Josh Gad and Mel Brooks Team Up for 'Spaceballs' Sequel
The long-awaited sequel to the 1987 sci-fi spoof is in development with Amazon MGM Studios.
- Josh Gad is co-writing, producing, and starring in the sequel to 'Spaceballs', alongside Mel Brooks.
- The script for the film, co-written by Gad and the team behind 'Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem', has been completed.
- Mel Brooks has been actively involved and supportive, describing the project as a long-time dream.
- The sequel was initially teased by Brooks in 2015 but gained momentum after Amazon MGM Studios' involvement.
- The film is directed by Josh Greenbaum, with Gad emphasizing the project's progress towards production.