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The Goonies

1985·Movie
1h 54min·PG
74
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High energy, big heart.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Nostalgic and heartwarming

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Nostalgia10
  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Family and growing up

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

They call themselves "The Goonies." The secret caves. The old lighthouse. The lost map. The treacherous traps. The hidden adventure. And Sloth… Join the adventure.

Young teen Mikey Walsh and his friends set off on a quest to find Pirate One-Eyed Willie's treasure in hopes of saving their homes from demolition. However, on their quest to find the treasure, they run into a family of recently escaped criminals, determined to capture the kids and reach the treasure first.
Classic 80s AdventureKids vs. Adults TropeTreasure Hunt QuestNostalgic FriendshipFamily-Friendly ThrillerSubterranean ExplorationComing-of-Age JourneyHeartwarming EnsembleRetro Fun

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream The Goonies legally?

The Goonies is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Goonies worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Goonies rated?

PGViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Goonies?

1 h 54 min

The Goonies runs 1 h 54 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Goonies?

Critics70
Audiences80

Not quite. Audiences rate The Goonies higher (80) than critics (70). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Goonies a box office hit?

Budget$19 million
Box office$70 million

Yes. It cost about $19 million to make and earned $70 million worldwide, 3.7 times its budget.

What language is The Goonies in?

EnglishItalianSpanishcn

It was made in English, with some Italian, Spanish, cn. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Goonies?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Goonies in 96 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Goonies use?

Added Alliterative AppealBreaking the BondsI Warned YouWater-Geyser VolleyImprobably PredictableArtistic License – EconomicsForeshadowingNothing Exciting Ever Happens HerePunctuated! For! Emphasis!Impossible Mission CollapseKick the DogInter Class Friendshipand 204 more

TV Tropes lists 216 storytelling tropes for The Goonies, including Added Alliterative Appeal, Breaking the Bonds, I Warned You.