"Shrek 5" is officially in development at DreamWorks Animation, with the core voice cast, including Mike Myers as Shrek, Eddie Murphy as Donkey, Cameron Diaz as Fiona, and potentially Antonio Banderas as Puss in Boots, set to reprise their roles.
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release in July 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the original "Shrek" film.
DreamWorks released a teaser for the film, featuring the song "All Star" by Smash Mouth, a nod to the original film's soundtrack.
Walt Dohrn and Brad Ableson will direct. Michael McCullers is writing the script and Gina Shay and Chris Meledandri from Illumination Entertainment produce.
Plot details of the fifth installment are currently unknown. The original plan for the plot was about how Shrek came to be in the swamp, but it was changed.
The "Shrek" franchise has become a beloved and significant cultural phenomenon, with the original film winning an Oscar and the series collectively grossing over $4 billion worldwide, including spin-offs, sequels, a television series, a Broadway musical, and amusement park attractions.
The franchise was revived after DreamWorks was purchased by NBCUniversal.
Eddie Murphy hinted at a potential "Shrek" spin-off movie centered around his character, Donkey, but no official announcement has been made regarding a spin-off.
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
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