Mel Brooks, 98, makes major announcement about ‘Spaceballs' sequel 40 years after the original
May the Schwartz be with you!
nypost.comDirect answer: There have been reports in 2025 that Mel Brooks plans a Spaceballs sequel, with Brooks returning as Yogurt and a 2027 theatrical release cited by multiple outlets.
Details and context:
- Reports from People and The Daily Beast in June 2025 stated that Brooks, then 98, would reprise Yogurt in an untitled Spaceballs sequel, produced by Amazon MGM Studios, with Josh Gad as co-creator and co-producer; the film was targeted for a 2027 release [source summaries: People, The Daily Beast].
- Additional outlets in mid-2025 echoed the plan, noting potential returns of other original cast members and the project’s development status under Amazon MGM Studios; the tone suggests a continuation rather than a pure reboot .
- In early 2026 there were speculative videos and discussions about Spaceballs 2, including rumors about the scale of production and the involvement of Rick Moranis and other cast, but official confirmation remained focused on Brooks’ return and 2027 date from early reporting .
What to watch for next:
- Official confirmations from Amazon MGM Studios or Josh Gad, including title, cast list, plot direction, and final release date.
- Any trailer or BTS materials that clarify whether this is a direct sequel, a reboot, or a hybrid “non-quel nonboot” approach as some announcements framed it.
Illustrative note:
- The core joke remains Brooks’s Yogurt/Yoda parody; if the project moves forward, fans may expect a blend of nostalgic references to space opera parodies with updated contemporary humor.
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