Filming for the Hollywood sequel Spaceballs 2 has been underway on North Head in Manly, with production vehicles and crew activity observed across the area.
Filming Activity In Manly
A location shoot for Spaceballs 2 took place on North Head, with film trucks, vans and catering vehicles positioned in the Barracks Precinct. Additional production vehicles were seen along Darley Road near the former Manly Hospital site. Signs for crew and extras were placed at the entrance to Bluefish Road. Swampland and bushland inside Sydney Harbour National Park were used for selected scenes.
The activity follows earlier filming at Turimetta Beach in Warriewood in early October. Principal photography for the sequel began on 16 September 2025.
Background Of The Sequel
The film continues the universe introduced in the 1987 original. Returning cast members include Mel Brooks, Rick Moranis, Bill Pullman, Daphne Zuniga and George Wyner. They are joined by Josh Gad, Keke Palmer, Lewis Pullman and Anthony Carrigan.
Development for the sequel moved forward after the 2024 announcement that the project was officially underway, followed by casting updates through mid-2025.
Filming Wrap And Project Updates
Filming concluded by 1 December 2025. Public posts from cast and crew marked the production wrap, including images from a celebration attended by several of the film’s returning and new cast members.
Josh Gad reflected on the production’s pace and the long process leading to the sequel’s creation. Daphne Zuniga also noted the experience of working again with co-stars almost four decades after the first film.
Manly’s Role In Location Filming
The film’s team indicated that about half of the project would be filmed on location to support key story elements. Sydney sites, including Manly, have formed part of this plan.
Cinematography, design, costuming, makeup and special effects departments all contributed to the Sydney shoot. Multiple production companies involved in the project supported the work.
Community Reaction
Online responses to wrap announcements show strong interest from long-time fans. Comments highlighted enthusiasm for the return of Rick Moranis, the involvement of Mel Brooks, and anticipation for how the sequel may approach new franchise parodies.
Release Timeline
Spaceballs 2 is scheduled for release in 2027, with post-production expected to continue throughout 2026.
Published 3-Dec-2025
