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Heel (The Good Boy)

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From Academy Award® nominated director Jan Komasa, HEEL is a twisted thriller that follows 19-year-old hooligan Tommy (Anson Boon), who revels in a life of drugs, parties, and violence. One night, on a bender with his reckless friends, he becomes separated from the group and is abducted by an unknown figure (Golden Globe® winner Stephen Graham). Though he is no stranger to inflicting violence, he is enraged and horrified when he wakes to find himself chained in the basement of the isolated suburban family home of Chris (Graham), his wife Kathryn (Academy Award® nominee Andrea Riseborough), and their young son Jonathan (Kit Rakusen). The family sets out to reform Tommy's unruly behavior, forcing him to comply with their relentless mind games or seek escape at any cost.
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Critics Consensus

Having a maniacally fun time while wrestling with provocative questions about rehabilitation, Heel is a nutty thriller that has a surprising amount of method to its madness.

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Wendy Ide Observer (UK) 1d
This is a curious, unsettling picture, with parallels to A Clockwork Orange: in this meeting of monsters, Chris is every bit as repellent and inhuman as Tommy at his rampaging worst. Go to Full Review
Mark Kermode Kermode and Mayo's Take (YouTube) 1d
An impressively nasty black comedy. Go to Full Review
Tim Robey Daily Telegraph (UK) 4d
2/5
The half-ideas at play here suggest a Yorgos Lanthimos twist on A Clockwork Orange, but that pitch could very easily have malfunctioned in exactly the ways this film does. Go to Full Review
Tom Shone Sunday Times (UK) 1d
3/5
The film can be a gruesome watch. Go to Full Review
Fran Winston Daily Express (UK) 1d
4.5/5
The film does lag a bit in the third act, but it remains engaging nonetheless. Go to Full Review
Carla Hay Culture Mix 4d
Heel is a provocative dark satire of kidnapping that raises questions about ethics for criminal rehabilitation and definitions of 'found families.' The talented cast's performances elevate a story that sometimes meanders and has a divisive ending. Go to Full Review
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R T @RT79870065 10h Great concept, and a good watch a little more explanation as to the family’s previous life would have been good. But definitely a good watch. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch 1d Heel is an intriguing psychological drama that blends a compelling concept with uneven execution. The film centers around a kidnapping narrative that slowly leans into themes of Stockholm syndrome, creating a story that is both unsettling and thought-provoking. It keeps you engaged by making you question motivations and piece together what’s really happening. However, the screenplay doesn’t always match the strength of its premise. The pacing drags in several moments, with scenes that feel stretched out and lacking development, which can make parts of the film feel boring. Despite this, it still manages to hold your attention. The acting is a major highlight, with strong, committed performances that bring depth to the story. The direction maintains a tense and consistent tone throughout. Overall, it’s not perfect, but it’s a unique and engaging film that leaves a lasting impression. See more Anna T @RT59196078 1d The movie thinks it’s so clever… but falls completely flat. There are no new ideas here - Stockholm syndrome has been explored extensively. The movie introduces a number of mysteries but leaves them unsolved, only giving vague clues. Very disappointing. The performances were excellent though. See more Ivan F @Neogrey 1d Steven Graham is spine chilling creepy in this movie, yet he is so likable, I guess a good person cannot hide his golden heart. Everyone plays their part brilliantly, the cinematography is absolutely spot on. One of the best movies of 2026. See more truth A @RT84896749 2d The best movie of 2026!!! I hope there is a part 2. See more Patrick H @RT33584688 3d weird, but well done! See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis From Academy Award® nominated director Jan Komasa, HEEL is a twisted thriller that follows 19-year-old hooligan Tommy (Anson Boon), who revels in a life of drugs, parties, and violence. One night, on a bender with his reckless friends, he becomes separated from the group and is abducted by an unknown figure (Golden Globe® winner Stephen Graham). Though he is no stranger to inflicting violence, he is enraged and horrified when he wakes to find himself chained in the basement of the isolated suburban family home of Chris (Graham), his wife Kathryn (Academy Award® nominee Andrea Riseborough), and their young son Jonathan (Kit Rakusen). The family sets out to reform Tommy's unruly behavior, forcing him to comply with their relentless mind games or seek escape at any cost.
Director
Jan Komasa
Producer
Jeremy Thomas, Ewa Piaskowska, Jerzy Skolimowski
Screenwriter
Bartek Bartosik, Naqqash Khalid
Distributor
Magnolia Pictures
Production Co
Skopia Film, Recorded Picture Company
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 6, 2026, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 6, 2026
Runtime
1h 50m
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