History of Spaceballs in Timeline
Spaceballs, a 1987 Mel Brooks film, is a comedic parody of the original Star Wars trilogy and other sci-fi/fantasy franchises. The movie follows mercenary pilot Lone Starr (Bill Pullman) and his Mog partner Barf (John Candy) as they attempt to rescue Princess Vespa (Daphne Zuniga) from the evil Spaceballs, led by President Skroob (Mel Brooks) and his second-in-command, Dark Helmet (Rick Moranis). The Spaceballs are trying to steal all of Planet Druidia's air. The film is filled with slapstick humor, meta-references, and spoofs of iconic scenes from various films.
1914: Dinks Perform "Colonel Bogey March"
In the movie Spaceballs, the Dinks (based on the Jawas) parody The Bridge on the River Kwai by performing the 1914 marching song "Colonel Bogey March," singing "Dink" repeatedly.
1979: Parody of Alien
In Spaceballs, John Hurt makes a cameo appearance, parodying his character Gilbert Kane's death in the film Alien from 1979.
June 24, 1987: Spaceballs Film Release
On June 24, 1987, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) released the film Spaceballs.
1987: Spaceballs wins Worst Picture at the Stinkers Bad Movie Awards
In 1987, Spaceballs won Worst Picture at the Stinkers Bad Movie Awards.
February 1988: Spaceballs Released on VHS and LaserDisc
In February 1988, Spaceballs was initially released on VHS and LaserDisc.
1988: Eagle 5 model displayed at Chicago museum
In the summer of 1988, the Eagle 5 model made for Spaceballs, along with other special effects artifacts, was displayed at Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry.
April 25, 2000: DVD Release of Spaceballs
On April 25, 2000, Spaceballs was first released on DVD, featuring a "making of..." documentary and a collectible booklet.
2001: Referenced 2001: A Space Odyssey
In 1987, Spaceballs, a space opera parody film co-written, produced, and directed by Mel Brooks, parodies the movie 2001: A Space Odyssey.
May 3, 2005: Spaceballs "Collectors Edition" DVD Release
On May 3, 2005, the "Collectors Edition" of Spaceballs was released on DVD, including the documentary and a video conversation with Brooks and Thomas Meehan.
2006: Release of Spaceballs Soundtrack Anniversary Edition
In 2006, La-La Land Records released Spaceballs – The 19th Anniversary Edition CD, featuring the film's score along with bonus tracks of alternate takes and unused tracks.
August 7, 2012: Spaceballs "25th Anniversary Edition" Blu-ray Release
On August 7, 2012, the "25th Anniversary Edition" of Spaceballs was released on Blu-ray, containing bonus features from the 2005 DVD release and a new featurette.
2013: Moranis Discussed Spaceballs Sequel
In a 2013 interview, Rick Moranis said that he and Mel Brooks discussed a potential sequel, with Moranis pitching the title Spaceballs III: The Search for Spaceballs II.
February 2015: Brooks Expressed Interest in Spaceballs Sequel
In February 2015, Mel Brooks stated his desire to make a sequel to Spaceballs and hoped that Rick Moranis would reprise his role.
December 11, 2018: Auction of Eagle 5 Model
On December 11, 2018, a 1⁄12-scale model of the Winnebago, Eagle 5, from Spaceballs, created by special effects designer Grant McCune, was auctioned.
February 2020: Pullman Discussed Potential Spaceballs Sequel
In February 2020, Bill Pullman commented that the decision to make a Spaceballs sequel was up to Mel Brooks.
April 12, 2021: Spaceballs Ultra HD Blu-ray Edition Release
On April 12, 2021, Kino Lorber released an Ultra HD Blu-ray edition of Spaceballs, including all special features from previous home video releases.
2023: Max Brooks Reveals Yogurt Doll Possession
In 2023, Max Brooks revealed that he is in possession of the Yogurt doll used in the merchandise scene of the film Spaceballs.
June 2024: Spaceballs Sequel in Early Development
As of June 2024, a sequel to Spaceballs is in the early stages of development, with an anticipated release in 2027.
June 2024: Spaceballs Sequel in Development at Amazon MGM Studios
In June 2024, it was announced that a Spaceballs sequel is in early development at Amazon MGM Studios with Josh Gad attached to star and co-produce. Josh Greenbaum is set to direct, with a script from Benji Samit, Dan Hernandez, and Gad. Mel Brooks will reprise his role as Yogurt.
March 15, 2025: Gad Discussed the Spaceballs sequel on The Rich Eisen Show
On March 15, 2025, Josh Gad discussed the upcoming Spaceballs sequel and his experience working with Mel Brooks on The Rich Eisen Show.
2027: Anticipated Release of Spaceballs Sequel
As of June 2024, a sequel to Spaceballs is in the early stages of development, with an anticipated release in 2027.
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