Fans of the belovedShrekfranchise have reason to celebrate: production onShrek 5is well underway.
Eddie Murphy, who has voiced the lovable, comedic character of Donkey since 2001, teased the project in June 2024—despite DreamWorks Animation not officially announcing the film. Adding to the excitement, Murphy hinted at a standalone Donkey movie, which he believes is likely to happen.
“We started doingShrek 4or[Shrek] 5months ago. I did this, I recorded the first act, and we’ll be doing it this year, we’ll finish it up,” Murphytold Colliderwhile on a press tour forBeverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley. “Shrekis coming out, and Donkey’s gonna have his own movie.”
It’s been over two decades since the firstShrekfilm premiered, and the franchise has since released three sequels and twoPuss in Bootsspin-offs. The six films have grossed over$1.6 billion combined.
Here’s everything to know aboutShrek 5, including a premiere date and what Eddie Murphy has said about reprising his iconic role.
When willShrek 5be released?
The movie will now hit theaters on Dec. 23, 2026, timed to DreamWorks' 25th anniversary.
Who is in the cast?
Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz in 2010.Lester Cohen/WireImage
Murphy,Mike Myers, the voice of Shrek, andCameron Diaz, the voice of Fiona, will all return forShrek 5. DreamWorks officially confirmed the cast’s return in July 2024.
Which new cast members are joiningShrek 5?
Zendaya.Arnold Jerocki/Getty
Arnold Jerocki/Getty
Zendayawill join the legendary cast asShrek and Fiona’s daughter, Felicia. Universal Pictures shared the big news in a February 2025cast announcement video.
What isShrek 5about?
Shrek and Donkey in ‘Shrek Forever After’.Dream Works Animation/Kobal/Shutterstock
Dream Works Animation/Kobal/Shutterstock
Details about the plot ofShrek 5remain under wraps. However, given the franchise’s history, fans can likely expect a continuation of Shrek’s adventures in the magical land of Far Far Away, filled with humor, memorable characters and touching moments.
Is there a trailer forShrek 5?
As of now, there is no trailer available forShrek 5. Given that the movie is still in the early stages of production, fans may need to wait a bit longer for a first look.
Who is directingShrek 5?
Walt Dohrn is directingShrek 5. He was a writer and artist forShrek 2andShrek the Third. He then served as head of story and voiced Rumpelstiltskin onShrek Forever After.
What has Eddie Murphy said about returning toShrek?
Eddie Murphy attends Critics' Choice Association’s Celebration of Black Cinema in 2019.Michael Kovac/Getty
Throughout the years, Murphy has expressed his fondness for the character Donkey and his enthusiasm for upcoming projects, including the potential standalone Donkey movie.
“You know, they did Puss in Boots movies,” Murphytold Etalkin 2023. “I was like, ‘They should have done a Donkey movie. Donkey is funnier than Puss in Boots.’ I mean, I love Puss in Boots, but he ain’t funny as the Donkey.”
source: people.com
