Fido

Timmy's best friend is a six foot tall zombie named Fido, a creature who becomes part of his suburban life. When Fido's appetite triggers a dangerous incident with the next door neighbor, Timmy's parents react with fear and a frantic desire to protect the family. The story reframes a boy and his dog into an adulthood aware beast, mixing warmth with dread. The film leans into deadpan humor as Timmy navigates a world where loyalty competes with danger. As the adults debate containment and consequences, Timmy faces the realities of growing up with a pet that is both a protector and a risk, and he learns what family really means.

Directed by Andrew Currie, Fido is based on a concept by Robert Chomiak and Dennis Heaton and stars Billy Connolly, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Dylan Baker. Released in 2006, this Canadian horror comedy blends dread and whimsy with suburban satire.

Reception to Fido noted its offbeat premise and its balance of heart and humor, while some critics found its tonal shifts uneven. The film examines loyalty, restraint, and the costs of keeping a dangerous protector within a family, offering a surprisingly tender look at unconventional devotion.