'The Goonies' Cast: Where Are They Now?

Mar. 15, 2025

Corey Feldman, Sean Astin, Ke Huy Quan and Jeff Cohen.Photo:Warner Brothers/Getty Images

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The Gooniesstars are all grown up!The ’80s classic has lived in the hearts of many moviegoers, even nearly four decades after its theatrical debut. In fact, it’s remained such a beloved film that Warner Bros. isrereleased the film in theatersin September 2023 to celebrate the studio’s 100-year anniversary.Though persistent sequel rumors remain unsubstantiated,Ke Huy Quanhas said he would “be open” to stepping back into the character if the opportunity arose.“There was not one [script] that I felt could live up to what the original was,“he explained in 2023.“Sadly, we lost the captain of our ship [directorRichard Donner], who I love dearly, and I really don’t know if there will beGoonies 2, but I would be open to reliving that character if there is that opportunity.“So, while a reboot might not be on the horizon just yet, here’s a look at what Quan and the cast ofThe Goonies isup to these days.

The Gooniesstars are all grown up!

The ’80s classic has lived in the hearts of many moviegoers, even nearly four decades after its theatrical debut. In fact, it’s remained such a beloved film that Warner Bros. isrereleased the film in theatersin September 2023 to celebrate the studio’s 100-year anniversary.

Though persistent sequel rumors remain unsubstantiated,Ke Huy Quanhas said he would “be open” to stepping back into the character if the opportunity arose.

“There was not one [script] that I felt could live up to what the original was,“he explained in 2023.“Sadly, we lost the captain of our ship [directorRichard Donner], who I love dearly, and I really don’t know if there will beGoonies 2, but I would be open to reliving that character if there is that opportunity.”

So, while a reboot might not be on the horizon just yet, here’s a look at what Quan and the cast ofThe Goonies isup to these days.

01of 10Sean Astin: MikeyWarner Bros/Everett; Kevin Mazur/WireImageAfter playing the main protagonist, Mikey,Sean Astinwent on to work steadily in Hollywood.He starred in other ’90s hits such asEncino ManandRudy, but perhaps his best-known role was playing Sam in theLord of the Ringstrilogy.In 2017, Astin went back to his teenage adventure roots and appeared in the second and third seasons of Netflix’sStranger Things.He also voices several characters on the streaming service’sEpic Tales of Captain Underpants in Spacefranchise. Most recently he appeared in multiple episodes ofThe Connersand lent his voice to 2024’sMan and Witch: The Dance of a Thousand Steps.He marriedChristine Harrellin 1992 and the pair havethree daughters.

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Sean Astin: Mikey

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After playing the main protagonist, Mikey,Sean Astinwent on to work steadily in Hollywood.

He starred in other ’90s hits such asEncino ManandRudy, but perhaps his best-known role was playing Sam in theLord of the Ringstrilogy.

In 2017, Astin went back to his teenage adventure roots and appeared in the second and third seasons of Netflix’sStranger Things.He also voices several characters on the streaming service’sEpic Tales of Captain Underpants in Spacefranchise. Most recently he appeared in multiple episodes ofThe Connersand lent his voice to 2024’sMan and Witch: The Dance of a Thousand Steps.

He marriedChristine Harrellin 1992 and the pair havethree daughters.

02of 10Ke Huy Quan: DataWarner Bros./Everett; Kevin Mazur/GettyPost-Goonieslife wasn’t easy forKe Huy Quan, who spent the last three decades trying to make his way back in front of the camera. He starred in the showHead of the Classfrom 1990 to 1991 and appeared in 1992’sEncino Man,but was ultimately forced to quit acting due to lack of opportunity for Asian actors.“It was tough,“he told PEOPLE. “I was waiting for the phone to ring, and it rarely did.“However, the tide turned for the actor in 2022 when his second big break came withEverything Everywhere All at OncealongsideMichelle Yeoh,Jamie Lee CurtisandStephanie Hsu. Quan swept awards season 2023, taking home the Golden Globe, SAG Award and Oscarfor Best Supporting Actor.Most recently, he’s appeared in the Disney seriesAmerican Born Chineseas well asLokiand in 2024 voiced the character of Han inKung Fu Panda 4.

