The 80s produced numerous cult films: Back to the Future, Blade Runner, Terminator or Stand by Me – the list is not only long, but almost endless. However, two of the greatest classics of the iconic decade form The Goonies and the Gremlins-Row. Both cult films are now going to get a new release.
Harry Potter director involved in new Gremlins film
As Deadline reports, Warner Bros. is still planning to revive both classics. While the new Goonies movie is still in the early development phase the Gremlins film has already taken on more concrete features.
In fact, one name has been associated here as a creative mind for a long time – and that is none other than an absolute luminary of the fantasy and family film heaven. Chris Columbus We not only have the first two Harry Potter films as well as classics like Home Alone and Mrs. Doubtfire to thank. Columbus also wrote the screenplay for the first Gremlins film in 1984.
Already in 2014 there were rumors about a new Gremlins film by Chris Columbus. A new Goonies film was also discussed back then. Whether the projects now years later Whether it actually comes about remains to be seen for the time being.
Watch a trailer for Gremlins here:
Gremlins – Trailer (English)
Where can you watch The Goonies and Gremlins?
If you want to revive the 80s yourself and watch the classics of the decade, you can currently find The Goonies on Magenta TV in the Flat. Unfortunately, Gremlins and Gremlins 2 are not currently streaming with any subscription. However, you have the option of renting or buying the films from the usual VoD providers.
The animated series Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai, which was released in 2023, already has 2 seasons on the HBO streamer Max. However, the series has not yet landed in Germany.
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