Attention all fans of Shrek! Exciting update! DreamWorks Animation has recently revealed that Shrek and Fiona will be making a comeback to the cinema in Shrek 5!
Shrek 5! 2026. The original cast returns!
Make sure to save the date of July 1st, 2026, as it marks the 25th year since the release of the original Shrek film. Prepare yourself for a new and funny journey brimming with the iconic charm of Shrek.
This news is fantastic for fans eagerly anticipating more Shrek entertainment after Shrek Forever After was released in 2010. The original voice actors will also be returning! Mike Myers will reprise his role as the cantankerous yet endearing Shrek, Cameron Diaz will portray the strong and fantastic Fiona once more, and Eddie Murphy will be back as the perpetually amusing Donkey.
New film AND theme park adventures!
This recent movie was kept under wraps until now. During the promotion of another movie, Eddie Murphy unintentionally revealed a secret. He stated he was writing dialogue for an upcoming Shrek film, which sparked the spread of rumors. Now it's confirmed, and everyone is thrilled!
Shrek has expanded beyond being just a series of films. It's a cultural sensation in pop culture! Short films, a complete TV show filled with fairytale enjoyment, and a successful Broadway musical are all available. You have the opportunity to explore Shrek's swamp and other exciting Shrek locations at Universal Studios theme parks!
Fun Facts about Shrek
- Did you know the voice of Donkey, Eddie Murphy, actually improvised many of his funniest lines?
- Shrek originally had a different ending! In the early drafts, Fiona remained an ogre, challenging traditional fairytales even further.
- The iconic green ogre was almost entirely computer-generated, with only a few scenes using a stand-in actor in a green suit.
- Shrek is loaded with pop culture references! Can you spot them all?
Not too Far, Far Away… @Shrek 5 is coming to theaters on July 1, 2026 with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz. pic.twitter.com/3j6ctXpPGu
— DreamWorks Animation (@Dreamworks) July 9, 2024
It’s Shrek’s swamp time again!
If you love Shrek, this is an awesome period to exist! The release of Shrek 5 is scheduled for 2026, offering exciting new developments in the expanding Shrek universe. Whether you're eagerly anticipating Shrek and Fiona's return to their swamp or intrigued by a potential Donkey spin-off, prepare for another adventure in this whimsical realm of fairy tales, ogres, and happily ever afters (possibly with some ogre tears - of joy!). Simply grab some onions like they did in Shrek, as you may end up crying from laughing too much!
