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Spaceballs

Seen it?

1987 | 96 min | Comedy, Science Fiction

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

People are still talking about it, though it had middling reviews (52% on Rotten Tomatoes). A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh and sci-fi fans. If you loved Star Wars: The Force Awakens or Star Wars, start here.
The mood
Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
The pace
Breezy, at 1 hr 36 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

When the nefarious Dark Helmet hatches a plan to snatch Princess Vespa and steal her planet's air, space-bum-for-hire Lone Starr and his clueless sidekick fly to the rescue. Along the way, they meet Yogurt, who puts Lone Starr wise to the power of "The Schwartz." Can he master it in time to save the day?

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    52% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.9 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted

  • Box office & staying powerSolid

    $38 million worldwide on a $23 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactVery strong

    About 670K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Mel Brooks

  • Bill PullmanLone Starr
  • Rick MoranisDark Helmet
  • Mel BrooksPresident Skroob / Yogurt
  • John CandyBarf
  • Daphne ZunigaPrincess Vespa
  • Dick Van PattenKing Roland
  • George WynerColonel Sandurz
  • Michael WinslowRadar Technician
  • Joan RiversDot Matrix (voice)
  • Lorene Yarnell JanssonDot Matrix