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Attention horror film aficionados and canine admirers: Good Boy is now available for at-home viewing. A chilling movie like no other, Good Boy immerses viewers in a haunted house tale from the viewpoint of an exceptionally charming dog named Indy. It’s cleverly simple, yet this unique perspective revitalizes familiar haunted house clichés with fresh (frightening) energy.

If you missed this unexpected horror film protagonist (and potential Oscar contender) in theaters or can’t wait to see it again, here’s all you need to know to view Good Boy at home — including where and when it’s streaming and the best streaming deals to help you save.

What is Good Boy about?

The storyline is quite direct. Indy and his owner Todd (Shane Jensen) leave their small city apartment for a country cabin once owned by Todd’s late grandfather (Larry Fessenden). The house has long been unoccupied, and the atmosphere feels unsettling right away. Indy senses an unseen presence and starts experiencing haunting visions related to the previous occupant’s demise. When Todd seems on the verge of facing a similar fate, it falls upon the best dog to confront the malevolent spirits and protect Todd.

Here’s a sneak peek at what awaits you:

Is Good Boy worth watching?

“Beyond being a terrifying experience for dog lovers, Good Boy boasts an inherent charm as Indy shines from the very first frame,” Mashable’s film critic Kristy Puchko notes in her review, calling it “a cleverly simple horror film that delivers a powerful impact” and “a relentless thrill ride.”

Other critics and viewers appear to concur, as the film has garnered an 89% score on Rotten Tomatoes and an 82% audience score. These ratings are quite remarkable for any horror film, especially one told from a dog’s perspective as a directorial debut.

It stands out as one of our favorite films from SXSW 2025, and we’re fully on Team Indy, right up to the Oscars.

Read Mashable’s complete review of Good Boy.

How to watch Good Boy at home

Meet Indy, *the* “Good Boy.” Credit: IFC Films

Good Boy premiered at this year’s SXSW Festival before its theatrical release in the U.S. on Oct. 3, 2025. It’s still playing in select theaters, but you can officially view it at home starting Oct. 24 via digital video-on-demand. It will also begin streaming next month. See the details below.

Rent or purchase it digitally

Beginning Oct. 24, Good Boy is available for rent or purchase from digital on-demand platforms like Prime Video and Fandango at Home. If you opt to rent, you’ll have 30 days to watch and only 48 hours once you start. If you buy, it’s yours to keep.

You can rent or purchase the film from the following retailers:

Prime Video — $9.99 to rent, $19.99 to buy
Apple TV — $9.99 to rent, $19.99 to buy
Fandango at Home — $9.99 to rent, $19.99 to buy
YouTube — $9.99 to rent, starting at $14.99 to buy
Google Play — $9.99 to rent, starting at $14.99 to buy

Stream it on Shudder or AMC+

IFC Films is not making us wait long: Good Boy is scheduled to debut on Shudder streaming on Nov. 21, 2025. Shudder is a streaming service specifically targeting horror enthusiasts, with subscriptions beginning at just $8.99 per month. If you’re interested in more than just horror, you can subscribe to AMC+ and access the entire Shudder catalog under one platform for as low as $9.99 per month. We’ve compiled the best deals for both services below.

The top streaming deals to watch Good Boy

Ideal for Prime members: AMC+ and Shudder on Prime Video

Here’s a great 2-for-1 offer. You can add AMC+ and Shudder to your Prime Video membership for just $6.99 per month (or $9.99 for ad-free access). And if you want to stream Good Boy for free online, just