Shrek 5 Cast Announcement: The Return of Far Far Away’s Finest!

Get ready to head back to Far Far Away because Shrek 5 is officially happening! Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz are all set to reprise their iconic roles, and there's an exciting new addition to the cast—Zendaya!

The long-awaited fifth installment in the Shrek franchise will be hitting theaters on December 23, 2026, making it a perfect Christmas gift for fans old and new.

Shrek is Back: What We Know So Far

It’s been over a decade since we last saw our favorite ogre, wise-cracking donkey, and fierce princess on the big screen. Shrek Forever After (2010) was originally meant to be the final chapter, but DreamWorks Animation, now under Universal Pictures, has finally greenlit a brand-new adventure!

📢 Eddie Murphy first teased Shrek 5 in June 2023, confirming he had already recorded his lines for Donkey and hinting at a possible Donkey spin-off as well. Fast forward to July 2024, and DreamWorks officially announced the project with its returning cast and a new character voiced by Zendaya.

Shrek 5 Cast: Who’s Returning & Who’s New?

🎤 Mike Myers – The voice of everyone’s favorite grumpy but lovable ogre, Shrek.

🎤 Eddie Murphy – The ever-hilarious, waffle-loving Donkey is back and better than ever.

🎤 Cameron Diaz – After stepping away from acting, Diaz is making a big comeback as Princess Fiona.

🎤 Zendaya – Joining the cast as Felicia, Shrek and Fiona’s now-teenage daughter.

🎬 Directed by: Walt Dohrn & Conrad Vernon (Shrek 2, Shrek Forever After)

📝 Written by: Michael McCullers (Austin Powers, Boss Baby)

🎥 Produced by: Chris Meledandri (Despicable Me), Gina Shay

What Could Shrek 5 Be About?

While plot details are still under wraps, we can make a few guesses:

🔮 The Next Generation? – Zendaya’s Felicia was just a baby in Shrek the Third (2007), but now she’s all grown up. Could we see her embarking on her own journey while dealing with her ogre-sized legacy?

🤣 More Donkey Antics – Eddie Murphy has hinted at Donkey getting more screen time, which could mean we’ll see more of his family and origins.

👑 Far Far Away in Trouble? – Every Shrek movie features a villain who threatens the kingdom. Will a new foe rise, or will an old one return?

Why Fans Are Hyped for Shrek 5

✅ The OG Cast is Back – There’s no Shrek without Myers, Murphy, and Diaz, and their return guarantees that this sequel will feel like a true continuation.

✅ Zendaya as Felicia – A fresh addition to the cast breathes new life into the franchise, and Zendaya’s presence hints at a next-gen storyline.

✅ DreamWorks' Renaissance – After the massive success of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022), which introduced stunning animation and deeper storytelling, fans are hopeful that Shrek 5 will have a similar visual upgrade and emotional depth.

Shrek 5 Release Date & What’s Next

📅 Mark your calendars! Shrek 5 arrives in theaters on December 23, 2026—just in time for the holidays!

🎬 A new trailer is expected to drop in 2025, giving us our first look at what Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and Felicia are up to!

🥞 Will Donkey finally open his own waffle restaurant?👑 Will Shrek be ready to pass the torch to his daughter?😂 And will

Lord Farquaad make a surprise return from the dead?

One thing is for sure—Far Far Away’s finest are back, and we couldn’t be more excited!

✨ Are you ready for another Shrek adventure? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