Curtis F. Hanson, professionally credited as Curt Hanson, is an American actor best known for his role as Elgin "Mr. Perkins" in Richard Donner's The Goonies (1985), where he portrayed the wealthy real estate developer attempting to force the Walsh family from their home. Although his screen career has been relatively limited, he has appeared in films and television productions including The Last Innocent Man, Harvest of Fear, The Path of Evil, Portlandia, and Documentary Now!. Before pursuing acting, Hanson served as a deputy and later Chief Deputy with the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office in Oregon, a career he maintained alongside his work in the entertainment industry. His memorable appearance in The Goonies has made him a familiar face to fans of the film, despite a filmography consisting primarily of supporting roles.