Good Boy
When Maggie gets an emotional support dog to help quell some of her anxiety, she finds him to be even more effective than she imagined... because unbeknownst to her, he kills anyone who adds stress to her life.
Why it matters
A sly blend of domestic thriller and dark comedy that weaponizes the emotional support animal trope into a quietly unsettling horror.
- Practical effects and subtle creature design keep the dog’s menace grounded and believable, avoiding cheap scares.
- Explores anxiety and personal boundaries through a twisted lens, reflecting real-world mental health fears amplified to horrific extremes.
- Perfect for fans of slow-burn psychological horror with a pinch of absurdity—think The Babadook meets The Gift.
- Not a gore-fest, but its mounting tension and offbeat premise offer a refreshing break from jump-scare-heavy fare.
Director
5 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
⚠ Limited data — scores are approximate
Gore
0
Slow Burn
0
Psychological
0
Supernatural
0
Creature
18
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
67
Cerebral
14
Survival
0
