Spaceballs: The Animated Series

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  • TV-14
  • 2008
  • 1 Season
  • 4.2  (1,077)

Spaceballs: The Animated Series is a 2008 animated show from G4 that is based on the 1987 science fiction comedy film, Spaceballs. The show is a collaboration between Mel Brooks, the creator of the film, and G4, the network that aired it. The show follows the same characters as the film and is set in space. It features the voice talents of many of the actors who appeared in the movie, including Mel Brooks (President Skroob), Daphne Zuniga (Princess Vespa), and Joan Rivers (Dot Matrix).

The Spaceballs story takes place in the future when Lord Dark Helmet is plotting to destroy planet Druidia. President Skroob, his boss, sends him and his henchmen on a mission to steal the planet's air supply. A group of heroes led by Lone Starr and his sidekick Barf, along with Princess Vespa and her robot maid Dot Matrix, set out to rescue the air supply and save the planet. In the animated series, these characters return to space for more hilarious adventures.

The animated show sticks closely to the original film's style and humor. The episodes are full of slapstick comedy, visual gags, and verbal puns. The show follows the backstories of the characters as they go on new adventures that are not in the original movie. The animation is colorful and fun, with many of the original designs from the film being reused. The show explores the characters from the film more deeply, giving them more personality than the original movie.

Mel Brooks voices two of the main characters, President Skroob and Yogurt, the wise, old man who gives Lone Starr the Schwartz Ring, a powerful tool used in the movie. Daphne Zuniga voices Princess Vespa, while Rino Romano voices Lone Starr, the captain of the Eagle 5 ship. Tino Insana voices Barf the mog, Lone Starr's sidekick, who is half-man, half-dog. Dee Bradley Baker voices Dot Matrix, who has been programmed to serve Princess Vespa and is considered her best friend.

The show's episodes are filled with pop culture references, references to classic science fiction films, and jokes about modern-day culture. The show's humor is similar to that of the original movie, with silly, outrageous comedy that is meant to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages. The show is full of physical humor and slapstick, as well as wordplay, puns, and witty one-liners.

The show's main characters go on different missions, deal with evil villains, and conquer difficult tasks. They also face many new challenges in space, including battles with giant robots, aliens, and other strange creatures. The show's episodes are filled with action, adventure, and humor, and are sure to entertain any Spaceballs or Mel Brooks fans.

One of the most notable features of the animated series is the return of Joan Rivers, who voiced Dot Matrix in the original movie. She brings her signature brand of humor to the show, making her character one of the funniest and most memorable in the series. Her jokes are edgy and relevant, just like her stand-up comedy, and she adds another layer of humor to the show.

In conclusion, Spaceballs: The Animated Series is a fun and silly show that is sure to entertain fans of the original movie. The show's humor is witty and outrageous, with lots of physical humor and verbal gags. The show's animation is colorful and lively, with new adventures and challenges for the main characters. The show is a great addition to the Spaceballs franchise, and it is sure to delight fans of the movie and anyone looking for a good laugh.

Spaceballs: The Animated Series is a series that ran for 1 seasons (15 episodes) between September 21, 2008 and on G4

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Spidermawg
15. Spidermawg
November 2, 2008
Barf is bitten by an alien spider and transforms into the newest superhero, Spidermawg, half man, half dog,...
Druidian Idol
14. Druidian Idol
October 26, 2008
Desperate for money, Lone Starr and Princess Vespa use Barf and Dot Matrix to try to outfox each other and win...
Deep Ship
13. Deep Ship
October 26, 2008
The Spaceballs are rightside down and up to their ankles in "Deep Ship" when a star cruise set up to kidnap...
The Skroobinator
12. The Skroobinator
October 19, 2008
Up for re-election and way behind in the polls, Skroob and Dark Helmet travel back to Earth 1984 to kill his...
Fishfinger
11. Fishfinger
October 19, 2008
President Skroob hatches an evil plan to take over the galaxy's fish supply.
Spaceballs of the Caribbean
10. Spaceballs of the Caribbean
October 12, 2008
Up for re-election and way behind in the polls, Skroob and Dark Helmet travel back to Earth 1984 to kill his opponent's great, great, great, great... grandmother.
Mighty Meteor
9. Mighty Meteor
October 12, 2008
Skroob stages a phony "free body scan" to steal Yogurt's gall bladder -- the source of all his Schwartz!
Hairy Putter
8. Hairy Putter
October 5, 2008
The Spaceballs are invited back to Mawgwart's for the annual golf tournament.
Outbreak
7. Outbreak
October 5, 2008
President Skroob and Dark Helmet concoct an evil scheme to take over the universe by selling a pestilent soft...
Watch Your Assic Park
6. Watch Your Assic Park
September 21, 2008
Skroob uses advanced pseudoscience to "enhance" his favorite athletes with dinosaur DNA, so his teams can...
Grand Theft Starship
5. Grand Theft Starship
September 21, 2008
Lone Starr is addicted to a new video game, Grand Theft Starship, and Vespa is jealous. After some frustrated...
Lord of the Onion Rings
4. Lord of the Onion Rings
September 21, 2008
When Barf accidentally unearths the mighty, evil Onion Ring, Skroob sends Dark Helmet and his minions after...
Revenge of the Sithee
3. Revenge of the Sithee
September 21, 2008
In the first episode, we learn how Dark Helmet became who he is today as they parody the newest Star Wars films.
Pilot Part 2: The Schwartz Strikes Back
2. Pilot Part 2: The Schwartz Strikes Back
September 21, 2008
King Roland hires Lone Starr and Barf to rescue Princess Vespa. After a battle with Dark Helmet, they successfully save the princess and get the air back from Planet Druidia.
Pilot Part 1: The Avenge of Dark Helmet
1. Pilot Part 1: The Avenge of Dark Helmet
September 21, 2008
Dark Helmet kidnaps Princess Vespa so he can blackmail her father, King Roland, into giving up the planet's air. Dark Helmet wants to steal the air to save his own planet, Planet Spaceballs, run by the fiendish President Skroob.
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Where to Watch Spaceballs: The Animated Series
Spaceballs: The Animated Series is available for streaming on the G4 website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Spaceballs: The Animated Series on demand at Amazon and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    September 21, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    4.2  (1,077)