Shrek 5, the long-awaited sequel to the beloved animated franchise, is set to hit theaters on July 1, 2026. The film will mark the return of original voice cast members Mike Myers as Shrek, Eddie Murphy as Donkey, and Cameron Diaz as Fiona.
Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation announced the release date in a joint statement, with production set to be overseen by Walt Dohrn. Brad Ableson will co-direct the film alongside Dohrn.
The Shrek franchise, which began in 2001 with the original animated feature, has been a massive success for both Universal and DreamWorks Animation. The series has grossed over $2.9 billion at the global box office and spawned numerous spin-offs, including Puss in Boots.
The announcement comes as Hollywood continues to lean on established IP to capitalize on nostalgia and fan interest. In recent years, Universal made a bid to revisit the Shrek franchise with a Shrek 2 re-release for its 20th anniversary in April.
Myers, who has previously expressed his excitement about returning to the role of Shrek, shared his thoughts on the upcoming film during an interview with Collider. “It's gonna be great,” he said. “We're all really excited about it.”
Fans of the franchise can expect a return to form for Shrek 5, with the film promising to deliver the same irreverent humor and heart that made the original films so beloved.
Stay tuned for more updates on Shrek 5 as they become available.
