This ’80s adventure film, starring Sean Astin and Josh Brolin, follows a group of children on their search for treasure to save their homes.
Some films manage to transcend the passage of time, becoming true cultural milestones that remain in the collective memory, either because of their moving stories or because they marked unique moments in the lives of their viewers. The Goonies It is one of those films that, despite having been released more than three decades ago, continues to be remembered and loved by thousands of fans.
Prime Video has included in its catalog this gem of adventure cinema, released in 1985 and considered a benchmark of the genre. Directed by Richard Donnerproduced by the legendary Steven Spielberg and written by Chris Columbusthe film not only captured the essence of the time, but established a formula for youth adventure cinema that has endured to this day.
With a duration of 111 minutes, the film captivates with its mix of action, mystery and humor, as a group of friends faces unexpected challenges. Its combination of youthful adventure and endearing moments made it a cult classic that continues to resonate with viewers of all ages.
Prime Video: what “The Gonnies” is about
The Goonies, now available on Prime Video, follows Mikey, a 13-year-old boy who, along with his group of friends, sets out to a dangerous quest to find pirate treasure of the 17th century. The motivation behind this adventure is save their families’ homeswhich are about to be seized due to unpaid debt.
However, the map that will guide them to the treasure will not be their only challenge. A criminal family is also interested in the same lootwhich turns the search into a dangerous race against time, where the boys’ bravery and friendship will be tested at every step.
In addition to becoming a benchmark for 1980s cinema, the film was so influential that, in 2017, the United States Library of Congress included it in the National Film Registry for its cultural, historical and aesthetic importance.
The Gonnies Trailer
The Gonnies cast
- Sean Astin (Mikey)
- Josh Brolin (Brand)
- Corey Feldman (Big Mouth)
- Jeff Cohen (Cacho)
- Ke Huy Quan (Data)
- Kerri Green (Andy)
- Martha Plimpton (Stef)
- Joe Pantoliano (Francis Fratelli)
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