HBO Max Users Only Have A Week To Watch An Iconic Cult Sci-Fi Before It’s Gone Again

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Everyone agrees this movie is hilarious – it’s a truly outrageous and clever parody that’s hard to beat. It’s considered a classic alongside films like Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Galaxy Quest, and Blazing Saddles, and it’s definitely worth watching. Good news – it’s available on HBO Max until November 30th!

The movie Spaceballs takes the classic Star Wars story and turns it completely upside down. While you’ll definitely recognize the basic plot, it quickly becomes something totally unique and hilarious. The story is just as crazy as it sounds: in a faraway galaxy, the planet Spaceball is running out of air, and they need a product called Perri-Air to survive. Desperate, their leader, President Skroob, sends the villainous Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa of the air-filled planet Druidia, hoping to trade her for air. Luckily, the Princess is rescued by the daring space pilot Lone Starr and his loyal, half-man, half-dog sidekick, Barf, and their plan actually works!

Do Yourself A Favor And Don’t Miss Out On The Opportunity To Watch It

Mel Brooks’s movie playfully spoofs popular space films from the past ten years, blending the most ridiculous elements into a consistently funny package, according to Cathy Burke of United Press International. It’s intentionally over-the-top and relies on physical comedy, which is perfect for this type of film – and perhaps why some critics weren’t impressed. Michael H. Price, for example, felt the movie lacked substance, calling it a pointless repeat of the style Brooks used successfully in Blazing Saddles thirteen years prior. While we don’t share that view, everyone is entitled to their opinion.

Look, let’s be real, Spaceballs is just wonderfully silly, and that’s precisely why I love it. If you’re looking for something to put on after Thanksgiving dinner, while you’re enjoying a slice of pie, you absolutely should watch it. Plus, the cast for the sequel they’ve been talking about for ages has finally been announced, which is exciting!

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2025-11-23 16:09