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THE GOONIES script analysis

THE GOONIES script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

A tight‐knit group of kids, facing the loss of their homes, embarks on a treasure hunt to save their neighborhood. Along the way, they confront deadly traps and the criminal Fratelli family, forging unlikely alliances. Ultimately, they discover the treasure and save their homes, proving the power of friendship and perseverance.

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Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

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Introduces the Goonies’ bond and secret oath, establishing their unity.

I will never betray my goon dock friends, We will stick together until the whole words ends, Through...
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Theme Stated

Scene 5 / Page 1 / 5% target

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They discuss their impending move, hinting at themes of change, loyalty, and fighting to save what they love.

Wait?...What's this?...Finklestein's Funeral parlor?...Lookit' you guys! Lyin' around like it was a Nuclear Saturday! C'mon dudes! This is...
3

Set-Up

Scenes 4-5 / Pages 1-2 / 10% target

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We see the kids’ everyday life, family dynamics, and the threat of losing the Walsh home.

4

Catalyst

Scene 6 / Page 2 / 12% target

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They’re confronted by local bullies, underscoring obstacles and forcing them to band together.

Did I hear right? Did I hear a Goony telling me what to do?
5

Debate

Scene 7 / Page 2 / 20% target

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The Goonies debate whether and how to break into the lighthouse to begin their quest.

Look. The place is obv'sly open for bizness...We can pretend like we're comin' in for somethin' to eat...then...
6

Break into Two

Scene 8 / Page 2 / 25% target

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They commit to entering the Lighthouse Lounge, moving from ordinary world into adventure.

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B Story

Scene 10 / Page 3 / 30% target

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Mikey meets Sloth, setting up the subplot of friendship and redemption.

Here, boy...You hungry? Want your supper?
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Fun and Games

Scenes 11-15 / Pages 3-5 / 40% target

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They navigate traps, discover Copperpot’s remains, play the bone organ, and narrowly escape, delivering the promise of the premise.

Uh-oh...Maybe somebody else was here before us...
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Midpoint

Scene 16 / Page 5 / 50% target

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They discover the pirate ship and face danger, shifting from playfulness to serious stakes.

Willy had it all planned out...He was waitin' for us...Don't ya' get it? He's been waitin' for us...
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 13 / Page 4 / 65% target

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Mama Fratelli interrogates Chunk, heightening the threat of the criminals.

Now...do I get the truth? Or do you get juiced?
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All Is Lost

Scene 15 / Page 4 / 75% target

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The organ destroys itself under pressure as the Fratellis close in, and escape seems impossible.

Hey, guys...They're comin'!
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Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 17 / Page 6 / 80% target

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Back home, the Goonies’ parents witness the demolition threat even as the kids have no treasure to show.

Today's the day, Walsh, so let's get this over with! Your house is blocking the start of our...
13

Break into Three

Scene 18 / Page 6 / 85% target

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Rescue arrives when the Sheriff shows up and crashes Perkins’ Cadillac, giving new hope.

You're looking at the richest people in Cauldron Point. Now sign it.
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Finale

Scene 19 / Page 7 / 95% target

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Sloth reveals the jewels, the treasure is secured, and the Goonies save the neighborhood.

Sloth! Sloth... Somebody get a giant Bromo, quick!
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Final Image

Scene 20 / Page 7 / 99% target

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The pirate ship sails off, mirroring the opening oath with a victorious new image.

Holy Mary Mother of God... LOOK!!