Mel Brooks Announces Spaceballs Sequel With Original Cast, Sets 2027 Release

Mel Brooks has announced a sequel to his 1987 cult classic 'Spaceballs,' titled 'Spaceballs 2,' set for release in theaters in 2027. Brooks, who will reprise his role as Yogurt, and original cast members including Rick Moranis and Bill Pullman are returning, while new cast members like Lewis Pullman and Keke Palmer have joined. The sequel is described as a 'Non-Prequel Non-Reboot Sequel Part Two but with Reboot Elements Franchise Expansion Film,' directed by Josh Greenbaum and co-written by Josh Gad, who also stars in the film. The announcement was accompanied by a humorous teaser video that poked fun at the proliferation of sequels in popular franchises since the original 'Spaceballs' release. Despite the loss of John Candy and Joan Rivers, who played key roles in the original, the sequel aims to continue the original's legacy of sharp parody and Jewish-coded humor. This film arrives amid a resurgence of parody sequels and reflects ongoing cultural commentary on the state of major franchises and Hollywood.