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Ke Huy Quan: Data

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Post-Goonieslife wasn’t easy forKe Huy Quan, who spent the last three decades trying to make his way back in front of the camera. He starred in the showHead of the Classfrom 1990 to 1991 and appeared in 1992’sEncino Man,but was ultimately forced to quit acting due to lack of opportunity for Asian actors.

“It was tough,“he told PEOPLE. “I was waiting for the phone to ring, and it rarely did.”

However, the tide turned for the actor in 2022 when his second big break came withEverything Everywhere All at OncealongsideMichelle Yeoh,Jamie Lee CurtisandStephanie Hsu. Quan swept awards season 2023, taking home the Golden Globe, SAG Award and Oscarfor Best Supporting Actor.

Most recently, he’s appeared in the Disney seriesAmerican Born Chineseas well asLokiand in 2024 voiced the character of Han inKung Fu Panda 4.

03of 10Josh Brolin: BrandWarner Brothers/Everett; John Lamparski/GettyJosh Brolinhas had a steady stream of roles since the film premiered in 1985.You may know him as Thanos in the Marvel films, but Brolin has also had roles in critically acclaimed films such asNo Country For Old Men(2007) which was nominated for an Oscar.He was also nominated for an Academy Award for his portrayal of Dan White inMilk.Brolin has had other notable performances in films such asW. (2008) in which he portrayed George W. Bush,Inherent Vice(2014),Sicario(2015) and Hail,Caesar!(2016), among others.More recently,Brolin appeared both of theDunefilms and in 2024 announced the release of an upcoming memoir titledFrom Under the Truckwhere he’ll touch onhis early role inGoonies.The actor has a son and daughter,Edenand Trevor, from his first marriage to actress Alice Adair plus two daughters, Westlyn and Chapel, with his wife,Kathryn Boyd Brolin.

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Josh Brolin: Brand

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Josh Brolinhas had a steady stream of roles since the film premiered in 1985.

You may know him as Thanos in the Marvel films, but Brolin has also had roles in critically acclaimed films such asNo Country For Old Men(2007) which was nominated for an Oscar.He was also nominated for an Academy Award for his portrayal of Dan White inMilk.

Brolin has had other notable performances in films such asW. (2008) in which he portrayed George W. Bush,Inherent Vice(2014),Sicario(2015) and Hail,Caesar!(2016), among others.

More recently,Brolin appeared both of theDunefilms and in 2024 announced the release of an upcoming memoir titledFrom Under the Truckwhere he’ll touch onhis early role inGoonies.

The actor has a son and daughter,Edenand Trevor, from his first marriage to actress Alice Adair plus two daughters, Westlyn and Chapel, with his wife,Kathryn Boyd Brolin.

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Corey Feldman: Mouth

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AfterThe Goonies, Feldman went on to star in other blockbuster coming-of-age films. He was inThe Lost Boys(1987) alongsideCorey Haim, Jason Patric andKiefer SutherlandandStand By Mewhich also starredRiver Phoenix, Kiefer Sutherland,Wil WheatonandJerry O’Connell.

In 2013, Feldman released a book,Coreyography: A Memoirwhich chronicled his turbulent life as a child star, including the sexual abuse he and Haim allegedly suffered at the hands of men in the industry.

“There are people that did this to me and Corey that are still working, they’re still out there and they’re some of the most rich and powerful people in this business. And they do not want what I’m saying right now. They want me dead,” he toldThe Viewwhile promoting the book.

His recent credits include a music video for his song “Without U,” and a part in a film titledSour Party.

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Jeff Cohen: Chunk

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Since then, Cohen has become a successful entertainment lawyer in L.A., after earning his juris doctor from the UCLA School of Law.

His career has come full circle, given the fact thathe’s the one who negotiatedQuan’s deal forEverything Everywhere All at Once.

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Kerri Green: Andy

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As the love interest to Brand (Brolin) and Mikey (Astin), Kerri Green’s Andy Carmichael was an integral player in the film. SinceThe Goonies,however, Green has only been in a handful of other films.

Her last acting credit is listed for a 2012 film titledComplacenton IMDb. These days, she reportedly works behind the scenes in the entertainment industry, is a mom of two and occasionally appears at fan conventions — as well as onCameo!

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Martha Plimpton: Stef

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Plimpton’s role as the no-nonsense Stef Steinbrenner was her first foray into film.

