Shrek 5: First Trailer and Cast Revealed
Shrek 5: When is the Release Date?
Shrek 5 is set to hit theaters on December 23, 2026. The film is directed by Walt Dohrn (Trolls) and Brad Ableson (Minions: The Rise of Gru). The plot remains a secret for now.
The Shrek Phenomenon: Watch the Trailer
Shrek premiered on April 22, 2001. The animated film follows the adventures of the titular ogre (Mike Myers), who is hired by Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow) to rescue a princess trapped in a castle—only to unexpectedly find love. The movie won an Academy Award and grossed $484.5 million worldwide, making it the fourth highest-grossing film at the global box office that year.
Over the years, the franchise expanded with sequels:
- Shrek 2 (2004)
- Shrek the Third (2007)
- Shrek Forever After (2010)
Additionally, spin-offs featuring Puss in Boots (voiced by Antonio Banderas in the original version and Wojciech Malajkat in the Polish dub) were released:
- Puss in Boots (2011)
- Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022)
Beyond Shrek 5, another spin-off centered on Donkey is also in development.
Zendaya’s Busy Year
Most recently, Zendaya starred in Dune: Part Two and the romantic drama Challengers. This year is shaping up to be particularly busy for the actress, with roles in:
- Euphoria (Season 3)
- Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey
- Spider-Man 4
- Dune 3
