Star Wars Actor John Boyega Seeks Role in Spaceballs 2 Sequel for 2027 Release

John Boyega, known for his role as Finn in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, has publicly expressed interest in joining the cast of the upcoming Spaceballs 2, a long-awaited sequel to Mel Brooks’s 1987 Star Wars parody. Speaking at Dragon Con, Boyega urged the filmmakers to call him, hoping to bring legitimacy and a fresh dynamic to the sequel, which already includes original cast members like Bill Pullman, Rick Moranis, and Mel Brooks, alongside new additions such as Keke Palmer and Lewis Pullman. Spaceballs 2, directed by Josh Greenbaum and co-written by Josh Gad, targets a 2027 release and is being produced by MGM, now under Amazon. Boyega's involvement would continue Brooks's tradition of casting actors connected to the franchises being spoofed, potentially adding meta humor given Boyega's Star Wars background. Boyega has also candidly discussed his mixed experiences with the Star Wars fandom, particularly regarding racial issues, which may influence his appeal for a role that could offer a better character arc or clever references to the Disney trilogy. While details of the sequel's plot remain scarce, the film is described as a "Non-Prequel Non-Reboot Sequel Part Two but with Reboot Elements Franchise Expansion Film," promising a blend of nostalgia and new storytelling.