Sean Astin

Biography

Sean Astin (born February 25, 1971) is an American film actor, director, and producer better known for his film roles as Mikey Walsh in The Goonies, the title character of Rudy, and Samwise Gamgee in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. In television, he appeared as Lynn McGill in the fifth season of 24. He also provided the voice for the title character in Disney's Special Agent Oso.

CritifyHub Reviews Featuring Sean Astin

"Hope is kindled in the fires of despair." This powerful sentiment encapsulates the resilience and fragmented journey in "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers."

on The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers | May 29, 2025

Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers serves as the intense and often darker middle chapter of the epic trilogy, separating the shattered Fellowship and following their individual stru... Read more

"One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them." This ominous inscription sets the stage for the epic journey in "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring."

on The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring | May 29, 2025

Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is not just the beginning of a fantasy trilogy; it’s an immersive and breathtaking cinematic experience that transports audiences to t... Read more

"For Frodo." This simple declaration encapsulates the epic journey and ultimate sacrifice at the heart of "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

on The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King | May 29, 2025

Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is the monumental and emotionally resonant conclusion to a cinematic achievement of unprecedented scale and ambition. It’s not just the en... Read more