Short Circuit 40
vip guests
Time to hobnob with the bigwigs!
It wouldn’t be much of an anniversary if we didn’t have Short Circuit’s cast and crew to celebrate with us now, would it?
But what’s a party without some friends? And we always want to give you more! So we’ll also have VIP guests from local films (Filmed in Astoria) and additional iconic stars from across the 80s (Johnny & Friends).
Keep an eye on our social media for more announcements!
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Steve Guttenberg
Steve Guttenberg is best known for playing NOVA Robotics engineer Newton Crosby in Short Circuit (1986) and Carey Mahoney in the Police Academy films (1984–1987). Other 80's film credits include Diner (1982), Cocoon (1985), Three Men and a Baby (1987).
television credits; Billy (1979) Veronica Mars (2005–2006), Ballers (2017), The Goldbergs (2017–2023) and Dancing with the Stars (2008).
Ally sheedy
Ally Sheedy (Stephanie Speck herself!)
— star of Short Circuit, The Breakfast Club, War Games, St Elmo’s Fire & many more!
She’s a standout actress of the 80’s, gracing our screens with her mischievous energy, emotional intelligence and honest vulnerability. Don’t miss your chance to meet this incredibly talented star!
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Tim Blaney
Tim Blaney is a puppeteer, actor, and voice artist best known as the unforgettable voice and puppeteer behind Johnny 5 in Short Circuit (1986, 1988).
A long-time performer with Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, his puppetry and voice work have appeared in films such as Men in Black—where he voiced the fan-favorite alien Frank the Pug—along with The Muppets, Dinosaurs, and Team America: World Police.
johnny 5 texas, USA
Shipping in from Texas is 'Johnny 5 & Friends' build by Sean Fuchs. This Johnny 5 is one of the best in the world, fully functional and full of personality!
Johnny can't wait to meet you, take a selfie and call you a bozo! haha!
johnny 5 notts, UK
Hailing all the way from Nottingham, England! He'll be parachuting in to meet the fans! Built by Ryan Howard himself, in his own home garage! with the support of his lovely wife Stacy.
Ryan's Replica is one of the best in the world- he can even dance!
S.S. Wilson
S.S. Wilson co-wrote (with Brent Maddock) Short Circuit 1 & 2, *batteries not included, Wild Wild West, Tremors and the Tremors sequels!
Beyond film, he’s also the author of the adventure novel Tucker’s Monster, proving his talent for imaginative storytelling leaps far beyond the screen!
eric allard
Eric Allard is a renowned live action special effects artist and an expert in 'Robonality'. Well known for bringing iconic creations to life such as Johnny 5 in Short Circuit and the Energizer Bunny. Eric has also crafted world-class effects on films like Demolition Man, Waterworld, Alien Resurrection, The Matrix Reloaded and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
Eric will be treating us to a very special 'Making-of Short Circuit' presentation with rare behind the scenes footage and videos!
mark marshall
Mark Marshall has strong links to Astoria film having assisted on The Goonies and Produced all 3 Free Willy Movies!
Other film credits include: American Graffiti, Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, The Color Purple, Back to the Future, An American Tail, Empire of the Sun, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, and Life After Goonies (in production). His memoir, Goonies, Droids, & Killer Whales, is available on Amazon.
