Here’s the latest I can share about Spaceballs 2: The Cap based on recent reporting.
- Title and release timing: Reports indicate the project is moving forward under a working/official title around Spaceballs 2, with a target theatrical release in 2027. Multiple outlets have noted a formal announcement and scheduling for 2027, including coverage from industry press in April 2026.[1][5]
- Key participants: Mel Brooks returns as producer, with the project also tied to Josh Gad as a writer/producer and actor, and Rick Moranis reportedly returning to reprise his iconic role. These elements have been repeatedly cited in entertainment coverage since the project was publicly revived in 2024–2025.[3][6][10]
- Status updates: Several outlets reported production milestones, including a wrap of filming in late 2025 or early 2026 and ongoing post-production discussions as of early 2026, with official confirmation of a 2027 release window reiterated in industry trade coverage.[2][5][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the exact article titles and dates from each source and summarize them in a compact timeline. I can also look up available trailers, posters, or cast confirmations as they’re officially announced. Would you like me to assemble a short timeline with citations?
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Josh Gad spoke about the 'Spaceballs' sequel, 'Spaceballs 2,' and how the wait for the film 'is gonna be worth it' while appearing on the Jan. 16 episode of Sirius XM's 'The Spotlight with Jessica…
people.comPosters for the hypothetical 'Spaceballs' sequel have started popping up in New York City.
globalnews.caThe highly anticipated sequel of the '80s cult classic starring Rick Moranis is one step closer to the big screen.
parade.comIMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV and celebrity content.
www.imdb.comGet latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Amazon MGM Studios has locked April 23, 2027 as the release date for 'Spaceballs 2'. Entertainment News 'Spaceballs 2' to Release in April 2027.
www.latestly.comIMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV and celebrity content.
www.imdb.comGet latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Amazon MGM Studios has officially unveiled the title of its long-awaited 'Spaceballs' sequel, confirming at CinemaCon in Las Vegas that the film will be called 'Spaceballs: The New One' and will release theatrically on April 23, 2027. Entertainment News 'Spaceballs 2' Officially Titled 'Spaceballs: The New One', Set for 2027 Release.
www.latestly.comI'm more excited about this than Star Wars
www.gamesradar.comRick Moranis is reportedly set to come out of retirement for the long-awaited sequel
www.the-independent.com