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In a recent interview with *The Hollywood Reporter*, director Rob Marshall reflected on the historically precarious position of movie musicals. He pointed out that the genre has faced challenges almost since its beginning with *The Jazz Singer*, noting that by 1929, audiences were already experiencing “musical fatigue” and films began cutting songs. While there have been periodic revivals – like with *Moulin Rouge!*, *Chicago*, and *Dreamgirls* – Marshall believes each new musical carries the pressure of ensuring the genre’s survival. He explained that if a few musicals don’t succeed at the box office, it can quickly lead to a widespread aversion to the entire genre.

Good Boy offers a fresh take on the haunted-house story – it’s uniquely told from a dog’s perspective and features a genuinely touching surprise. Written and directed by Ben Leonberg, who also shares a real-life bond with the canine star, Indy, the film centers on Todd (Shane Jensen), a man battling a serious illness. He moves to his grandfather’s countryside home with his dog, but strange things begin to happen. Despite the unsettling events, Todd ignores the warnings from his loyal companion.

Let me jog your memory: It’s Season 1, and Nancy is dating popular jock Steve Harrington, while also teaming up with loner Jonathan Byers to find out what happened to his brother Will and her best friend Barb. Jonathan has a major crush on Nancy, and the two boys get into it in the alley. As it turns out, actors Keery and Heaton opted not to use their stunt doubles for this scene, and maybe they should have. In a video posted to the Stranger Things official Instagram, the two actors recall filming their fist fight, and Heaton explains what went wrong: