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John Boyega wants to star in the ultimate 'Star Wars' parody, and he has his reasons

John Boyega has expressed his desire to participate in the highly anticipated sequel to the sci-fi comedy Spaceballs, despite having concluded his role as Finn in the popular Star Wars saga. During his appearance at Dragon Con, Boyega revealed that he has not yet been contacted for the project, but hopes that the producers of Spaceballs 2 will consider him: “My phone hasn’t rung yet, so I have to come here and just say it. They could pick up the phone and give me a call. Let me make Spaceballs a reality,” he commented

John Boyega has expressed his desire to participate in the highly anticipated sequel to the science fiction comedy Spaceballs, despite having concluded his role as Finn in the popular Star Wars saga. During his appearance at Dragon Con, Boyega revealed that he has not yet been contacted for the project, but hopes that the producers of Spaceballs 2 will consider him: “My phone hasn’t rung yet, so I have to come here and just say it. They could pick up the phone and give me a call. Let me make Spaceballs real”, the actor commented.

The Return of Cascoscuro

Spaceballs 2 was recently announced and is scheduled to be released in 2027, almost 40 years after the original was released in 1987. The first installment, directed by Mel Brooks, became an instant classic by parodying not only Star Wars but also other iconic franchises like Star Trek and Transformers. The plot follows the mercenary Lone Star, played by Bill Pullman, and his alien sidekick Barf, who was played by John Candy, as they attempt to rescue Princess Vespa from the clutches of the Spaceballs.

The cast of the sequel will once again feature actors from the original film, including Bill Pullman, Rick Moranis, Daphne Zuniga, and Mel Brooks himself. Additionally, new cast members will join, such as Lewis Pullman, Bill Pullman’s son, in the role of Starburst, as well as Keke Palmer and Josh Gad. Meanwhile, uncertainty remains about Boyega’s future in Star Wars, as, unlike his co-star Daisy Ridley, there are no confirmed plans for his return as Finn in new installments.

With Spaceballs 2 finally on the way, fans of comedy and science fiction can expect another dose of academic humor and cultural references that have defined the franchise since its inception.

After 40 years, Mel Brooks returns as Yogurt in this highly anticipated sequel

Mel Brooks will return as Yogurt, the iconic character that parodies Yoda, in the highly anticipated sequel to Spaceballs, as announced by Amazon. This new installment marks the return of the legendary filmmaker and comedian after 40 years since the original, which was released in 1987. In addition to his acting, Brooks is involved in production alongside Brian Grazer, Jeb Brody, and co-writer Josh Gad, ensuring an authentic connection to the original film. No-Prequel No-Reboot Still without an official title, the sequel promises to be a satire of the growth of Hollywood film franchises, referencing expansions of iconic […]

Mel Brooks will return as Yogurt, the iconic character that parodies Yoda, in the highly anticipated sequel to Spaceballs, as announced by Amazon. This new installment marks the return of the legendary filmmaker and comedian after 40 years since the original, which was released in 1987. In addition to his acting, Brooks is involved in the production alongside Brian Grazer, Jeb Brody, and co-writer Josh Gad, ensuring an authentic connection to the original film.

No-Prequel No-Reboot

Still without an official title, the sequel promises to be a satire of the growth of Hollywood film franchises, referencing expansions of iconic sagas like Star Wars, Marvel, and DC. In a promotional video, Brooks jokes about how Hollywood has evolved over these nearly four decades, highlighting the phenomenon of franchise cinema that has dominated the industry. Thirty-eight years ago, there was only one Star Wars trilogy, the text in the video begins, which then mocks the numerous continuations and spin-offs that have emerged since then.

Gad has commented that Brooks is incredibly involved in the creative process, making the sequel a tribute not only to Spaceballs but to the entire career of the director. In a humorous twist, Gad revealed that Brooks is not aware of many of the recent Star Wars releases, which adds a fresh and somewhat bewildering approach to this new work. After a meeting where Gad presented the concept of the sequel, Brooks indicated that he was impressed by the direction the project was taking.

The movie will be released in 2027 and will be described as A No-Prequel No-Reboot Sequel Part Two but with Reboot Elements, suggesting a bold and creative exploration of the concepts of continuity in modern cinema.