Shrek 5

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Get Ready for More Laughs! Shrek 5 Confirmed with Original Cast Returning in 2026

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Shrek 5 is officially happening! Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz are set to return for the long-awaited sequel in July 2026. Get ready for more ogre antics and hilarious adventures!

Get ready for more laughter and adventures in the swamp as Universal and DreamWorks Animation have officially announced the highly anticipated 'Shrek 5.' Fans can mark their calendars for July 1, 2026, when the beloved ogre Shrek, voiced by Mike Myers, Donkey played by Eddie Murphy, and Princess Fiona portrayed by Cameron Diaz, will grace the big screens once again.

It's been 16 years since the last installment, 'Shrek Forever After,' and fans are ecstatic about the return of the core voice cast. The timeless trio will bring back the magic and humor that made the Shrek franchise a classic for all ages. With new adventures and challenges awaiting our favorite fairytale characters, Shrek 5 is gearing up to be a blockbuster hit that will delight audiences of all generations.

The news of 'Shrek 5' has sparked excitement and nostalgia among fans who have been eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the franchise. As the release date draws nearer, the anticipation and buzz around the return of Shrek, Donkey, and Princess Fiona are reaching new heights, promising an epic and unforgettable cinematic experience for fans worldwide.

In a surprising turn of events, it's revealed that 'Shrek 5' will mark over 25 years since the inception of the original Shrek movie, highlighting the enduring popularity and cultural impact of the franchise. The return of the iconic trio, Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz, reaffirms the timeless charm and appeal of the Shrek series, setting the stage for another memorable and entertaining addition to the beloved animated saga.

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Shrek 5 Sets Release Date, Cast for July 2026 (Variety)

'Shrek 5' is officially a go as Universal announced a July 2026 release date. Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz and Mike Myers are all set to return.

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Shrek 5: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz returning for ... (The Guardian)

Core voice cast are all returning for Shrek 5, which will be released 16 years after Shrek Forever After.

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'Shrek 5' Set for 2026 with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Shrek 5 is officially a go, with Universal and DreamWorks Animation announcing that the storied franchise will return on July 1, 2026. Stars Mike Myers ...

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'Shrek 5' to open in July 2026 with original key cast (Screen International)

Universal Pictures has set a July 1 2026 release date for DreamWorks Animation's Shrek 5 featuring original cast members Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, ...

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'Shrek 5' Set For Summer 2026 With Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy ... (Deadline)

'Shrek 5's release date has been set, with stars Eddie Murphy, Mike Myers and Cameron Diaz set to return, DreamWorks Animation announced on Tuesday.

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'Shrek 5' Will Finally Arrive in July 2026 (for Real This Time) (Rolling Stone)

After more than 25 years, the fifth 'Shrek' movie will finally arrive in July 2026 with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz all returning.

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'Shrek 5's' all-star cast and release date revealed (NBC4 Washington)

"Shrek 5" is officially in the works for a July 2026 release date with cast members Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz set to return.

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'Shrek 5' is in the works for 2026 with original cast including Mike ... (USA TODAY)

Mike Myers (Shrek), Cameron Diaz (Princess Fiona) and Eddie Murphy (Donkey) will officially return for "Shrek 5" 16 years after "Shrek Forever After."

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We're all feeling sequel fatigue – but Hollywood's giving us Shrek 5 (The Guardian)

Original films these days are just croutons in a Hollywood buzzword salad: sequels and prequels, existing IPs and brands and reboots and remakes.

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'Shrek 5' Set for July 2026 with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and ... (NBC News)

Eddie Murphy let it slip in June that he had already begun voice recording for the film and will next do a Donkey spinoff movie.

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Shrek 5: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz to return for ... (BBC News)

A plotline for the movie is yet to be revealed, but Myers will play the title character, Diaz will voice Shrek's wife Princess Fiona and Murphy will return as ...

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Shrek 5 release date confirmed as original cast to return (LMFM)

DreamWorks has officially announced that Shrek 5 will land in cinemas on July 1st, 2026. They've also confirmed that Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz ...

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'Shrek 5' is coming in July 2026, and the big stars are onboard (WBAL Baltimore)

Movie studio Dreamworks Animation confirmed in a post on X that "Shrek 5" will hit the big screen on July 1, 2026 – 14 years after the previous film was ...

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Shrek 5 is Officially Happening (Glamour)

Shrek 5 is coming and stars Mike Meyers, Cameron Diaz, and Eddie Murphy will all be returning to the franchise.

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'Shrek 5' is coming in July 2026, and the big stars are onboard (WCVB Boston)

Movie studio Dreamworks Animation confirmed in a post on X that "Shrek 5" will hit the big screen on July 1, 2026 – 14 years after the previous film was ...

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Shrek 5 Sets Summer 2026 Release Date (Playbill.com)

Stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz will return to lend their voices to the film.

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'Shrek 5' is coming in July 2026, and the big stars are onboard (KCRA Sacramento)

Movie studio Dreamworks Animation confirmed in a post on X that "Shrek 5" will hit the big screen on July 1, 2026 – 14 years after the previous film was ...

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'Shrek 5' Cast, Details, Premiere Date: Everything To Know (Today.com)

The first "Shrek" movie led to a decades-long franchise of animated children's movies and spinoffs, and sparked a subculture of its own — even Al Pacino is a ...

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'Shrek 5' is coming in July 2026, and the big stars are onboard (CNN)

Grab your torch and pitchforks! Everyone's favorite ogre is heading back to town, with the the latest movie in the “Shrek” franchise set for release in ...

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Shrek 5 is officially in the DreamWorks Animation pipeline for a 2026 ... (Kidscreen)

Key voice actors Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz are confirmed for this long-awaited sequel to the franchise that has collectively grossed US$4 ...

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'Shrek 5' set for summer 2026 release; star trio to return (Los Angeles Times)

Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz will reprise their 'Shrek' roles for the franchise's fifth installment, arriving in July 2026.

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