Plimpton won the Emmy for guest actress in a drama series for her role as Patti Nyholm on CBS’The Good Wifeand was nominated for lead actress in a comedy series for FOX’sRaising Hope.

Since then, Plimpton has continued working and in 2024 appeared alongside Kate Winslet in the miniseriesThe Regime.

In 2012, Plimpton co-foundedA is For,an organization dedicated to ending the stigma against abortion care.In 2022,she co-hosted theBroadway Acts for Abortionbenefit concert event, a fundraiser dedicated to abortion rights.

08of 10John Matuszak: SlothWarner Bros/Everett; Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection/GettyPrior to playing Sloth, Matuszak had a full-fledged career as an NFL player. The 6-ft.-8-in. lovable giant was the first overall pick in the 1973 NFL draft. He played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Washington Commanders before finishing off his career with the Oakland Raiders — with whom he won two Super Bowls.Before being inThe Goonies,Matuszak also starred inThe North Dallas Forty(1979) andThe Ice Pirates(1984).AfterThe Goonies,he was in what would be his last film,One Crazy Summer (1986) and wrote an autobiography,Cruisin' with the Tooz, which was published in 1987.Matuszak died in 1989 after to an accidental overdose of prescription drugs. He was 38.

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John Matuszak: Sloth

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Prior to playing Sloth, Matuszak had a full-fledged career as an NFL player. The 6-ft.-8-in. lovable giant was the first overall pick in the 1973 NFL draft. He played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Washington Commanders before finishing off his career with the Oakland Raiders — with whom he won two Super Bowls.

Before being inThe Goonies,Matuszak also starred inThe North Dallas Forty(1979) andThe Ice Pirates(1984).AfterThe Goonies,he was in what would be his last film,One Crazy Summer (1986) and wrote an autobiography,Cruisin' with the Tooz, which was published in 1987.

Matuszak died in 1989 after to an accidental overdose of prescription drugs. He was 38.

09of 10Joe Pantoliano: Francis FratelliWarner Bros.; Theo Wargo/GettyPantoliano played one half of the antagonistic Fratelli brothers.AfterThe Goonies,he went on to have a long career as a character actor. His acting credits include appearances in mega hitsMidnight Run(1988),The Fugitive(1993),Bad Boys(1995) andThe Matrix(1999). In 2003, Pantoliano won the Emmy for outstanding supporting actor in a drama series for his role as Ralph Cifarretto onThe Sopranos.In 2020, Pantoliano reprised his role as Captain Howard inBad Boys for Life.These days, Pantoliano is still acting, appearing in shows such asChuckyandTacoma FDand 2024’sBad Boys: Ride or Die.

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Joe Pantoliano: Francis Fratelli

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Pantoliano played one half of the antagonistic Fratelli brothers.

AfterThe Goonies,he went on to have a long career as a character actor. His acting credits include appearances in mega hitsMidnight Run(1988),The Fugitive(1993),Bad Boys(1995) andThe Matrix(1999). In 2003, Pantoliano won the Emmy for outstanding supporting actor in a drama series for his role as Ralph Cifarretto onThe Sopranos.

In 2020, Pantoliano reprised his role as Captain Howard inBad Boys for Life.

These days, Pantoliano is still acting, appearing in shows such asChuckyandTacoma FDand 2024’sBad Boys: Ride or Die.

10of 10Robert Davi: Jake FratelliWarner Bros.; Paul Archuleta/GettyPlaying the bad guy along with Pantoliano wasRobert Davi, who has also made a career playing scary dudes.His acting chops landed him in the James Bond franchise, with the role of drug lord Frank Sanchez inLicense to Kill(1989). He’s also appeared inDie Hard(1988),Predator 2(1990),Showgirls(1995) andThe Iceman(2012).More recently, Davi starred inInside Man, The Lurking Fearand portrays Leonid Brezhnev in 2024’sReagan.

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Robert Davi: Jake Fratelli

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Playing the bad guy along with Pantoliano wasRobert Davi, who has also made a career playing scary dudes.

His acting chops landed him in the James Bond franchise, with the role of drug lord Frank Sanchez inLicense to Kill(1989). He’s also appeared inDie Hard(1988),Predator 2(1990),Showgirls(1995) andThe Iceman(2012).

More recently, Davi starred inInside Man, The Lurking Fearand portrays Leonid Brezhnev in 2024’sReagan.

source: people.com