Good Boy is the latest horror movie taking the internet by storm. Told from the perspective of Indy, a devoted dog, it follows his move with his ailing owner Todd into a house that turns out to be haunted. As Todd’s health deteriorates, Indy senses danger as the paranormal forces closing in try to claim his owner.

Much will be said about the performance of Indy, and it truly cannot be overstated. Outside of the standout performances in Sinners and Weapons, this might be my favorite performance of the year in the horror genre. The way Indy conveys fear through his eyes rivals, and often surpasses, many of his human counterparts, it’s genuinely remarkable.

I was also pleasantly surprised that the film doesn’t rely on cheap jump scares. Instead, it steadily builds tension, making its brief 83-minute runtime feel gripping from start to finish. The camera work was another unexpected highlight. With the story shot almost entirely from Indy’s perspective, I expected shaky, hard-to-watch camerawork. Instead, the film delivers visually striking, well-composed shots that elevate the atmosphere.

That said, while Good Boy is an impressive entry, it doesn’t bring much new to the paranormal horror genre. Most of the supernatural elements feel familiar, and I personally wasn’t a fan of the ending. Still, those minor drawbacks don’t take away from the fact that Good Boy is a worthy and memorable addition to 2025’s growing list of strong horror films.