'Spaceballs 2' - Everything We Know So Far
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The Schwartz couldn't be kept down. "Spaceballs 2" is on the way.
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But who's going to be in the spoof sequel? When can you see it? And is Mel Brooks really coming back?
Here's everything we know so far about "Spaceballs 2".
Mel Brooks as Yogurt in "Spaceballs".
Mel Brooks as Yogurt in "Spaceballs".
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What Is 'Spaceballs'?
Directed by Mel Brooks, "Spaceballs" is a spoof parody of "Star Wars". Instead of The Force, in "Spaceballs" there is a power called "The Schwartz." Instead of Darth Vader, there's Lord Dark Helmet. Han Solo is replaced with Lone Starr, and his sidekick is the half-man, half-dog named Barf, played by the late John Candy.
While its main target is "Star Wars", "Spaceballs" has pokes fun at plenty of other sci-fi films and franchises, including "Alien", "Star Trek", "Transformers", and "2001: A Space Odyssey".
Where Can You Watch 'Spaceballs'?
While it's going to be a bit before anyone can watch "Spaceballs 2", you can stream the original "Spaceballs" on HBO Max.
What Is 'Spaceballs 2' About?
Plot details of "Spaceballs 2" are being kept under wraps. However, the film's logline calls it a "Non-Prequel Non-Reboot Sequel Part Two but with Reboot Elements Franchise Expansion Film."
When Will 'Spaceballs 2' Release?
There is no firm release date yet for "Spaceballs 2", but it is scheduled to bow sometime in 2027.
Is Mel Brooks Returning For 'Spaceballs 2'?
Mel Brooks has been confirmed to return to the role of the Yoda-esque wise man Yogurt for "Spaceballs 2". There's no word on whether or not he might also play President Skroob, whom he played in the first film.
While Brooks will appear in "Spaceballs 2", he isn't directing this time around. Instead, Josh Greenbaum of "Will & Harper" fame is helming the sequel.
Who Is In 'Spaceballs 2'?
The cast of "Spaceballs 2" is being led by Josh Gad and Keke Palmer. Palmer will play a character named Destiny, while Gad's role is unknown.
Along with Brooks returning as Yogurt, Rick Moranis is breaking his long acting hiatus to reprise the role of the Darth Vader send-up, Lord Dark Helmet. Bill Pullman will return to play Lone Starr, and Daphne Zuniga returns as Queen Vespa.
While he has not officially confirmed he will return, Tim Russ of "Star Trek: Voyager" fame - who had a small speaking role in the original "Spaceballs" - hinted that he would also be in the sequel.
I may be ….. combing the desert again..!!! https://t.co/DjtBWKpznG — tim russ (@timruss2) June 13, 2025
Finally, there is Bill Pullman's son, Lewis Pullman of "Thunderbolts*", who will play Starburst, son to Lone Starr and Vespa.
Is There A Trailer for 'Spaceballs 2'?
While it will no doubt be a while before there's any kind of full trailer for "Spaceballs 2", an announcement teaser was released spoofing the "Star Wars" screen crawl and featuring Brooks. You can watch it below.
First teaser for 'SPACEBALLS 2'
In theaters in 2027. pic.twitter.com/GEnLzey2BQ — DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) June 12, 2025
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