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Hornell's Bill Pullman returning to Lone Starr role for 'Spaceballs' sequel: Report
The "Schwartz" is still strong with Bill Pullman.
The 71-year-old Hornell native and Hollywood star has signed on to reprise one of his earliest and most iconic big screen roles – the Han Solo-esque Lone Starr in a sequel to the 1987 comedy spoof 'Spaceballs.'
Amazon MGM Studios announced in a June 12 release the legendary Mel Brooks, 98, will return as Yogurt, the keeper of the power known as The Schwartz in the 'Star Wars' parody, which became a cult classic.
Following the Amazon MGM Studios announcement, Deadline reported both Pullman and Rick Moranis, who starred as the Darth Vader-wannabe Dark Helmet in the film, are returning for the sequel.
The late John Candy had a memorable turn in the original movie as Lone Starr's hilarious sidekick, half-man, half-dog, Barf. There's been no word from the movie team on how Barf's character will be handled, but it's difficult to imagine anyone filling Candy's barking performance.
The film will be directed by Josh Greenbaum from a script by "Frozen" star Josh Gad (also a producer), Benji Samit and Dan Hernandez, according to Amazon MGM.
The film is scheduled to hit movie theaters in 2027. Plot details are currently under wraps.
Pullman has built an impressive film and television career since being cast as the reluctant space hero, only his second role in a feature film after 1986's "Ruthless People."
Pullman's notable screen credits include "While You Were Sleeping," "Independence Day," "The Accidental Tourist," and "Casper."
On the small screen, Pullman has starred over three seasons as Detective Harry Ambrose in the critically acclaimed series "The Sinner."
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This article originally appeared on The Evening Tribune: 'Spaceballs' sequel: Hornell's Bill Pullman returning as Lone Starr
