July 9th 2024.
DreamWorks Animation has officially announced that the highly anticipated Shrek 5 is in the works and set to hit theaters in 2026. This news is sure to excite fans of the beloved franchise, as the original stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz have all been confirmed to reprise their roles. However, it remains to be seen if Antonio Banderas will return as the lovable Puss in Boots.
The fifth installment will be directed by Walt Dohrn, a long-time member of the Shrek team who has previously worked on Shrek 2, Shrek the Third, and Shrek Forever After. Additionally, Gina Shay, a veteran of the franchise, and Chris Meledandri, founder of Illumination, will serve as producers, with Brad Ableson as co-director.
In an interview with Collider, Eddie Murphy revealed that he has already begun recording his lines for Shrek 5 and that a Donkey spin-off movie is also in the works. The highly successful franchise, which has grossed billions of dollars globally, will once again take viewers on a wild and hilarious journey through Far Far Away.
The original Shrek film, released in 2001, won the first ever Oscar for Best Animated Feature and grossed $487 million worldwide. Its sequel, Shrek 2, was an even bigger success, grossing almost double the original and competing for the prestigious Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. While the third and fourth installments may not have received as much critical acclaim, they still managed to rake in enormous box office numbers.
With the return of much of the original cast and the promise of more adventures and laughs, Shrek 5 is sure to be a hit with audiences. Universal Pictures has also reportedly tasked producer Chris Meledandri with overseeing a revival of both the Shrek and Puss in Boots franchises. Meledandri has stressed the importance of staying true to the original vocal performances, as they were a major factor in the franchise's success.
As we eagerly await the release of Shrek 5, fans can look forward to being transported back to the magical world of Far Far Away and reuniting with their favorite characters. Do you have a story about the making of Shrek 5? We'd love to hear from you! Contact our entertainment team by emailing us or visiting our Submit Stuff page. We can't wait to see what adventures await us in this beloved franchise.
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