CinemaCon Unveils 'Spaceballs: The New One' Worldwide
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Las Vegas. At CinemaCon on Wednesday, Amazon MGM and filmmakers previewed the long-awaited Spaceballs sequel, unveiling its title 'Spaceballs: The New One' and confirming a theatrical release for April 23, 2027. Director Josh Greenbaum and cast members Bill Pullman, Rick Moranis, Josh Gad and Keke Palmer participated in pre-taped segments and on-stage appearances. Las Vegas this week: Mel Brooks announced the title in a pre-recorded message, joking about not attending because he was 'seeing Phish at the Sphere,' while a sizzle reel referenced Amazon's acquisition of MGM and opened the vault. Rick Moranis' stage moments were staged gags with interruptions; studios signaled marketing and distribution plans following the announcement.
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Timeline of Events
- CinemaCon presentation features a sizzle reel referencing studio consolidations and Amazon MGM.
- Mel Brooks delivers a pre-recorded message announcing the title 'Spaceballs: The New One.'
- Cast members including Rick Moranis, Bill Pullman and Josh Gad appear in pre-taped and live segments.
- Director Josh Greenbaum describes the project and participates in the CinemaCon presentation.
- News outlets report the title and confirm a theatrical release date of April 23, 2027.
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- The return of 'Spaceballs' is a nostalgic treat for fans. It's a chance to revisit a beloved comedy classic with a fresh twist. If you're a fan, mark April 23, 2027, on your calendar. And if you haven't seen the original, now's a great time to catch up.
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Amazon MGM Studios, its distribution partners and affiliated marketers benefited from renewed franchise interest, increased publicity and potential box-office and merchandising revenue tied to the announced April 23, 2027 theatrical release.
Smaller competing theatrical releases and independent films may face stiffer competition for audience attention and exhibition space when the franchise-driven tentpole arrives.
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