The beloved green ogre is set to return in Shrek 5, the fifth installment of the iconic animated franchise. Directed by Walt Dohrn and Conrad Vernon, this sequel brings back the original voice cast, including Mike Myers as Shrek, Eddie Murphy as Donkey, and Cameron Diaz as Princess Fiona. Joining the ensemble is Zendaya, voicing Felicia, Shrek and Fiona’s teenage daughter.

The film is scheduled for theatrical release in the United States on December 23, 2026. A teaser trailer released on February 27, 2025, introduced a new visual style and updated character designs, sparking mixed reactions among fans. Some viewers expressed surprise and displeasure with the characters’ aged appearances and the new animation style, drawing parallels to past design controversies.

As anticipation builds for this latest chapter in the Shrek saga, audiences can look forward to reuniting with familiar characters and meeting new ones, all while experiencing the humor and heart that have defined the series.