The Goonies 2: New Writer, Sequel Update, And Where The Cast Is Now In 2025
The 1985 classic adventure film, The Goonies, remains a cultural touchstone nearly four decades after its release, with an enduring legacy that sparks constant curiosity about its future and the lives of its beloved cast. As of late 2024 and early 2025, the long-rumored sequel, The Goonies 2, has finally received significant, concrete updates, moving the project into active development with a new creative voice at the helm. This is the freshest news fans have been waiting for, confirming that the spirit of the 'Goon Docks' is indeed set to live on.
The film, executive produced by Steven Spielberg and directed by Richard Donner, became a defining piece of 80s cinema, blending elements of treasure hunts, childhood friendships, and thrilling escapades. Now, with a new writer officially attached and original stars like Ke Huy Quan giving hopeful production updates, the quest for One-Eyed Willy's treasure may soon be revisited for a new generation. This deep dive explores the current status of the sequel, the incredible career trajectories of the original cast, and the fascinating trivia that cemented the movie's legendary status.
The Goonies Cast: Full Biography Profile and Where They Are Now (2025)
The core group of child actors from The Goonies launched careers that have seen incredible highs, with several stars achieving major success in recent years, making the 40th anniversary of the film a significant milestone for the cast.
- Sean Astin (Michael "Mikey" Walsh)
- Biography: Born February 25, 1971, in Santa Monica, California. His role as Mikey, the asthmatic leader of the Goonies, was his feature film debut.
- Current Status: Astin is best known for his iconic role as Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings trilogy. More recently, he has starred in major TV shows like Stranger Things (as Bob Newby) and 24. He remains an active voice actor and a fan favorite at conventions.
- Josh Brolin (Brandon "Brand" Walsh)
- Biography: Born February 12, 1968, in Los Angeles, California. Brand, Mikey's older brother, was his first major film role.
- Current Status: Brolin has become an A-list Hollywood star, known for playing major roles like Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Cable in Deadpool 2, and Gurney Halleck in the Dune film series. He is one of the most successful actors to emerge from the cast.
- Ke Huy Quan (Richard "Data" Wang)
- Biography: Born August 20, 1971, in Saigon, South Vietnam. He played the inventive, gadget-loving Data. He also starred in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom a year prior.
- Current Status: After a long hiatus from acting, Quan made a triumphant return, culminating in an Academy Award win for Best Supporting Actor for Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022). His recent success has reignited excitement for a Goonies sequel. He has since joined the MCU in Loki and is set to star in other major projects.
- Corey Feldman (Clark "Mouth" Devereaux)
- Biography: Born July 16, 1971, in Reseda, California. He played the fast-talking, sarcastic "Mouth."
- Current Status: A prominent child star of the 80s, also appearing in Stand by Me and The Lost Boys. Feldman continues to act, produce, and focus on his music career, often discussing his experiences in the entertainment industry.
- Jeff Cohen (Lawrence "Chunk" Cohen)
- Biography: Born June 25, 1974, in Los Angeles, California. He played the lovable, clumsy Chunk, famous for the 'Truffle Shuffle.'
- Current Status: Cohen retired from acting and pursued a career in law. He is now a successful entertainment lawyer and a founding partner of Cohen & Gardner LLP. He occasionally participates in cast reunions but has firmly moved on from acting.
- Kerri Green (Andrea "Andy" Carmichael)
- Biography: Born January 23, 1967, in Fort Lee, New Jersey. She played the cheerleader and Brand's crush, Andy.
- Current Status: Green has primarily worked behind the scenes as a writer and director, co-founding the film production company Independent Women Artists. She has had select acting roles in independent films and television.
- Martha Plimpton (Stephanie "Stef" Steinbrenner)
- Biography: Born November 16, 1970, in New York City. She played Stef, Andy's best friend and a Goonie by association.
- Current Status: Plimpton has maintained a highly respected career in film, television, and theatre, earning an Emmy Award for her work on The Good Wife and Tony nominations for her stage work.
The Goonies 2: New Writer and Production Updates for 2025
The decades-long speculation about a sequel to The Goonies has finally yielded tangible results, with multiple sources confirming the project is moving forward in a significant way in 2025. This development is a major win for fans who have waited nearly 40 years for the next chapter.
A New Creative Voice: Potsy Ponciroli
In a major update in early 2025, writer Potsy Ponciroli was officially signed on to pen the script for The Goonies 2. Ponciroli, known for his work on the dark comedy Old Henry, is replacing the original film's screenwriter, Chris Columbus, who wrote the first draft based on Steven Spielberg's story. This signals a fresh approach to the material while still maintaining the involvement of the original creative team.
Original Producers Still Involved
Despite the change in the writer's chair, the sequel remains firmly under the guidance of the film's legendary producers. Steven Spielberg, who conceived the original story, and Chris Columbus are both still attached to the project in producing capacities. This ensures that the sequel will honor the spirit and tone of the 1985 classic.
The Cast's Perspective: Still Alive
The most encouraging updates have come directly from the original cast. Ke Huy Quan, whose recent career resurgence has made him a major Hollywood figure, has repeatedly confirmed that the sequel is "still alive" and in active development. While a full cast reunion is "unlikely" for the main plot, the door remains open for the original Goonies to make appearances, passing the torch to a new generation of treasure hunters in Astoria, Oregon. The development of the film is being kept tightly under wraps, but the consensus is that the project is "moving in the right direction."
The film is now confirmed to be in the "treatment" stage, a key step in the pre-production process, suggesting that a full screenplay is next on the agenda. This progress, coupled with the film's new streaming home on Max, keeps the original movie relevant and accessible to a global audience.
Hidden Treasures: Little-Known Facts and Trivia About The Goonies
Beyond the sequel buzz, the original 1985 film is packed with fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes stories that showcase the genius of its creators and the unique experience of the young cast. These details add significant topical authority to the film's history.
- The Real Water Slide: The enormous, twisty water slide that the Goonies use to escape the Fratellis was not a set piece but a real, functioning slide built on the soundstage. Director Richard Donner and the cast and crew would often sneak in after hours to ride it themselves.
- The Octopus Scene: One of the most famous pieces of trivia is the missing scene involving a giant octopus. In the original script and theatrical release, the kids encounter a monstrous octopus. However, this scene was cut from most home video releases and is now rarely seen, leading to confusion among fans.
- Shooting in Sequence: To capture the genuine camaraderie and escalating panic of the young cast, Donner filmed the movie almost entirely in chronological sequence. This allowed the actors' reactions to be more authentic as they progressed through the elaborate sets and story.
- The Pirate Ship Reveal: The kids' first reaction to seeing One-Eyed Willy's pirate ship was entirely unscripted. Richard Donner kept the massive, fully-built pirate ship a secret from the young cast until the moment they filmed the scene, resulting in their genuine awe and excitement being captured on camera.
- Director Cameo: Director Richard Donner made a brief, uncredited cameo in the film. He plays the guy on the scooter who drives past the Goonies' house at the beginning of the movie.
- The Piano Puzzle: The musical notes the Goonies play to open the door to the hidden path are the keys to a famous piece of classical music, though the film never explicitly names it.
The enduring appeal of The Goonies lies not just in its thrilling plot but in its celebration of friendship, imagination, and the belief that a group of kids can achieve the impossible. With a new sequel finally underway in 2025, the legacy of Mikey, Data, Chunk, Mouth, and the rest of the crew is set to inspire a new generation of 'Goonies' to never say die.
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