Spaceballs, which was first released nearly 40 years ago, is getting a sequel in 2027 from Amazon MGM Studios.
A Spaceballs 2 announcement trailer posted Thursday doesnât have any solid details besides the date, though it does poke fun at the entertainment industryâs obsession with franchises and spinoffs by listing many of them out. (I particularly liked âDCU attempt Number 1â and âDCU attempt Number 2.â)
Mel Brooks, who played Yogurt (a Yoda parody) in the original film, also makes an appearance. âAfter 40 years, we asked, âwhat do the fans want?ââ he says. âBut instead, weâre making this movie.â The filmâs logline, according to Variety, is âA Non-Prequel Non-Reboot Sequel Part Two but with Reboot Elements Franchise Expansion Film.â
Brooks will be reprising the role of Yogurt, and Bill Pullman and Rick Moranis will be back as Lone Starr and Dark Helmet, Deadline reports. Lewis Pullman (Bill Pullmanâs son), Josh Gad, and Keke Palmer are also set to star in the film.
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