Disney+ Finally Brings the Goonies Back In a Fresh, Community‑Vibe Twist
Remember the 1985 gem The Goonies – ten adventurous kids, a half‑baked pirate map, and a whirlwind of chaos? In the span of a few decades, that classic has bounced from one studio to another, but the dream of a bullet‑for‑bullet remake is now about to hit your screens. Disney+ is getting ready to launch a brand‑new series that aims to capture the quirky magic of the original while giving it a modern, heartfelt spin.
Earlier Attempts: A Rough Draft Interrupted
Back in 2020, Fox announced they were cooking up a Goon‑inspired show featuring three students and their teacher storming through a treasure hunt. Creator Sarah Watson, the same mind behind The Bold Type, was set to bring the tale to life. But by 2021 Fox decided the concept was “a bit too young” for their lineup, and the project was shelved.
Disney+ Steps In – A New Life for a Classic
Come December 2021, Variety got wind of a partnership between Disney+, The Donners’ Company and Amblin. The series, now titled Our Time, promised a fresh perspective that still honored the beloved movie, but with a family‑centric twist and that iconic shot‑by‑shot homage to the original.
Who’s Behind the Curtain?
- Gail Berman – longtime cop‑in‑charge of Goonies‑type projects.
- John and Richard Donner – the Spielberg brothers behind the original direction, now rolled up their sleeves for the reboot.
- Sarah Watson – back on deck with a revised storyline that focuses more on a local community and the kids’ family dynamics.
- Amblin Entertainment – Spielberg’s own studio, making sure the spirit of the original love continues.
Why a Small‑Town Vibe?
Gail Berman drew a playful comparison to the 2006 hit Friday Night Lights. “It’s like putting the Goonies’ treasure hunt on a small town’s football field,” she said. The idea is to weave the original’s high‑energy adventure into the fabric of a close‑knit community, just like the town in Friday Night Lights.
“We Needed a Terrific Writer and Great Partners” – That’s the “Bacon” Behind the Project
Berman and the Donners reached out to Warner Bros. and to Toby Emmerich for rights needed to keep the Goonies legend alive. With the assistance of Steven Spielberg and his signature vision, the new endeavor is primed for a Disney+ release.
What to Expect?
- A fresh cast, but the same heart‑stopping journey.
- A “shot‑by‑shot” recreation that keeps the core thrill alive.
- Storylines that explore small‑town realities and family bonds.
- That unstoppable, “Goonies never say die” vibe… but with a modern twist.
All in all, after more than three decades of floundering, a brand‑new Goonies series with a brand‑new ensemble may indeed come to life. And once Disney+ hits play, the question is simple: “Did the kids do the right thing?” The answer: Definitely – the Goonies are back!
For more on the nostalgic revival and how Ke Huy Quan’s cinematic journey ties into the joyous new era of Goonies, keep an eye on our updates.
