Spaceballs: The Animated Series

Spaceballs: The Animated Series (2008)

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Spaceballs: The Animated Series, also known as Spaceballs: The Series, is an animated television series that premiered in 2008 on G4 and Canada's Super Channel, and is loosely based on the parody science fiction film Spaceballs.

Similarly to how the original film parodied the original Star Wars films and the Star Trek universe, each episode of the series parodies a different film or other aspect ofpopular culture, such as the Star Wars prequel trilogy, The Lord of the Rings, or the Grand Theft Auto video games.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13SpidermawgNov 2, 2008
S01E12Druidian IdolOct 26, 2008
S01E11Deep ShipOct 26, 2008
S01E10The SkroobinatorOct 19, 2008
S01E09FishfingerOct 19, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Spaceballs: The Animated Series premiere?

Spaceballs: The Animated Series premiered on September 21, 2008.

What is the show based on?

The show is based on the 1987 film, Spaceballs.

Who are the main characters in the show?

The main characters in the show include Lone Starr, Princess Vespa, Barf, Dark Helmet, and Yogurt.

Who voiced the character of Princess Vespa?

The character of Princess Vespa was voiced by actress Mel Brooks' real-life daughter, Stephanie Brooks.

What is the premise of Spaceballs: The Animated Series?

The show follows Lone Starr and his crew as they continue their adventures in space.

Why was the show created so many years after the original movie release?

The show was created as a parody to coincide with the release of the Star Wars prequel trilogy.

Who created the original Spaceballs movie?

The original Spaceballs movie was created by Mel Brooks.

How many episodes were in the first season of Spaceballs: The Animated Series?

The first season of Spaceballs: The Animated Series had 13 episodes.

Who wrote the script for the show?

Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan wrote the script for the show.

What is the theme song for the show?

The theme song for the show is an instrumental version of the original Spaceballs movie theme song.

Was the show a critical and commercial success?

The show received mixed reviews from critics and had low ratings, leading to its cancellation after one season.

What are some similarities between the show and the original movie?

The show maintains many of the original movie's characters, parodies, and humor.

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Also known as

  • Mel Brooks' Spaceballs

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