May the Schwartz be with you! Spaceballs sequel set for 2027 — with Bill Pullman and Rick Moranis

Attention all movie fans! Get ready for an exciting blast from the past, as a sequel to the beloved cult classic “Spaceballs” is officially in the works and scheduled for release in 2027. The news was revealed by none other than actor Mel Brooks, who surprised fans with a video announcement featuring three original stars reprising their iconic roles from the 1987 parody film.

In the original “Spaceballs,” audiences were treated to a hilarious spoof of popular space flicks, including “Star Wars.” The star-studded cast included Bill Pullman, John Candy, Rick Moranis, Joan Rivers, and of course, Mel Brooks himself. Fans were delighted to hear that these familiar faces will be returning for the long-awaited sequel, set to be released by Amazon MGM.

In a video teaser reminiscent of the famous opening sequence of the “Star Wars” films, Mel Brooks humorously acknowledged the abundance of sequels, prequels, and franchise universes that have emerged since the original “Spaceballs” movie. The teaser ended with the tagline, “The Schwartz awakens in 2027,” a nod to the unique brand of humor that made the original film a fan favorite.

One of the most exciting announcements was the return of Rick Moranis, who will reprise his role as Dark Helmet, a hilarious parody of Darth Vader from “Star Wars.” Moranis, known for his roles in “Ghostbusters” and “Honey I Shrunk the Kids,” has been largely absent from the screen in recent years, making his return to the big screen a highly anticipated event for fans.

Bill Pullman will also be returning to play Lone Starr, the Han Solo-esque character from the original film. And Mel Brooks, who will celebrate his 99th birthday later this month, will once again don the sparkly gold robes of Yogurt, the master of “the Schwartz” and a lover of merchandising. Brooks will also reprise his role as President Skroob from the first film.

While the sequel will bring back some familiar faces, it will also introduce new talent to the “Spaceballs” universe. Keke Palmer and Lewis Pullman are expected to join the cast, adding fresh energy to the comedic ensemble. Brooks will serve as a producer on the film, with Josh Greenbaum set to direct and Josh Gad co-writing the script.

For fans of the original “Spaceballs,” the announcement of a sequel is a dream come true. With the perfect blend of nostalgia and new talent, the upcoming film promises to capture the same irreverent humor and satirical wit that made the original a classic. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches, and may the Schwartz be with you!