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Amidst a desperate search for air across the galaxy, a determined Druish Princess unexpectedly teams up with a clumsy outlaw and his loyal pet. Together, they must stop the villainous Dark Helmet from carrying out a dangerous plan. Seeking guidance from the enigmatic Yogurt, they learn to wield the legendary power of "The Schwartz" to restore order and achieve unprecedented commercial success throughout the cosmos.

Amidst a desperate search for air across the galaxy, a determined Druish Princess unexpectedly teams up with a clumsy outlaw and his loyal pet. Together, they must stop the villainous Dark Helmet from carrying out a dangerous plan. Seeking guidance from the enigmatic Yogurt, they learn to wield the legendary power of "The Schwartz" to restore order and achieve unprecedented commercial success throughout the cosmos.

Does Spaceballs have end credit scenes?

No!

Spaceballs does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Spaceballs

Explore the complete cast of Spaceballs, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.


Ratings and Reviews for Spaceballs

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46

Metascore

7.6

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TMDB

68

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Full Plot Summary and Ending Explained for Spaceballs

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In a desperate attempt to restore the diminishing atmospheric reserves on Planet Spaceball, the clumsy ruler President Skroob hatches a plan to steal the breathable air from the neighboring planet Druidia. To execute this scheme, he coerces King Roland into cooperation by leveraging his authority to extract the crucial code that secures Druidia’s shield. Meanwhile, the headstrong Princess Vespa escapes her home planet to avoid an unwanted marriage to the narcoleptic Prince Valium.

Onboard Spaceball One, Colonel Sandurz leads the intervention to capture Vespa along with her devoted droid Dot Matrix, while the menacing Dark Helmet lurks nearby. As the situation unfolds, mercenary Lone Starr, along with his Mawg companion Barf, faces a grim ultimatum from Pizza the Hutt, a local crime lord, insisting they either settle their debts or suffer the consequences. When Barf questions the threat, Vinny, Pizza’s robotic assistant, darkly warns, “Pizza is gonna send out for you.”

Beseeched by King Roland, Lone Starr receives a lucrative proposition: rescue Vespa and Dot and claim a handsome reward. Using their dependable spaceship, Eagle 5, they manage to rescue the princess and her droid, making a swift escape at “Ludicrous Speed” to evade Spaceball One. However, as the Eagle 5 runs low on fuel, Lone Starr has no option but to land on a sweltering desert moon.

As they regain composure, the group meets the mysterious sage Yogurt, who resides in a magical cave and begins to teach Lone Starr about the enigmatic Schwartz, a powerful energy force that Helmet also wields. As they traverse the desert terrain, romantic feelings emerge between Lone Starr and Vespa, despite her ongoing commitment to royal alliances. Meanwhile, Barf grows increasingly uneasy due to the intense heat.

With tension escalating, the malevolent forces of Spaceballs breach the fourth wall by accessing a VHS copy of the film to locate the Eagle 5. Dark Helmet, donning a disguise as King Roland, attempts to draw Vespa and Dot away from their refuge. Preparing to confront this villain, Yogurt gifts Lone Starr a ring infused with the Schwartz’s power, gearing him for the forthcoming confrontation. Armed with this magical ability, Lone Starr braces himself for an epic clash over love, dignity, and atmospheric domination.

In a publicly disgraceful act, Dark Helmet coerces King Roland into surrendering the air shield code by threatening the very essence of Vespa’s identity—her beautiful nose job. He then imprisons Vespa and Dot in a merciless cell. However, Lone Starr and Barf devise a daring rescue operation, leading to a nail-biting escape aboard Eagle 5, abandoning their stunt doubles to face the wrath of the cold-hearted Spaceballs.

In a stunning display of technology, Spaceball One transforms into the colossal Mega-Maid, which opens the air shield and begins devouring the breath from Druidia. Yet, Lone Starr, fueled by resolve, harnesses the mystical Schwartz to reverse the flow of air, reviving the planet. Navigating the Eagle 5 into the heart of Mega-Maid, Lone Starr proves to be an exceptional pilot.

As he battles Helmet in a duel filled with clever maneuvers, their Schwartz-powered rings clash spectacularly. Helmet manages to snag Lone Starr’s ring, sending it through a grate, but a telepathic message from Yogurt reminds him that true power is found within oneself. Just as Helmet prepares to unleash a devastating strike, Lone Starr ingeniously levitates a mirror to deflect the attack, causing Helmet to stumble onto the self-destruct button. With the antagonist defeated, Lone Starr pilots the Eagle 5 to safety as Spaceball One meets its catastrophic end.

