Returning Legends and Fresh Faces
The cast list is a blend of nostalgia and new blood.
Rick Moranis returns as Dark Helmet, marking one of his rare live-action appearances since stepping back from Hollywood in the 1990s.
Bill Pullman and Daphne Zuniga are also confirmed to return as Lone Starr and Princess Vespa.
Original cast member George Wyner is back as Colonel Sanders.
New additions include Anthony Carrigan, Keke Palmer, Lewis Pullman, and several other fresh faces.
Together, the lineup suggests that Spaceballs 2 will be both a love letter to the fans who grew up with the 1987 original and a reintroduction for new audiences.
Why Film in Australia?
Australia has become a hub for major productions, thanks to generous tax incentives, world-class studio facilities, and diverse filming locations. By choosing Sydney’s Disney Studios and surrounding areas, the production team gets access to both controlled soundstage environments and scenic backdrops.
According to reports, about half the film will be shot on location, while the rest will be completed in studio sets, a balance that mirrors the original’s blend of space adventure and absurd parody.
The Legacy of Spaceballs
The first Spaceballs (1987) skewered Star Wars, Star Trek, and just about every sci-fi blockbuster of the era. From Dark Helmet’s oversized headgear to Yogurt’s merchandising gags, it became a cult classic beloved by fans who wanted their epic space battles with a side of silliness.
For years, the running joke was that a sequel would be called Spaceballs 2: The Search for More Money. Now, the joke has become reality, though this time the budget, talent, and momentum suggest something bigger than just a punchline.
For fans, this isn’t just another reboot or cash-grab sequel. It’s the return of a film that many grew up quoting, rewatching, and bonding over. Seeing Rick Moranis suit up again, hearing Mel Brooks back in Yogurt’s robes, and watching a new generation of comedians step into this parody universe feels like a rare chance to laugh at space again.
Special Note
On a personal level, Spaceballs has always been one of those movies I couldn’t get enough of. I’ve seen it so many times I know every beat, and it’s a film that bonded me with my husband. At one point, I even bought him a Spaceballs 2 t-shirt as a joke, never expecting the sequel would actually happen.
Now it’s real. And when that theatrical release finally comes, I’ll be in the front row, popcorn in hand, grinning like it’s 1987 all over again.
