Shrek and Donkey looking confused in Shrek
This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available. The Big Picture The day has arrived. DreamWorks Animation has officially announced that Shrek 5 will premiere in theaters in the United States on July 1, 2026. Sixteen years after Shrek Forever After marked the last time audiences saw the titular character voiced by Mike Myers on the big screen, a new adventure will entertain an entirely new generation of fans.
During a recent interview with Collider, Eddie Murphy stated that he had been recording lines for Shrek 5 for over the course of several months. The actor also reminded audiences that a spin-off movie centered around Donkey is currently in development at DreamWorks Animation. While Murphy believed that the sequel would be released next year, fans will have to wait until the summer of 2026 to see their favorite characters back on the big screen.
Shrek 5 will be directed by Walt Dohrn. The filmmaker previously worked as a writer for Shrek 2 and Shrek the Third. Dohrn also served as the head of story for Shrek Forever After. The release of the upcoming sequel will also line up with the 25th anniversary of the debut of the first movie, which was released in theaters on May 18, 2001. In that time, the Shrek franchise has grossed almost $4 billion at the worldwide box office, turning the character into an instant pop culture icon.
Shrek PGAnimationAdventureComedy An ogre named Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairy tale characters. To reclaim his peaceful solitude, Shrek strikes a deal with the diminutive tyrant Lord Farquaad to rescue Princess Fiona from a dragon-guarded castle. An unlikely friendship forms between Shrek, Fiona, and a talkative Donkey, leading to comedic adventures and lessons about true love and acceptance.
Release Date May 18, 2001 Director Andrew Adamson , Vicky Jenson Cast Mike Myers , Eddie Murphy , Cameron Diaz , John Lithgow , Vincent Cassel , Peter Dennis Runtime 90 minutes Main Genre Animation Writers William Steig , Ted Elliott , Terry Rossio , Joe Stillman , Roger S.H. Schulman , Cody Cameron Tagline The greatest fairy tale never told Expand Watch on Netflix
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