Good Boy
Comedic horror about woman and her murderous dog
About Good Boy
Released: 2020
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVMA
Run time:
Cast
Judy Greer, Steve Guttenberg, Ellen Wong, Elise Neal, Maria Conchita Alonso
About Good Boy
"Good Boy" is a thrilling dark comedy and horror movie released in 2020, and it's a part of the Hulu series "Into the Dark". The movie is about a young woman named Maggie, who is struggling with her life. After getting advice to get an emotional support dog, she decides to adopt a dog named Reuben. But when anyone upsets Maggie, Reuben takes it upon himself to eliminate the problem.
Production
The movie is produced as part of the series by Blumhouse Television, released on Hulu. It is directed by Tyler MacIntyre and the screenplay is by Aaron Eisenberg and Will Eisenberg.
Actors
- Judy Greer as Maggie: Judy brilliantly plays the role of a woman seeking emotional support, making her character sympathetic and likable.
- Steve Guttenberg as Don: Steve gives a good performance as Don, a man caught in a criminal investigation.
- Ellen Wong as Anita: Ellen plays Anita, a friend and co-worker to Maggie, giving her character depth and strength.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The movie is part of a unique anthology series, "Into the Dark", where each edition is inspired by a holiday and released each month.
- Chucky, from the "Child's Play" franchise, is referenced in the film.
- Inspired by the positive reviews, the creators are reportedly considering turning the film into a full-fledged series.
Quotes
- "I didn't rescue Reuben, he rescued me."
- "Everyone's got their own way of dealing with things."
Music, Soundtrack
- The intense scores and varying tempos throughout keep the viewers on edge, creating a suspenseful atmosphere.
- The music and sound editing of the movie were considerably well-received, adding depth to each scene.
About Good Boy
Good Boy is a horror-comedy about a woman, her emotional support dog and the terrifying circumstances they inadvertently unleash.