Is Good Boy appropriate for children?

# Good Boy - Parental Guide This PG-13 horror film features strong scares and violence that may frighten younger children, despite its animal protagonist. While language and sexual content are mild, the supernatural elements and intense moments dominate the story. Best suited for older children and teens who enjoy horror; not recommended for sensitive viewers or those under 13.

What age is Good Boy suitable for?

Our verdict for Good Boy is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Good Boy safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

Mild

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Horror / Scary

Strong

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2025

Rating

PG-13

Genre

Horror

Synopsis

A loyal dog moves to a rural family home with his owner Todd, only to discover supernatural forces lurking in the shadows. As dark entities threaten his human companion, the brave pup must fight to protect the one he loves most.

Cast

Indy the Dog

Indy

Shane Jensen

Todd

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Arielle Friedman

Vera

Larry Fessenden

Grandpa

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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