Mel Brooks Announces 'Spaceballs' Sequel Title: 'The New One'

The long-awaited follow-up to the 1987 sci-fi parody will reunite the original cast and add new faces.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 4:52am

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A striking abstract composition of jagged geometric shapes and bold black silhouettes, conceptually representing the comedic sci-fi world of 'Spaceballs' without using any text or literal imagery.The iconic 'Spaceballs' franchise returns with a new chapter, promising more irreverent sci-fi parody and Mel Brooks' signature comedic flair.Las Vegas Today

Legendary comedian Mel Brooks has officially announced the title of the upcoming sequel to his 1987 sci-fi parody film 'Spaceballs.' In a pre-taped video message played at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Brooks revealed the sequel will be called 'Spaceballs: The New One' and will feature the return of original cast members Rick Moranis, George Wyner, Daphne Zuniga, and Bill Pullman, along with new additions Josh Gad, Keke Palmer, Lewis Pullman, and Anthony Carrigan.

Why it matters

The 'Spaceballs' franchise has maintained a devoted cult following over the past 38 years, and the announcement of a long-awaited sequel has generated significant excitement among fans of the original film's irreverent humor and affectionate parody of classic sci-fi tropes.

The details

The sequel, which is being produced by Amazon MGM, will once again be directed by Josh Greenbaum from a script co-written by Josh Gad, Benji Samit, and Dan Hernandez. While plot details are being kept tightly under wraps, the film is expected to continue the original's tradition of spoofing popular sci-fi franchises like 'Star Wars,' 'Star Trek,' and 'Alien.' The sequel is slated for release on April 23, 2027.

  • Mel Brooks announced the 'Spaceballs' sequel title in a pre-taped video message played at CinemaCon in Las Vegas on April 16, 2026.
  • The original 'Spaceballs' film was released in 1987.

The players

Mel Brooks

The 99-year-old comedy legend who co-wrote, directed, and starred in the original 'Spaceballs' film in 1987.

Rick Moranis

The actor who portrayed the villainous Lord Dark Helmet in the original 'Spaceballs' and is set to reprise the role in the sequel.

Josh Gad

The actor and writer who is joining the 'Spaceballs' sequel cast and co-writing the script.

Josh Greenbaum

The director known for films like 'Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar' and 'Will & Harper,' who is helming the 'Spaceballs' sequel.

Amazon MGM

The production company behind the 'Spaceballs' sequel, which is keeping plot details tightly under wraps.

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What they’re saying

“Thirty-eight years ago, there was only one 'Star Wars' trilogy. But since then there have been … a prequel trilogy, a sequel trilogy, a sequel to the prequel, a prequel to the sequel, countless TV spinoffs, a movie spinoff of the TV spinoff, which is both a prequel and a sequel […] But in 38 years, there has only ever been one 'Spaceballs.' Until now…”

— Mel Brooks

The takeaway

The announcement of a 'Spaceballs' sequel has rekindled excitement among fans of the original film's irreverent and affectionate parody of classic sci-fi tropes. With the return of beloved characters and the addition of new faces, the sequel promises to deliver more of the signature Mel Brooks humor that made the original a cult classic.