In an unexpected twist, Pizza the Hutt, that legendary glutton, succumbs to his own ravenous appetite, inadvertently consuming himself and freeing Lone Starr and Barf from their debts. With newfound freedom, the duo rejoins Vespa and Dot, while wisely resolving not to squander their good fortune.

The wreckage of Mega-Maid crashes on a remote planet populated by a tribe of talking apes, who are taken aback by the downfall of the Spaceballs. As Lone Starr and Barf continue their journey, they happen upon a diner, where they are startled by a haunting singing xenomorph. Amid the confusion, Yogurt’s enigmatic message hidden in a fortune cookie reveals that Lone Starr’s medallion signifies his royal lineage, making him viable to marry Vespa.

As the pressure mounts, Lone Starr and Barf rush to thwart Vespa’s impending marriage to Valium. Upon proclaiming his noble heritage and claiming his position as Vespa’s true partner, the narrative culminates with the lovers embarking on their adventure aboard the Eagle 5, accompanied by a final proclamation: > “May the Schwartz Be With You.”

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Official Trailer

Mel Brooks Discusses His Incredible Film Parody SPACEBALLS | TCMFF 2024

Merchandising! Merchandising!

Space Diner Scene

They've Gone to Plaid!

Funniest Spaceballs Moments | Spaceballs (1987) | MGM Studios

We're in "Now" Now

"1,2,3,4,5"

Cars Featured in Spaceballs

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Explore all cars featured in Spaceballs, including their makes, models, scenes they appear in, and their significance to the plot. A must-read for car enthusiasts and movie buffs alike.


Mercedes-Benz

2001 SEL

Volkswagen

1973

Thing Typ 181

Winnebago

1986

Chieftain

Spaceballs Themes and Keywords

Discover the central themes, ideas, and keywords that define the movie’s story, tone, and message. Analyze the film’s deeper meanings, genre influences, and recurring concepts.


parodystar wars spoofself referentialhuman in outer spacesci fi spoofwinnebagocult filmrescuespace operaplanet enclosed within shieldfilm within a filmwilhelm screamself cannibalismtitle spoken by charactershot in the groinbreaking the fourth wallgold robotlightsaberprotagonist and antagonist played by same actorsci fi parodydinerwaitressplastic surgeonmercedesmatched luggageradar jammingopening crawlvulcan nerve pinchalien spacecraftinfraredspaceballsrecursionman wears eyeglassesabsurd comedylifting a female into the airstupiditysequel baitingflamboyantringvacuum cleanerstatuelevitationbeachyawningcastleinterrupted weddingrunaway bridepizzanews broadcastfortune cookie

Spaceballs Other Names and Titles

Explore the various alternative titles, translations, and other names used for Spaceballs across different regions and languages. Understand how the film is marketed and recognized worldwide.


Balle Spaziali La folle histoire de l'espace S.O.S. - Tem um Louco Solto no Espaço Mel Brooks Spaceballs Space Balls. La Loca Historia De Las Galaxias Kosmiczne jaja S.O.S Hay un Loco Suelto en el Espacio Balle spaziali Космобольцы Avaruusboltsit Vesmírná tělesa La guerra de los Esféricos Mel Brooks' Spaceballs 스페이스 볼 Spaceballs - Mel Brooks' verrückte Raumfahrt 스페이스워즈 스페이스 워즈 La Folle Histoire de l’espace Космические яйца A Mais Louca Odisseia no Espaço Války hvězd naruby Uzay Topları La loca historia de las galaxias Űrgolyhók Космически топки Det våras för rymden שגעון בחלל Spaceballs - Rumnødderne 太空炮弹 Μπαλάκια τρίτου τύπου S.O.S.: Tem um Louco Solto no Espaço Vesmírne gule 스페이스볼 L’esbojarrada història de les galàxies Космічні яйця 星際歪傳 S.O.S: Hay un loco suelto en el espacio Kosminiai kiaušiniai Свемирске лопте 太空砲彈 スペースボール Svemirske lopte สเปซบอลล์ ละเลงจักรวาล კოსმოსური კვერცხები

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