In 2020, Columbus stated that they would not be using CGI for the gremlins but rather traditional puppets and animatronics. Gremlins, Gremlins: The New Batch, and The Goonies are streaming now on ...

an animatronic puppet with big eyes, ears, and fangs. The critter reminded me most of Gizmo, the adorable star of Gremlins who eventually gives birth to the meaner, monstrous imps that wreak havoc.