Spaceballs 2 Trailer Breakdown: Everything We Know So Far

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It has been nearly four decades since we witnessed the galaxy very, very, very, very far away in full Schwartz, and Amazon MGM Studios finally dropped the trailer for Spaceballs 2 at this year’s CinemaCon. Ahead of the trailer, Mel Brooks, who co-wrote the script for the sequel, announced the title for the upcoming release in a pre-taped video.

Movie	Spaceballs: The New One
Director	Josh Greenbaum
Cast	Mel Brooks, Rick Moranis, Bill Pullman, Daphne Zuniga, George Wyner
Writers	Mel Brooks, Benji Samit, Dan Hernandez, Josh Gad
Release Date	April 23, 2027.

Although the full trailer is not available for the public to see just yet, it did tease several major sci-fi blockbusters that it intends to poke fun at in this revival. With the movie slated to debut next year, continuing the recent surge in revivals of iconic comedies and parodies, here is everything to know about the movie, including the trailer that was showcased to CinemaCon attendees.

What Happens in the Spaceballs 2 Trailer?

The trailer reportedly begins with a narration that feels reminiscent of the opening text from Star Wars before quickly unraveling into chaos. Although it does not offer a clear overview of what the overall plot will be, it still provides a solid glimpse of what to expect, as it leans heavily into parodying modern sci-fi juggernauts.

From spoofing Star Wars: The Force Awakens, complete with robots and Jedi-esque figures exploring desert landscapes and a character frozen in carbonite, to random Harry Potter-inspired characters, the new generation of cinematic giants will not be immune to the Schwartz. It also features a nod to Avatar, as Dark Helmet is joined by a Na’vi-like figure in the urinal, which prompts Helmet to deliver the line “I See You”.

It is also notably self-aware, poking fun at Hollywood’s obsession with reboot culture, with Dark Helmet literally pressing a reboot button. All in all, it seems the movie will stay true to the original’s absurdity, and given the current climate of blockbusters, we could all use the power of Schwartz.

When Is Spaceballs: The New One Releasing?

The release date for the movie was announced at CinemaCon 2026 through a pre-taped recording from Brooks, who will also serve as a producer for the movie. As of writing, the movie is slated to premiere on April 23, 2027, just months before its 40th Anniversary release.

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With Scary Movie 6 approaching its release this June, hopefully, this new surge in parodies will continue to thrive in the modern era, as we could definitely use comedies more than ever.

What Is the Plot of Spaceballs: The New One?

Amazon MGM Studios has been pretty tight-lipped about the movie’s plot, noting (via Amazon News) that the details about the story have been kept “lock, key, and an industrial-strength Schwartz shield.”

The movie has also been described as “A Non-Prequel Non-Reboot Sequel Part Two but with Reboot Elements Franchise Expansion Film”, which is exactly what fans would expect from a revival of a Mel Brooks classic. Even though there’s no breaching the Schwartz shield, going by the trailer details, expect spoof and gags focusing on a plethora of cinematic IPs, including Star Wars, Star Trek, Avatar, etc.

Spaceballs: The New One Cast Details

Many original figures from the cult classic return in this non-reboot with reboot elements, particularly Rick Moranis, who ended his years-long hiatus from Hollywood to play Lord Dark Helmet opposite Brooks’ President Skroob and Yogurt.

There are also several new additions, including Keke Palmer as Destiny and Lewis Pullman as Starburst. Here’s an overview of the cast for the upcoming sequel:

Mel Brooks as Yogurt and President Skroob
Rick Moranis as Lord Dark Helmet
Bill Pullman as Lone Starr
Daphne Zuniga as Queen Vespa
George Wyner as Colonel Sandurz
Keke Palmer as Destiny
Lewis Pullman as Starburst (Lone Starr and Vespa’s son)
Anthony Carrigan
Josh Gad

When will Spaceballs: The New One Arrive on Streaming?

Considering it is an Amazon MGM Studios production, it is fairly likely that the movie will eventually arrive on Amazon Prime Video. However, given the studio’s growing push as a major player in big-budget theatrical releases, especially after Project Hail Mary helped raise its profile, it may take some time before fans can enjoy this Spaceballs 2 revival from the comfort of their homes after its premiere.

But following Amazon MGM Studios’ theatrical trajectory with its recent hits, an educated guess can be made. For instance, titles like The Beekeeper, Challengers, and Blink Twice all took well over five months to arrive on streaming. That said, box office performance plays a huge role, as The Accountant 2 reportedly landed on Amazon Prime Video just a month after its release, following an underwhelming run.

Given the hype and nostalgia surrounding Spaceballs 2, a reasonable expectation would be for it to arrive on streaming somewhere between September and early October.

Category	Detail
Is there a trailer for Spaceballs: The New One?	While a trailer for the movie was unveiled at CinemaCon, it’s yet to be released to the public.
When is Spaceballs: The New One releasing?	April 23, 2027.
Who is starring in the sequel?	A plethora of original cast members are back alongside some newer additions, including the duo of Mel Brooks and Rick Moranis.
What is the sequel about?	Although the synopsis remains under wraps, expect it to spoof many giants in the current cinematic landscape, including Avatar, Star Wars, Star Trek, etc.
When will Spaceballs: The New One arrive on streaming?	While no streaming window has been unveiled, going by Amazon’s recent trajectory, expect this movie to drop on Prime Video in September or October.

Hopefully, this non-reboot with reboot elements will be more in line with Liam Neeson’s The Naked Gun reboot, capturing the spirit of the original while shaping it for a modern audience, and with Brooks involved, it’s reasonable to be optimistic.

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Spaceballs: The New One is slated to release on April 23, 2027.

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