Mel Brooks makes Spaceballs 2 announcement with cast set to include rarely seen star
Rick Moranis is reportedly set to come out of retirement for the long-awaited sequel
www.the-independent.comHere’s what’s latest on Mel Brooks and Spaceballs as of now:
- Mel Brooks is reported to be reprising his Yogurt role in Spaceballs 2, with the project slated for release in 2027. The news outlets note his return to the screen after decades and confirm his involvement alongside Josh Gad, who has been developing the sequel.[1][2][5]
- Reports also indicate that Rick Moranis could return as Dark Helmet in Spaceballs 2, though final casting has seen flux and official confirmations vary across outlets.[2][3]
- The project is described by several outlets as a continuation of the Spaceballs universe, with Amazon MGM Studios involved in production, and the film framed as a sequel that nods to the original while expanding the franchise instead of a strict reboot.[3][4][2]
- Public interest remains high among fans, with theatrical releases targeted for 2027 and ongoing chatter about cast, script direction, and how the spoof will balance nostalgia with new humor.[4][1][3]
If you’d like, I can pull more precise quotes or compile a timeline of announcements from these sources, and I can also summarize what each source says about cast specifics, production status, and release timing. I can also provide a brief comparison of the reported claims across outlets.