Spaceballs 2 is officially in development, much to the excitement of fans of the original 1987 sci-fi parody. This long-awaited sequel comes almost 37 years after the release of Mel Brooks’ iconic space satire, which poked fun at franchises like Star Wars and Star Trek. Brooks, now in his late 90s, has signed on to produce the sequel, with Josh Gad not only starring but also co-writing and producing the film alongside him. Josh Greenbaum is set to direct, while Gad, along with Benji Samit and Dan Hernandez, have taken on writing duties.
The original Spaceballs has since gained a cult following for its sharp, satirical humor and iconic characters like Dark Helmet, played by Rick Moranis, and Lone Starr, portrayed by Bill Pullman. Although no confirmation has been made about whether members of the original cast will return, the sequel will no doubt lean heavily on the comedic legacy of the first movie. Gad has already teased the project on social media, calling it one of the funniest scripts he’s ever worked on.
The plot of Spaceballs 2 is still under wraps, but fans can expect it to revisit the galaxy of outrageous parodies and slapstick humor that made the original so beloved. The project is being developed at Amazon MGM Studios, and with such a talented team behind it, expectations are high for a movie that captures the original’s magic while adding a fresh, modern twist. The film’s potential title, Spaceballs 2: The Search for More Money, seems to be a playful nod to the original movie’s own humor about sequels and merchandising.
This return to the world of Spaceballs is part of a larger trend in Hollywood of revisiting classic films and franchises. With the vast expansion of the Star Wars universe over the years, there’s certainly no shortage of material for Spaceballs 2 to parody, ensuring that both longtime fans and new viewers will find plenty to laugh at.
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Lori has been a science-fiction fan since the age of 12. She is owner of Scifispace.com as well as CosplayCostumeCloset.com and created/chaired Tachycon, science fiction convention, for 13 years. She is a gamer and artist, jewelry maker, 3d printer, and overall geek.
