AceShowbiz - The critically acclaimed and commercially successful horror film, Good Boy, is officially set for its Video On Demand (VOD) release, bringing its unique canine perspective on terror to a wider audience. After a remarkable theatrical run that saw it become Shudder's second-highest-grossing movie ever, the film will be available for purchase on major digital platforms.

Released in theaters on October 13, Good Boy quickly garnered significant attention for its innovative premise: a haunted house story told entirely from the viewpoint of a loyal family dog. Made on a modest budget of just $750,000, the film astonished industry observers by raking in an impressive $7 million at the box office. This incredible performance places it second only to Late Night with the Devil ($16.8M) in Shudder's history, surpassing other recent hits like In a Violent Nature and Oddity.

Directed by Ben Leonberg in his feature debut, who also co-wrote the script with Alex Cannon, Good Boy follows a devoted dog who moves with his owner to a secluded countryside home. There, he uncovers malevolent supernatural forces threatening his beloved human, compelling the courageous canine to defend them at all costs. The cast features relatively unknown actors including Shane Jensen, Arielle Friedman, Larry Fessenden, Stuart Rudin, and director Ben Leonberg's real-life dog, Indy, in the titular role. The film premiered to rave reviews at South by Southwest, with critics lauding it as a "visually stunning and emotionally shattering horror film that breaks away from traditional genre tropes, offering a haunting and boldly imaginative experience." It currently boasts an excellent 89% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

The success of Good Boy has been amplified by its viral attention online, drawing viewers intrigued by its fresh take on the haunted house genre. As Graeme Guttman noted in ScreenRant's review, "I was impressed by this uniquely comforting haunted house horror where the dog becomes the main character... Good Boy, about a dog protecting its owner from ghosts only he can see, is a fun genre exercise that stretches its premise to its logical limits." This buzz is expected to continue driving its performance on digital platforms.

Good Boy launched on VOD on October 23 at 9:00 p.m. PDT, accessible for pre-order at $19.99 on platforms such as Prime Video and other major digital retailers. Following its VOD window, fans can anticipate Good Boy becoming available for streaming on both Shudder and AMC+, ensuring its unique brand of horror reaches an even broader audience.