The Goonies Sequel: Stars Address Rumors
Cast Members Respond to Sequel Speculation
In light of recent rumors about a potential sequel to the iconic 1985 film The Goonies, original cast members Joe Pantoliano, Martha Plimpton, and Corey Feldman have set the record straight. The actors, known for their roles as Francis Fratelli, Stephane “Stef” Steinbrenner, and Clark “Mouth” Devereaux, respectively, have confirmed that no sequel is currently in the works. Despite whispers of a sequel slated to begin filming in the summer of 2025, with a release window of 2026 or 2027 and even speculations of Steven Spielberg’s return as director, these claims have been firmly denied by the stars themselves.
Clarification from the Stars
According to Pantoliano, Plimpton, and Feldman, the notion of The Goonies 2 is purely speculative. They emphasize that no plans are underway for a sequel, and no one is currently attached to the project. While debunking these rumors, the actors also took the opportunity to raise awareness about other initiatives. Plimpton highlighted the importance of voter registration ahead of the 2024 United States presidential election, while Feldman shared a teaser for the re-release of his 2004 horror-comedy film The Birthday.
Implications of the Stars’ Denials
The Absence of a Sequel
With definitive statements from Pantoliano, Plimpton, and Feldman, it is evident that The Goonies 2 is not in development. The rumors about filming starting next year, as well as Spielberg and original cast members reprising their roles, have no foundation. Furthermore, other key cast members, such as Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, and Ke Huy Quan, are preoccupied with various upcoming projects. Ke Huy Quan, for instance, experienced a career resurgence after his acclaimed performance in Everything Everywhere All at Once. Meanwhile, Brolin has completed filming for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, and Quan is set to voice a character in the forthcoming Disney sequel, Zootopia 2. Although other 1980s classics have seen successful legacy sequels, there is no indication that The Goonies will join this trend.
Our Perspective on the Absence of a Sequel
Why No Sequel Might Be Beneficial
The original charm of The Goonies lies in its adventurous spirit and the camaraderie among its young characters on their quest for One-Eyed Willy’s treasure. While revisiting these characters as adults could offer a nostalgic appeal, it may fail to capture the essence of youthful adventure that defined the original film. The Goonies is a timeless 1980s classic that stands well on its own without a sequel. Instead of pursuing a continuation, it is preferable to celebrate new stories that draw inspiration from The Goonies, such as Stranger Things and the upcoming Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, which introduce fresh narratives while paying homage to their predecessor.
Sources
Joe Pantoliano & Martha Plimpton (Instagram), Corey Feldman (X/Twitter)
The Goonies 2
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- Comedy
The Goonies 2 takes place twenty years after the events of The Goonies and is set to reunite most of the main cast as they embark on a new mystery to solve. The Goonies 2 ran into trouble after one of the producers, Richard Donner, passed, but the project moved forward regardless.
