Mel Brooks Filmed 'Spaceballs: The New One' Scenes First Due to Age

• Mel Brooks, aged 100, directed and filmed his scenes for 'Spaceballs: The New One' first.
• Brooks insisted on this to ensure his character Yogurt was included in the movie.
• The sequel reunites Brooks with Rick Moranis and Bill Pullman, and adds Keke Palmer and Lewis Pullman to the cast.
• 'Spaceballs: The New One' is scheduled for release in theaters on April 23, 2027.
• Brooks worked with the writers on the sequel and is a significant influence on the project.