Josh Gad needed to placed on a present for a comedy legend … revealing he ran Mel Brooks by way of the current “Star Wars” sequels whereas pitching a “Spaceballs” sequel.

The actor advised the story on a current episode of the “Let’s Discuss Off Digicam” podcast, hosted by Kelly Ripa … explaining Mel’s very concerned in a “Spaceballs” sequel.

Gad says after they pitched their authentic idea, Mel advised them he wanted them to clarify the more moderen films to him … and requested Gad to not go away at any element.

JG says he then launched right into a 40-minute rationalization … likening himself to a fight vet going to battle in entrance of 1 individual — closely sweating, nailing each line and beat and explaining each comedic set piece.

Gad says when he completed Mel advised him it “actually sounds such as you’ve received your finger on the heart beat!’” … a praise Josh says is the best he is ever gotten.

Information of Gad producing, writing and starring within the “Spaceballs” sequel broke earlier this yr … and, Gad confirmed in November that they’ve already completed a primary draft of the script.

If you do not know … the unique “Spaceballs” got here out in 1987 and parodied the “Star Wars” universe. It starred Invoice Pullman, Daphne Zuniga, John Sweet, Rick Moranis and Brooks himself. .