The Goonies
critic Reviews
, 76% Certified Fresh Tomatometer Score- The Goonies is an energetic, sometimes noisy mix of Spielbergian sentiment and funhouse tricks that will appeal to kids and nostalgic adults alike.
- , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreJay BoyarOrlando Sentinel
You're reminded of what it was like, as a child, to trust in wishing wells and, without thinking very much about it, switch from walking along to skipping.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreGene SiskelChicago Tribune
A funny juvenile windup toy about kids in perilous, comic book situations.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreRichard CorlissTIME Magazine
The Goonies is as hip, sassy and innocent as its seven teenage heroes.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreKevin MaherTimes (UK)
Original and sometimes bizarre, this is a timely reminder of what "kids' movies" can deliver in an era almost defined by superhero flicks and Disney franchise reboots.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScorePeter BradshawGuardian
The Goonies has a rich and indomitable air of all-American innocence...
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreKathleen CarrollNew York Daily News
"The Goonies" is the kind of hyperactive peril-packed movie young audiences can't resist.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreMike MassieGone With The Twins
In many ways, the film resembles a younger take on the adventures of Indiana Jones.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreAllison RoseFlickDirect
The Goonies may have been released three and a half decades ago but it stands the test of time.
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreJordi Batlle CaminalEl Pais (Spain)
Although mostly aimed at younger audiences, Donner's direction is dynamic. [Full Review in Spanish]
Read full article - , Fresh Tomatometer ScoreFotogramas StaffFotogramas
Despite its moments of blandness, the movie works and is a good lab where young Hollywood stars emerge. [Full Review in Spanish]
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