Warner Bros. has taken a significant step toward the long-anticipated sequel to the classic film, The Goonies, by hiring writer Potsy Ponciroli. Known for his work on the 2021 film Old Henry, Ponciroli will pen the script for The Goonies 2.
The original The Goonies, released in 1985, follows a group of children who embark on a treasure hunt to save their homes from developers. Despite numerous discussions about a sequel over the years, this marks the first concrete progress.
Producers attached to the project include Steven Spielberg, Kristie Macosko Krieger, and Holly Bario. Chris Columbus, who wrote the original film, and Lauren Shuler Donner will serve as executive producers. Currently, no director has been announced, and plot details remain undisclosed.
Warner Bros. is capitalizing on the trend of reviving popular 1980s films, likely influenced by the recent success of sequels like Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, which grossed over $450 million worldwide. The nostalgia factor for the original The Goonies may attract both longtime fans and a new audience.
Challenges lie ahead, particularly in reuniting the original cast, many of whom have become prominent figures in Hollywood. The original film grossed $69 million domestically against a $19 million budget, cementing its status as a beloved classic.
No release date has been set for The Goonies 2, but updates are expected as the project develops. For more details, visit the source: SlashFilm.