Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, Jeff Cohen

A band of young boys find a treasure map and embark on a magical adventure.

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63% liked it

38 critics

PG, 1 hr. 54 min.

Directed by: Richard Donner

Release Date: June 7, 1985

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DVD Release Date: August 21, 2001

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  • January 22, 2008
    A classic adventure story that will thrill and delight kids, teens, and adults.
  • September 22, 2009
    A childhood favourite. I still want a sequel damn it!
  • July 4, 2009
    "Goonies never say die!"

    'The Goonies' is probably one of my fondest memories. Without lying, I've seen this film more than any other movie. Had it as a copy of a copy on VHS, then bought an original copy. Then on DVD and now on Blu-Ray. Any of you guys share the same past for...( read more) this movie?

    There's so much to tell about this movie. I'll try to keep it reasonable and start with the cast. There is no other movie out there that has a better cast full of talented young actors. Sean Astin, Corey Feldman, Jeff Cohen, Ke Huy Quan, Kerri Green, Martha Plimton and Josh Brolin. All of 'em fit the film so perfectly. But now as I start to remember these actors careers, only Josh Brolin can be mentioned as a so called A-list actor. Sean Astin of course had a key part in 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy and Corey Feldman had some good roles but the rest of 'em kinda vanished from the biggest spotlights.

    It would not be fair to not mention the older cast also. Anne Ramsay as the mafia mom is great in her role. Robert Davi and Joe Pantoliano are well known names and seem to have a lot of fun in the making of the movie. In overall, the younger and the older cast perform well together. And of course the late John Matuszak as Sloth will always be remembered.

    And when I mention the men behind the film, there's no point to deny that there wouldn't be huge talent also behind the camera. Richard Donner as the director, Steven Spielberg and Chris Columbus working on the story. Sure, some may say that there are better adventure movies than 'The Goonies'. But are the others as much fun to look at? The story will surely hit any viewer that has had a happy childhood were they've tried to copy the adventures of these guys in the local woods. The film doesn't have any dull moments, time just flies past quickly giving lots of exciting moments and funny scenes.

    So what's the story about then? A group of kids are all preparing to leave their homes as their houses are being sold and put to the ground because of some rich bastards plan to build some goddamn golf course or something. They find a treasure map in the attic and embark on their last adventure trying to find One-Eye Willie's hidden treasure. Will the Fratelli gang get in their way? Will Sloth eat all of their Babe Ruth bars? Does the rich bastards get what they deserve, an ass whoopin?

    One particular scene always gets me laughing my ass off. The scene were Mouth translates to Rosalita, the nanny, Mikey's mums advises. So great, so perfect... As I mentioned before, I've seen this movie probably more times than you but I'm still entertained by the movie!

    So, 'The Goonies' is, as you may assume, one of my favourite movies and a very pleasant trip back to my childhood. Those of you, who haven't seen it yet should rush to your local store and buy a copy of it. You should be grateful that you don't have to go through the whole VHS-DVD era. Stick to the Blu and enjoy the best treasure seeking adventure that's suitable for all persons, no matter what their age is!

    "Bye, Willy. Thanks."
  • May 23, 2009
    A group of kids set off in search of treasure. Full of adventure and fighting baddies. Classic 80s movie.
  • May 22, 2009
    Oh my god the movie of my life when I was about 11 hehe used to build dens in the garden and attempt to build booby traps as well hahaha this film influenced me bigtime. Had a huge crush on Kerri Green too, so cute :)
    'you turd!!'
  • November 20, 2009
    This was one of my favorite movies when I was a kid, and it still is.
  • November 19, 2009
    THIS MOVIE IS REALLY EXCELLENT
  • November 18, 2009
    A really fun movie that never gets old. A classic 80s kids movie that spares no expense to make you entertained. Richard Donner clearly knew what he was doing and gives you a great looking film with no intolerable camp or cheesy jokes. For the cast being mostly children, it is pr...( read more)etty well acted. Some great performances from Sean Astin, Josh Brolin and Corey Feldman. The story is fun, but well drawn out and effective. It's really hard not to enjoy.
  • November 17, 2009
    Fun and entertaining classic
  • November 13, 2009
    One of my favourite 80's gems. I will watch anything with Corey Feldman.

Critic Reviews


October 23, 2004
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

The Goonies is a smooth mixture of the usual ingredients from Steven Spielberg action movies, made special because of the high-energy performances of the kids who have the adventures. full review

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Comments


  • kristenzhere
    October 12, 2008
    I LOVE THIS MOVIE i LOVE the part when the chineese kid says 'boobie trap' and when the dead guy falls on chunk and i just love this movie
  • rainbowsaur
    February 21, 2008
    I LOVE THIS FILM
  • apollo13ekd
    January 2, 2008
    everyone must see this
    sean astin
    hotie hottie hottie
    i ador him so much
    :)
    the movie is good too
    :) ;)
  • MorpheusOne
    October 5, 2007
    80's fodder, which isn't all bad.
  • IRONMANBLAST
    October 4, 2007
    Damn This Movie Was the illest I dont get the Flixter Community and what people think is good and whats not Bad Reasoning from my perspective
    This Movie is a Must
  • twitterpated
    August 29, 2007
    HEEEEEY YOOOU GUUUUUYYYYS!!!!!
  • thedeath61
    July 7, 2007
    I don't saw this movie... is really good??? please answer me ^^ ñ_ñ
  • sean9ohara
    June 29, 2007
    great movie ...gotta love it....."fifty dolla bill...fifty dolla bill...FIFTY DOLLA BILL...GUYS FIFTY DOLLA BILL".
  • muttssbs
    June 26, 2007
    even though im only 12 and this movie was made in lik 1985, i still luved it! its my fav movie!
  • LindsayLohanFan
    June 24, 2007
    Sean Astin was so cute in this movie lol, he is so hot.

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