The Goonies (1985)

Adventure Comedy Family Directed by Richard Donner
→ Influenced 5 films ← Inspired by 3 films

Young teenager Mikey Walsh finds an old treasure map in his father's attic. Hoping to save their homes from demolition, Mikey and his friends Data, Chunk, and Mouth set off on a quest to find the secret stash of Pirate One-Eyed Willie.

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Influenced By

  1. Adventures of Don Juan (1948)
    "Richard Donner incorporated Max Steiner's score from this swashbuckling film into "The Goonies," particularly during action sequences, as a tribute to classic pirate movies." Far Out Magazine source
  2. Superman (1978)
    "Donner included subtle nods to his earlier work, "Superman," within "The Goonies," such as the inclusion of the "Superman" theme music during a scene where Sloth rips open his shirt to reveal a Superman logo." The Goonies | A Nostalgic Throwback to Youth Hypercritic
  3. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
    "Produced by Spielberg, this film features a group of children embarking on a treasure hunt, capturing the spirit of youthful adventure and camaraderie reminiscent of "E.T."" 9 Great Movies That Were Inspired By E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial Jack Walters ScreenRant

Influenced

  1. Finding 'Ohana (2021)
    "This Netflix film draws direct inspiration from "The Goonies," following a group of children on a treasure hunt to save their family's home." 'Goonies' Inspired Film 'Finding ‘Ohana' Hits Netflix This Month - Melissa Cusano mxdwn Movies
  2. Super 8 (2011)
    "Directed by J.J. Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg, "Super 8" pays homage to 1980s adventure films like "The Goonies," featuring a group of kids who encounter extraordinary events." 10 Best Kid-Led Movies To Watch If You Like The Goonies Shawn S. Lealos ScreenRant
  3. The Monster Squad (1987)
    "Released shortly after "The Goonies," this film centers on a group of kids who battle classic monsters, reflecting the camaraderie and adventure seen in "The Goonies."" 10 Best Kid-Led Movies To Watch If You Like The Goonies Shawn S. Lealos ScreenRant
  4. Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021)
    "Director Jason Reitman cited "The Goonies" as an inspiration for the film's tone and focus on a group of kids uncovering supernatural mysteries." 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife' director and cast brought the franchise back to life — and it came back a little different James Grebey SYFY
  5. Stand by Me (1986)
    "This adventure film about a group of kids searching for treasure shares thematic similarities with "Stand by Me," particularly in its portrayal of youthful camaraderie and adventure." Theplaylist source

The Goonies (1985), directed by Richard Donner, was inspired by 3 earlier films — including Adventures of Don Juan, Superman, and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial — and has been cited as an influence on 5 later works, such as Finding 'Ohana, Super 8, and The Monster Squad. Check out the citations below.