If you loved
Mr. Pickles
Will Carsola · Series · 2014
What hooked you in Mr. Pickles is the unsettling subversion of the loyal family pet trope through dark, chaotic, and often monstrous behavior.
Books on the same thread
Dog Man a Tale of Two Kitties
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019
If you enjoyed the bizarre canine energy of Mr. Pickles, these humorous graphic novels offer a similarly unconventional take on dog behavior, albeit within a much lighter, kid-friendly heroic framework.
Dog Man (Captain Underpants: Dog Man #1)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2016
Much like the titular dog in Mr. Pickles, this protagonist defies traditional expectations of a pet by blending animal instincts with human-like agency to navigate a world of constant chaos.
Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #7)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019
Fans of the unpredictable nature of Mr. Pickles will appreciate how this series balances intense villainy and chaotic antics, proving that even a comic dog can find himself in deep trouble.
Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #3)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2017
The chaotic disruption caused by the animals here echoes the disruptive presence of Mr. Pickles, providing a fast-paced narrative where a canine figure dictates the flow of everyday suburban life.
Films on the same thread
Good Boy
Film · 2025
This film mirrors the rural gothic tension found in Mr. Pickles, focusing on a loyal animal companion who becomes the center of a dark, supernatural struggle for family survival.
Frankenweenie
Tim Burton · Film · 2012
If you were drawn to the macabre premise of Mr. Pickles, you will appreciate this story of a resurrected pet whose presence creates terror and havoc for his suburban neighbors.
Beethoven
Brian Levant · Film · 1992
While significantly more wholesome than Mr. Pickles, this film shares the core premise of a giant dog entering a family home and permanently altering the dynamics of their suburban existence.
Lilo & Stitch
Chris Sanders · Film · 2002
This story captures the same fascination with a destructive, non-human entity integrated into a household as seen in Mr. Pickles, focusing on the chaos that follows an unconventional family pet.
Podcasts on the same thread
Morbid
Ash Kelley & Alaina Urquhart · Podcast · 2026
Those who appreciated the dark humor and macabre sensibilities of Mr. Pickles will find a similar blend of disturbing history and comedic commentary in this deep dive into true crime.
Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media · Podcast · 2026
The visceral focus on the raw, dangerous power of animals in this podcast mirrors the underlying threat of the demonic border collie that defines the experience of watching Mr. Pickles.
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Common questions
Is Mr. Pickles a normal family pet?
While the Goodman family views him as a lovable pet dog, Mr. Pickles is actually a deviant border collie. He maintains a secret satanic streak that remains hidden from the family throughout the series.
What is the premise of Mr. Pickles?
The series follows the Goodman family and their border collie, Mr. Pickles. The show centers on the contrast between the dog's outward appearance as a lovable pet and his true nature as a deviant creature with a secret satanic streak.
Who created the show Mr. Pickles?
Mr. Pickles was created by Will Carsola. The animated series first premiered in 2014 and depicts the dark and deviant life of a border collie living with the Goodman family.
Is Mr. Pickles a show about a dog?
Yes, Mr. Pickles is an animated series featuring a border collie living with the Goodman family. The show explores the dual life of the dog, who acts as a lovable pet while hiding a deviant satanic streak.