Good Boy 2022
"Simply put, he's a dog."
In Viljar Bøe's twisted Norwegian thriller *Good Boy (2022)*, a love story takes an unsettling turn when millionaire heir Christian introduces his new partner, Sigrid, to his eccentric flatmate Frank—who insists on living as a dog.
Director: Viljar Bøe
Cast
Gard Løkke
Christian Iversen
Katrine Lovise Øpstad Fredriksen
Sigrid
Amalie Willoch Njaastad
Aurora
Nicolai Narvesen Lied
Frank
Viljar Bøe
Guy in Puppy Play video
Marie Waade Grønning
Girl in Puppy Play video
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Good Boy (2022) about?
*Good Boy (2022)* follows Christian, a wealthy heir who falls for Sigrid through a dating app, only to introduce her to his flatmate Frank—a man who fully embraces living as a dog. What starts as an unusual living arrangement spirals into psychological horror as Frank's behavior grows increasingly unhinged, testing the limits of Sigrid's patience and Christian's loyalty. The film blends dark comedy with unsettling thrills, questioning how far obsession can go.
Who directed Good Boy?
Viljar Bøe directed *Good Boy (2022)*, infusing the film with a unique blend of psychological tension and dark humor.
Who stars in Good Boy?
The film features Gard Løkke as Christian, Katrine Lovise Øpstad Fredriksen as Sigrid, and Amalie Willoch Njaastad in a supporting role, alongside Nicolai Narvesen Lied and director Viljar Bøe himself.
Is Good Boy (2022) worth watching?
If you enjoy horror-thrillers with a darkly comedic edge and psychological depth, *Good Boy (2022)* is absolutely worth watching. Its tight 80-minute runtime keeps the tension high, and the performances—especially by Gard Løkke and Katrine Lovise Øpstad Fredriksen—add layers to the unsettling narrative. While not for the faint of heart, it's a refreshing take on the genre with a memorable premise.
How long is Good Boy?
*Good Boy (2022)* has a runtime of 80 minutes.
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About Good Boy (2022) — A Norwegian Thriller Where Obsession Comes with a Side of Bark
In Viljar Bøe's twisted Norwegian thriller *Good Boy (2022)*, a love story takes an unsettling turn when millionaire heir Christian introduces his new partner, Sigrid, to his eccentric flatmate Frank—who insists on living as a dog. What begins as a quirky dating app romance quickly spirals into psychological unease as Frank's dog-like behavior escalates from playful to chillingly obsessive. The film masterfully blends dark humor with creeping dread, exploring themes of identity, control, and the blurred lines between human and animal instincts in a claustrophobic, urban setting. With sharp direction and a stellar cast, *Good Boy (2022)* delivers a horror-thriller that lingers long after the credits roll.
Set against the stark contrasts of contemporary Oslo, this 80-minute Norwegian gem weaves a uniquely disturbing narrative where love and obsession collide. Bøe's confident direction and the committed performances of Gard Løkke as Christian and Katrine Lovise Øpstad Fredriksen as Sigrid create an atmosphere thick with tension and dark humor, making *Good Boy* a standout in the horror-thriller genre.
