As an actor, he starred in both films and television, appearing first as O. W. Shaddock in North Dallas Forty (1979) followed by Tonda in Caveman (1981) and the deformed Sloth in The …

The Goonies (1985) - Cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.

It’s always a joy to revisit The Goonies, Richard Donner’s iconic 1985 adventure that has become a timeless classic for generations. The film’s cast was stacked with emerging stars, from a …

John Matuszak, the actor who so memorably played disfigured giant Sloth, died just four years after the release of the movie, hiding a past of drug and alcohol abuse from the Hollywood …

Sep 7, 2025 · John Matuszak as Sloth in 'The Goonies'. Credit: The Goonies actress Martha Plimpton revealed what it was like to work with John Matuszak, who wore intense makeup …

John Matuszak (October 25, 1950 - June 17, 1989) was a football player and actor who portrayed Sloth in The Goonies. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on October 25, 1950, Matuszak grew up …

Aug 31, 2023 · However, what few fans of The Goonies know is that, in real life, the actor who played Mama Fartelli’s severely disfigured son Sloth, John Matuszak, had a truly tragic backstory.

The Goonies attempt to use a last "candle" only to find it is a stick of dynamite, causing the grotto to cave in. With Sloth's help, the Goonies and Fratellis barely escape. The groups emerge on …

Jun 6, 2025 · The film stars Sean Astin, Corey Feldman, Josh Brolin, Ke Huy Quan, Martha Plimpton, Kerri Green, Jeff Cohen, Robert Davi, Joe Pantoliano, Anne Ramsey, and John …

Jan 19, 2025 · Central to its charm is the character Sloth, often referred to as the “Goonies Monster.” This article delves into the portrayal of Sloth, the cast behind the character, the …