Four decades after a ragtag band of treasure-hunting kids captured hearts worldwide, the adventure is finally continuing. Warner Bros. has just dropped a bombshell announcement that’s sure to thrill fans who’ve been waiting since 1985: ‘The Goonies 2’ is officially happening.
At the helm of this dream-come-true project is an all-star creative team. Steven Spielberg, the legendary filmmaker who produced the original, is back to shepherd a new generation of treasure hunters. He’s joined by Chris Columbus, the mastermind behind the first film’s beloved script, while rising screenwriter Potsy Ponciroli has been tapped to pen the new adventure.
The original film, a perfect storm of childhood wonder and swashbuckling adventure, followed a group of misfit kids on their quest to find pirate treasure and save their homes from demolition. It wasn’t just a box office success, raking in $125 million on a modest $19 million budget – it became a cultural touchstone that has enchanted generations. So profound was its impact that in 2017, the Library of Congress enshrined it in the National Registry, cementing its place in American film history.
The announcement comes at a particularly poignant time for cast member Ke Huy Quan, who’s enjoying a remarkable career renaissance. Fresh off his Oscar win for “Everything Everywhere All at Once” and a standout role in “Loki,” Quan recently addressed the possibility of a reunion at the premiere of his new action film “Love Hurts.”
“It’s one of the most asked questions in my life,” Quan revealed, his enthusiasm palpable. “I would love for it to happen.”
His sentiment was echoed by co-star Corey Feldman, who spoke with the same spirit of adventure that made the original so magical. “All I can say is, get us all together. Everybody is looking good. Sean’s looking good. Josh is looking good. We’re all looking good still, and we’re all alive,” Feldman declared, before invoking the movie’s immortal catchphrase: “Goonies never say die… There’s hope.”
While the plot remains under wraps and a director has yet to be announced, one thing is certain: the treasure map to our childhood memories is about to lead us on another unforgettable adventure.
