Spaceballs 2 Rumors Explode: Mel Brooks Reveals Sequel Release Timeline, Star Cameos & Plot Spoilers

The galaxy far, far away from Planet Spaceball is officially back in business. Amazon MGM Studios has confirmed that “Spaceballs 2,” the long-awaited sequel to Mel Brooks’ 1987 cult classic, is blasting into theaters in 2027. Josh Gad will headline and produce the interstellar spoof, teaming with comedy legend Mel Brooks, who returns as both producer and the wise, merchandising-loving Yogurt. Directing duties fall to Josh Greenbaum (“Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar”), working from a screenplay penned by Gad alongside Benji Samit and Dan Hernandez. Spaceballs 2 release date and production timeline Amazon MGM’s current schedule lists a summer 2027 premiere, aligning the parody with the next wave of big-budget space operas it intends to lampoon. Principal photography is slated to begin early 2026 at Trilith Studios in Georgia, with extensive StageCraft LED-wall work planned to up the visual ante while retaining the original film’s handmade charm. Returning and rumored cast • Mel Brooks – Yogurt (confirmed) • Josh Gad – Undisclosed lead role, rumored to be Lone Starr’s son (confirmed) • Rick Moranis – Dark Helmet (in talks) • Bill Pullman – President Lone Starr (in talks) • Daphne Zuniga – Queen Vespa (in talks) Negotiations with Moranis gained momentum after his cameo in “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids” commercials reignited audience nostalgia, and insiders say Amazon is willing to adjust the shooting schedule around his availability. Plot rumors: “The Search for Even More Money” Early drafts are said to revolve around Yogurt reopening his merchandising empire when Spaceball City discovers an unlimited supply of Schwartz crystals. Dark Helmet, freshly promoted to Lord Helmet, hatches a plan to swipe the crystals, forcing a new generation of heroes to engage ludicrous speed. Expect cameos lampooning Disney’s sequel trilogy, “The Mandalorian,” and even “Dune.” Why the sequel matters “Spaceballs” grossed $38 million domestically in 1987 and became a VHS and cable staple. Its fearless jabs at “Star Wars” merchandising predicted the modern franchise economy, making a follow-up unusually relevant today. Streaming data shows the original film ranks among Amazon Prime Video’s most-rewatched classics during May the 4th marathons, giving the studio a built-in marketing window. Mel Brooks at 99: still going plaid Brooks, who will turn 99 just weeks before filming begins, told reporters he’s “dusting off the Yogurt robe and warming up the Schwartz.” He credits Gad’s pitch, delivered in full Yogurt voice, for convincing him the sequel could “match the silly with the savvy” of contemporary sci-fi. Marketing at ludicrous speed Amazon plans an omnichannel rollout: • Teaser trailer during the 2026 Super Bowl • Cross-promotion with “The Boys” Season 6 (both share VFX houses) • Limited-edition Yogurt Funko Pops and Dark Helmet LEGO helmets • A tie-in video game developed by Saber Interactive, featuring competitive Schwartz-saber duels How to watch “Spaceballs 2” will hit cinemas first, then warp to an exclusive 45-day streaming window on Prime Video before landing on PVOD. Fans can sign up now for production updates and early-access merchandise through Amazon’s official “Spaceballs 2” portal. Prepare to go to plaid once again—because in 2027, the Schwartz awakens.