Shrek

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Get Ready for More Ogre Magic: 'Shrek 5' Confirmed with Original Cast Set to Return in 2026

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Exciting news for Shrek fans! 'Shrek 5' is officially in the works for a 2026 release date with the beloved original cast making a comeback. Prepare for more ogre adventures!

Get ready to dive back into the whimsical world of everyone's favorite ogre as 'Shrek 5' is officially confirmed for a July 2026 release date. The iconic DreamWorks franchise will see the return of the original star-studded cast including Mike Myers as Shrek, Eddie Murphy as Donkey, and Cameron Diaz as Princess Fiona. Fans can expect another chapter filled with laughter, heartwarming moments, and of course, some good old ogre charm.

After more than a decade, the beloved 'Shrek' series is making a triumphant return with 'Shrek 5' set to reunite audiences with their favorite fairy tale characters. Universal's announcement of this highly anticipated sequel has sparked excitement among fans worldwide. With the original trio of talent back on board, the movie promises to deliver the same wit, humor, and endearing characters that made the franchise a classic.

In the competitive world of animation, 'Shrek' has always stood out for its unique blend of humor and heart. The upcoming 'Shrek 5' is poised to continue the legacy of the franchise, captivating both young and old audiences alike. As the release date draws closer, anticipation is building for what new adventures and laughs the lovable ogre and his friends will bring to the big screen.

Furthermore, fans can relive the magic of the 'Shrek' series by checking out the rankings on Tomatometer, where the movies are evaluated based on critical reception. Debuting in 2001, the first 'Shrek' movie immediately made a mark in American animation history, providing a hilarious and refreshing take on fairy tales. With each installment, the franchise has continued to entertain and enchant audiences of all ages, solidifying its place as a beloved classic in the world of animated films.

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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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Dreamworks announces 'Shrek 5' (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

Shrek 5" is in the works, and original cast members Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz are confirmed to return in the new film.

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'Shrek 5's' all-star cast and release date revealed (NBC New York)

"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' 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' 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' 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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Every Shrek Movie, Ranked by Tomatometer (Rotten Tomatoes)

Debuting in 2001, the first Shrek movie made an immediate statement in the world of American animation, a flatulent foil to goody-two-shoes Pixar, ...

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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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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' 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 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 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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Dreamworks announces 'Shrek 5' (FOX 2 Detroit)

Shrek 5" is in the works, and original cast members Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz are confirmed to return in the new film.

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Bad Bunny Wrote His Own Shrek Sequel in This SNL Season 49 ... (NBC)

Bad Bunny is Shrek in a hilarious SNL sketch featuring the Please Don't Destroy trio.

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Shrek Is Love, Shrek Is Life: Fifth Movie Is in the Works (Daily Beast)

Following the deaths, The National Park Service issued an alert telling hikers to avoid going into the canyon and to limit their outdoor activities.

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'Shrek 5' set for July 2026 release with original cast (The Pioneer)

Eddie Murphy, Mike Myers, and Cameron Diaz are set to reprise their roles in the return of DreamWorks Animation's "Shrek 5" in July 2026.

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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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