: In 2017, the Library of Congress selected The Goonies for preservation in the United States National Film Registry for being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".
The iconic adventure film The Goonies premiered on , and has since become a cornerstone of 80s pop culture. As of April 2026, the film is celebrating its 40th anniversary , a milestone marked by retrospective events in its filming location of Astoria, Oregon. Legacy and Cultural Impact 7.885 - The Goonies31
: The film launched the careers of several major stars, including Sean Astin ( Lord of the Rings ), Josh Brolin ( Avengers: Infinity War ), and Ke Huy Quan ( Everything Everywhere All at Once ). Production Secrets : In 2017, the Library of Congress selected
: To capture genuine reactions, the child actors were not allowed to see the massive pirate ship set until cameras were rolling. Reviewers from SlashFilm note that Josh Brolin was so stunned he accidentally swore, requiring the scene to be edited. Legacy and Cultural Impact : The film launched
: Fan-led initiatives included recreations of iconic props, such as the Jeep Cherokee from the opening chase sequence.
The anniversary has sparked renewed interest in the town of Astoria, Oregon, where much of the film was shot.