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The Goonies Sequel? Josh Brolin Throws Cold Water On It

Originally posted on Total Apex Entertainment
By Harmony Daniels | Last updated Aug 3, 2025 12:33 PM ET

The Goonies Sequel dream teeters on the edge, holding its breath as Josh Brolin doesn’t mince words about why he’s on the fence. His stance? Equal parts nostalgia preservationist and “no walker stunts for these Goonies” realist. Strap in, because this saga might be juicier than the Fratellis’ family drama.

Is Nostalgia a Blessing or a Curse for The Goonies Sequel?

When it comes to The Goonies Sequel, Josh Brolin, aka Brand Walsh, isn’t ready to hit the gas pedal just yet (or at all). Flashback to the beloved 1985 adventure film that defined childhood for an entire generation, complete with treasure maps, pirate ships, and “HEY YOU GUYS!” Now mix in the delicate task of reviving such a wildly adored classic. Brolin calls it like he sees it, telling Entertainment Tonight he’s worried a sequel could tarnish the perfect memory of what the original represents.

“I don’t want to taint my memory of it,” Brolin said, laid-back yet firm. He’s in Spielberg territory, where if it isn’t a masterpiece, you don’t greenlight it. And apparently, Spielberg hasn’t been dazzled enough by the “five scripts so far” to utter the word “approved.” Big yikes or cautious genius? You decide.

Spielberg’s “Seal of Approval” Chase

If Spielberg is famously selective, it makes sense why The Goonies Sequel’s scripts have been collecting dust on his (probably pristine) desk. You don’t muck with a legacy, folks. While co-producer Spielberg has “great taste,” as Brolin put it, that sharp instinct for cinematic gold means no script has yet hit “One-Eyed Willy’s treasure” status. The late Richard Donner—we see you, OG captain of this ship—with a small, character-focused sequel idea also hit creative snags years ago.

Did someone say plot purgatory? Because that seems to be where this sequel has been marinating, and not even a Goon Docks map can lead them out.

Goonies Go Gray? Brolin’s Hilarious Take

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If you’re imagining Brand & Co. running around treasure-hunting like it’s 1985 in The Goonies Sequel, think again. Brolin joked about the grim optics of the adult ‘Goonies’ trudging across the cliffs with walkers. And while fans may laugh at the visual, his point is clear—not all childhood magic should be recaptured. Sometimes, a 40-year gap is better left an enigma.

But if “grew up and fell off a cliff” doesn’t do it for Spielberg, why not reunite the treasure-loving squad for some next-gen action? Bring in the kids! Or go full “Stranger Things”-meets-’80s-nostalgia. The potential is there, yet so is the fear of disappointment. And we all know the internet’s response if this becomes a cash-grab nightmare. Shudder.

Why Now?

Sure, this chatter comes right when Hollywood is obsessed with revivals, sequels, and reboots. What better time to ignite the nostalgia bonfire? But according to Brolin, timing alone won’t melt his “meh.” “If it’s great, you’ll know,” he teased ominously. Translation? Spielberg is the kingmaker, and that’s a wrap until he says it’s a go.

Fans & Cast Hold Onto Hope

Don’t cue the funeral dirge just yet. Corey Feldman and Ke Huy Quan have been more than vocal about their sequel dreams. Quan, hot off his awards-season glory (Everything Everywhere All At Once), called the sequel question “one of the most-asked questions in my life.” And while some fans might groan at the decades-long limbo, it’s clear there’s a persistent hunger for another Goonie adventure. After all, the Goonies never say die, right?

Will The Goonies Sequel Happen?

Brolin’s skepticism is the roadblock, Spielberg is the gatekeeper, and fans are the fuel keeping the dream alive. Can this trifecta align to finally bring The Goonies Sequel to life? If the stars (and scripts) align, you can bet kids and adults alike will flock to see whether Goonies past and future can coexist on screen. Until then, the treasure chest stays closed.

Stay tuned for updates. And hey, if you have Spielberg’s number, give him a subtle nudge. The world is waiting.

This article first appeared on Total Apex Entertainment and was syndicated with permission.

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