Rick Moranis Returns as Dark Helmet in Spaceballs 2 Trailer

Spaceballs 2 is in the works, with a teaser trailer revealing a 2027 release date and the return of beloved characters. Rick Moranis will reprise his iconic role as Dark Helmet, alongside Bill Pullman as Lone Starr and Daphne Zuniga as Princess Vespa. New cast members include Keke Palmer and Josh Gad, adding fresh talent to the sequel. Producer Mel Brooks promises a comedic take with nods to modern cinema’s trend of sequels and reboots, calling it “A Non-Prequel Non-Reboot Sequel Part Two.” Much like the original Spaceballs, which was a parody of the Star Wars franchise, this upcoming film is expected to retain a humorous essence while exploring new adventures in the beloved galaxy far, far away.

Fans can expect a mix of nostalgia and fresh storytelling with returning favorite characters and new ones. The film promises to maintain the humor of the original while bringing it up to date with contemporary pop culture references.

Spaceballs was released in 1987, serving as a comedic parody of the Star Wars saga and other sci-fi classics. It gained a cult following for its clever jokes, memorable characters, and iconic scenes that lampooned science fiction tropes. After nearly 40 years, the sequel aims to rekindle that spirit with familiar faces and new adventures in the same beloved universe.