America and other English-speaking territories.
