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1987 · 96 min · PG

Spaceballs

Directed by Mel Brooks · Comedy, Science Fiction

Spaceballs (1987) is a Comedy film, directed by Mel Brooks set in Space. It runs 96 minutes and is rated PG.

The story unfolds through metafiction.

Composer
John Morris
Cinematography
Nick McLean
Cast
Bill PullmanRick MoranisMel BrooksJohn CandyDaphne ZunigaDick Van PattenGeorge WynerMichael Winslow

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Space
Setting
Off WorldDesert
When
Timeless

Premise & themes

Structure
Metafiction
Tone
ComedicSatirical

Shape

Protagonist
Ensemble
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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