Corey Feldman Slams AI’s Threat to Hollywood, Teases Goonies Sequel and New Music

Corey Feldman, the iconic child star of 1980s classics like The Goonies and Stand By Me, is sounding the alarm on artificial intelligence creeping into Hollywood’s creative soul. In a candid chat, the actor-turned-musician shared his fears that AI’s rise could snuff out the human spark that made films like The Lost Boys unforgettable.

Feldman, now celebrating 50 years in showbiz, didn’t hold back. “AI’s taking over the good stories, the great characters, the heart of what we do,” he said, warning that overreliance on tech for writing, music, and effects risks hollowing out the industry. He even predicted studios might try swapping actors for AI-generated stand-ins. But, he argued, “without the human experience, why would audiences connect?” It’s a fair point—can a computer replicate the raw emotion of a kid on a bike chasing adventure in 1985?

Beyond his tech concerns, Feldman’s buzzing about a Goonies sequel, with Steven Spielberg producing. While details are scarce—no script, no offers—he’s hopeful. “Spielberg doesn’t miss,” he quipped, though he’s reserving judgment until he sees the script. The sequel’s timing, coinciding with the film’s 40th anniversary and the success of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, feels like kismet. Feldman and the original cast are eager but cautious, wanting a story worthy of the treasure-hunting legacy.

On the music front, Feldman’s new single “Characters” dropped June 22, a Beatles-inspired nod to his career’s many roles and his loyal fans. Reflecting on his start, he shared how singing at auditions as a toddler landed him gigs when he couldn’t yet read scripts. “I’d sing, they’d swoon, and I’d get the part,” he laughed. It’s a reminder of a simpler Hollywood, one he fears is fading.

Looking back, Feldman’s nostalgic for the 80s’ magic—kids on adventures, no smartphones in sight. But he’s clear-eyed about the era’s dark side, hinting at the abuse he faced as a young star. “Today’s better for me,” he said, a survivor’s perspective that adds weight to his call for preserving Hollywood’s human core.