In what is possibly the most popular film opinion, we can all agree that the Shrek franchise produced some pretty iconic movie moments. The Fairy Godmother signing Holding Out for a Hero? Handsome Shrek? The Donkey/Dragon babies? Truly peak cinema.
In exciting news for literally everyone, the franchise is making its long-awaited return for a fifth feature-length film aptly titled Shrek 5. Now that the first teaser trailer has officially dropped, fans are counting down the days until the reboot hits our screens.
Ready to head back to the swamp? Keep scrolling for everything we know so far about Shrek 5.

Who is the cast of Shrek 5
When news of a long-awaited Shrek reboot was announced, fans of the original series were *manifesting* that the beloved cast of voice actors would return.
In good news, we now know that OG stars Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, and Eddie Murphy will be returning to the swamp as Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey.
While we don’t yet know if Antonio Banderas will return as the franchise’s loveable rogue Puss in Boots, we do know that the upcoming film will be welcoming a new face (or voice) to the cast, with Zendaya starring as Shrek and Fiona’s teenaged daughter.

When is the Shrek 5 release date?
After patiently waiting for news of a new sequel, the first teaser for Shrek 5 also revealed the film’s highly-anticipated release date.
Be sure to mark your calendars! Shrek 5 premieres in cinemas Christmas 2026.
Where to watch Shrek 5
While we don’t yet have any streaming information for the upcoming film, you can rewatch Shrek, Shrek 2, and Shrek the Third now on BINGE.
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