Spaceballs (1987) — Screenplay
A mercenary and his sidekick must rescue a princess and her planet's air from a villain who wields the power of the Schwartz.
- Written by
- Mel Brooks, Ronny Graham, Thomas Meehan
- Genre
- Comedy, Science Fiction, Adventure
- Studio
- MGM
- Length
- 146 pages
A masterclass in parody, this script demonstrates how to lampoon a genre while crafting a coherent story. Its rapid-fire gags and memorable characters are anchored by a clear three-act structure, making it a great study in balancing comedy with narrative momentum.
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