After Decades, 'Spaceballs 2' Wraps Filming—Josh Gad Shares Exciting Update

Filming for the eagerly anticipated follow-up to the 1987 sci-fi comedy classic 'Spaceballs' has finally concluded. On 1st December, actor Josh Gad—who co‑wrote, produced and also stars in the new film—revealed the happy news on social media with a joyous behind‑the-scenes photo, proclaiming, "I cannot believe we are here…This is an official picture wrap for #Spaceballs2." For fans who have been waiting decades for this sequel, the news is a significant milestone. It also rekindles interest in the return of an intergalactic satire that helped define comedy in the 1980s.

From Cult Classic to New Chapter: Spaceballs' Legacy and the Road to the Sequel

With its absurdist humour, spoof of space opera clichés, and iconic characters like Yogurt and Lord Dark Helmet, the 1987 film 'Spaceballs,' directed by comedy genius Mel Brooks, became a cult classic. For decades, fans speculated about a sequel—but creative and studio difficulties kept those aspirations alive only in whispers. That all changed in 2024 when Gad allegedly approached Brooks about going back to the universe, which gave the project fresh life.

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The sequel, now known as 'Spaceballs 2,' has gathered together a mix of veteran actors and new faces, with official production confirmed in mid-2025. As announced earlier this year, actor-comedian Gad, Keke Palmer, Lewis Pullman (Bill Pullman's son), and original cast members Rick Moranis (returning as Lord Dark Helmet), Bill Pullman, and Daphne Zuniga are all set to join the intergalactic adventure.

Director Josh Greenbaum, who replaces Brooks, is in charge of the project behind the camera. Gad, Benji Samit, and Dan Hernandez wrote the script. The idea is to give new chuckles and contemporary production values while maintaining the parody-driven ethos of the original.

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Casting, Sequel Vision and What's Next for Fans

Gad praised the whole cast and crew for making the long-awaited sequel a reality in his wrap announcement, calling the movie "the greatest creative experience of my entire life." He praised the director, cinematographer, costume, and art departments in particular, calling Moranis’s comeback "legendary." 

While narrative specifics remain securely under wraps, 'Spaceballs 2' is marketed not as a reboot or mere remake, but as a "true sequel"—a "non‑prequel, non‑reboot sequel part two" that expands the 'Spaceballs' universe while keeping the parodies and humorous satire audiences enjoyed.

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The film is currently eyeing a theatrical release in 2027, a nod to the 40th anniversary of the original classic. Until then, fans can expect teases and updates from Amazon MGM Studios, the movie’s distributor and producing company. Expectations are high because of the combination of the original cast, new talent, and cautious creative stewardship.

Many hope the sequel plays up to the spirit of the original—delivering irreverent comedy, wacky characters, and possibly a few allusions to contemporary pop‑culture. Gad certainly seems confident, promising a film that honours legacy while carving its own path. 

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