‘A Goofy Movie’ Turns 30, and We’re Not Okay

Goofy and Max are back together, and no, it’s not just a fever dream from your childhood VHS collection. Bill Farmer (a.k.a. the voice of Goofy himself) and Jason Marsden (our forever Max Goof) just reunited for the 30th anniversary of “A Goofy Movie,” and it’s honestly the kind of feel-good moment we all needed.

Road Trip, But Make It Goofy

To celebrate three decades of father-son chaos, Farmer and Marsden hit the road in a very familiar car: a decked-out AMC Pacer, just like the one from the movie. The short, “On the Road Again: A Goofy Movie 30th Anniversary,” (seen below) is as wholesome as you’d expect. The two legends swap stories, laugh about the good ol’ days, and yes, make us all weirdly emotional about animated bonding moments.

It’s not just a nostalgia hit; it’s a full-on heart punch for every Millennial who grew up watching Max try to survive high school while his dad sang “On the Open Road” at full volume.

Reactions Are Rolling In

As soon as the reunion dropped, the internet did what it does best: freaked out in the most glorious, nostalgic way possible. Comments ranged from heartfelt to downright creative as fans couldn’t help but relive the “Goofy Movie” magic—and let’s not kid ourselves, some of us never stopped.

One fan shared, “I’m autistic, and this is my comfort movie… Probably seen it over 300 times.” As another chimed in that they “still enjoy watching this movie 30 Years later” and the “guys still feel like [they] haven’t left the role of Max and Goofy.”

Then there was this gem: “Disney World should absolutely have a Powerline concert nighttime show. They could have it in Hollywood Studios in the Hollywood Bowl recreation.” Honestly? Not a bad idea at all.

‘Not Just a Goof’ (Literally)

And if you’re thinking, “This deserves a whole documentary,” Disney already heard you. “Not Just a Goof” is now streaming on Disney+, and it pulls back the curtain on how “A Goofy Movie” even happened. Directed by Christopher Ninness and Eric Kimelton, the doc includes interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and plenty of reasons to appreciate how much heart went into a film that, let’s be real, still slaps 30 years later.

The documentary also digs into why the movie resonated so deeply; hint: it’s not just the Powerline concert (but also, definitely the Powerline concert). No, really… it’s the awkward, lovable chaos of growing up, the cringe-worthy but endearing dad moments, and that universal struggle of trying to connect with someone who just doesn’t quite get you, but loves you anyway. The doc reminds us why this offbeat father-son road trip still hits home, even decades later.

Ninness even said, “I personally think it’s a Disney classic that stands up with the epics of the Disney Renaissance,” per The New York Times. He added, “What ‘A Goofy Movie’ might not have in scope, it makes up for in characters and emotion.”

One Word: Iconic

From that perfect cast reunion to a documentary that actually gives this film its flowers, “A Goofy Movie” is finally getting the recognition it deserves. Whether you grew up crushing on Roxanne or singing “Eye to Eye” like it was your personal anthem, this celebration hits all the right notes.

So grab your cheese pizza, queue up Disney+, and get ready to cry over a cartoon dad and his awkward teen son. Again.

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