One sequel to rule them all — Spaceballs II warps into Comic-Con
Spaceballs II, the long‑awaited sequel to the 1987 cult classic, premiered its first public appearance at Comic‑Con. The cast and crew took the stage, generating enthusiastic reactions from fans. The film marks the first continuation of the franchise in four decades.
- ▪The sequel to the 1987 cult classic Spaceballs is finally being released after about forty years.
- ▪The cast and crew presented the film at this year’s Comic‑Con, delivering a live showcase.
- ▪Audience members responded with high enthusiasm, indicating strong fan support.
- ▪The movie aims to continue the original’s parody style while updating its humor for modern audiences.
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| Original publisher | The Sydney Morning Herald |
| Canonical URL | https://www.smh.com.au/culture/one-sequel-to-rule-them-all-spaceballs-ii-warps-into-comic-con-20260725-p60ihr.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed |
| Publication time | Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:21:24 +1000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-07-25T03:25:14.399Z |
| Last seen | 2026-07-25T03:25:14.399Z |
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