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Mel Brooks, who directed the original Spaceballs, insisted that his scenes for the sequel, Spaceballs: The New One, be filmed first to guarantee his character Yogurt’s appearance before his 100th birthday. Actress Daphne Zuniga confirmed at 90s Con that Brooks shot his part prior to the rest of the cast. The film features returning actors Bill Pullman, Rick Moranis, and new talents like Josh Gad and Keke Palmer. Directed by Josh Greenbaum, the movie will debut on Amazon MGM Studios in 2027.