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Good Boy Rakes in $4.8M, Oscar Push for Indy!

10/13/2025

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Good Boy, directed by Ben Leonberg and featuring his dog Indy, has grossed $4.8 million domestically within 10 days of its 2025 release.
Despite facing competition from other 2025 horror films, it is Shudder's second highest-grossing theatrical feature.
A viral trailer increased interest, prompting IFC to expand its release strategy.
IFC has humorously launched an Oscar campaign for Indy, advocating recognition of animal actors and changes to eligibility rules.

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Story summary

Good Boy, directed by Ben Leonberg and featuring his dog Indy, has grossed $4.8 million domestically within 10 days of its 2025 release.
Despite facing competition from other 2025 horror films, it is Shudder's second highest-grossing theatrical feature.
A viral trailer increased interest, prompting IFC to expand its release strategy.
IFC has humorously launched an Oscar campaign for Indy, advocating recognition of animal actors and changes to eligibility rules.