The Best Rick Moranis Movies, Ranked

With Amazon MGM Studios officially greenlighting aSpaceballs sequel for 2027, fans are thrilled to see Rick Moranis returning to the big screen. The beloved actor, who has been largely absent from Hollywood for years, is set to reprise his iconic role as Dark Helmet — a performance that remains one of his funniest. In honor of his comeback, we’re looking back at the best Rick Moranis movies, ranked, celebrating the comedic genius that made him a household name.

6.Parenthood (1989)

Moranis shines as Nathan Huffner, an overachieving, slightly neurotic dad determined to raise a genius. His deadpan humor provides a perfect counterbalance to the chaos of this heartfelt ensemble comedy.

I always forget that Parenthood has the reverse of that one scene from Love Actually where Rick Moranis’ wife uses flash cards to divorce himpic.twitter.com/yE3xTF0yel

— Daniel M. Lavery (@daniel_m_lavery)March 20, 2024

5.Strange Brew (1983)

In his feature film debut, Moranis plays one half of the bumbling McKenzie brothers. This Canadian cult classic is packed with absurd humor and showcases his early comedic brilliance.

Time to celebrate Rick Moranis’ birthday with a screening of Strange Brew….pic.twitter.com/jcBwPXD1iN

— Your Canadian GirlFriend (@YourCanadianGF)April 19, 2024

4.Ghostbusters (1984)

As the nerdy and loveable Louis Tully, Rick Moranis steals nearly every scene he’s in. His transformation into the “Keymaster” remains one of the funniest moments in the film.

Rick Moranis in Ghostbusters 2 is genuinely peak male formpic.twitter.com/zOhszZ7bof

— 𝔀𝓮𝓷𝓭𝔂 🌎💞🌺 (@p1eak1ey)June 23, 2024

3.Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989)

This family favorite solidified Moranis as a household name. As inventor Wayne Szalinski, he brings heart and humor to a sci-fi comedy that inspired an entire franchise.

Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989)- Nick Is Almost Eatenpic.twitter.com/61bh4Yygwz

— Horror4Kids (@horror4kids)September 17, 2023

2.Spaceballs (1987)

In Mel Brooks’ iconicStar Wars parody, Moranis delivers a hilarious performance as the villainous yet clueless Dark Helmet. It’s one of his most quotable roles.

Yes! Rick Moranis has signed to come out of retirement to reprise his role as Dark Helmet. It wouldn’t be a “Spaceballs” movie without him. Also coming back are Bill Pullman, Daphne Zuniga, George Wyner & (of course) the great Mel Brooks.#Spaceballs#Movie#popmarketpic.twitter.com/XnfZm3jtM8

— popmarket (@popmarketShop)September 25, 2025

1.Little Shop of Horrors (1986)

Moranis’ turn as shy florist Seymour is his best work. Balancing musical numbers, slapstick, and genuine emotion, he made this cult musical a timeless classic.

i love it when he’s holding plants and he’s not in little shop of horrors. go rick moranis hold that plantpic.twitter.com/PlrzMM5HIN

— kitkat! (@reptilepilled)September 22, 2025

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