Get Ready for a Nostalgia Overload: New ‘Gremlins’ and ‘The Goonies’ Movies Are Coming!

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It appears as though the 2020s are embracing the past, suggesting that nothing is completely untouchable anymore. A recent report unveils that the classic 80’s films Gremlins and The Goonies will receive reboots next. Although these franchises have been mostly dormant for several years, Warner Bros. seems intent on tapping into nostalgia once more. Rumors of a sequel for both timeless franchises have circulated for quite some time, but it now seems they are edging closer to production.

Based on Deadline’s report, Warner Bros. Discovery is working on new projects for the films “Gremlins” and “The Goonies”. The original screenwriter, Christopher Columbus, is contributing to another “Gremlins” spin-off. On the other hand, plans for a “Goonies” sequel appear to be less immediate, with only a treatment available so far. There have been discussions among the original cast about a potential “Goonies” sequel, and it seems many are eager to reprise their roles from the 1985 movie. However, it’s uncertain whether these new projects will be straight-up sequels or reboots, but given current trends in cinema, we anticipate that they might incorporate elements of both.

As a film enthusiast, I’ve been keeping a close eye on the latest developments at the studio, where there’s been quite a whirlwind of changes in leadership lately – a shift that was hinted at by their new company philosophy emphasizing auteur-driven projects. In the coming years, they plan to unveil some high-profile original films such as “The Bride” and Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners.” Moreover, they aim to breathe life into new franchises based on classics like “Gremlins” and “The Goonies.” But that’s not all; there are rumors of a fresh installment in the “Matrix” series coming from Drew Goddard. Despite some conflicting signals, it seems the studio is intent on revisiting its cherished franchises, with “Gremlins” and “Goonies” being merely the beginning of a larger revival project.

Warner Bros. Discovery is Banking on IP-Based Films

The simultaneous unveiling of new Gremlins and Goonies ventures aligns with Warner Bros. Discovery’s current strategy to exploit their renowned franchise properties. This year, they plan on revamping Harry Potter for HBO and restarting the DC Universe under James Gunn’s Superman project, indicating a strong desire to maximize profits from their extensive intellectual property (IP) collection. Notably, they appear unfazed by revisiting long-silent franchises that have been absent from popular culture discourse for years. In essence, Warner Bros. seems determined to follow the Goonies’ motto – “Never say die” – when it comes to resurrecting dormant series.

To numerous individuals, it won’t be surprising that the new “Gremlins” movie appears to be the most progressed production project at this point. Warner Bros.’ primary streaming platform, Max, has aired two seasons of an animated prequel series for the live-action films, which are child-friendly and have received positive reviews from critics. Although it hasn’t achieved the same level of popularity as its original counterpart, it probably provided the studio with the necessary encouragement to produce another film in the series. The details regarding whether “Gremlins” or “The Goonies” will be a sequel or a complete reboot of their respective franchises are still unclear, but there is a strong possibility that they will be sequels rather than reboots.

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2025-01-15 21:31