The film is the first major iteration in the main series since Shrek Forever After was released in 2010. Universal and DreamWorks Animation have set a release date of December 23, 2026 for the film.

"Shrek 5," starring Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, and Zendaya is coming to cinemas in 2026. Here's what we know so far about the long-awaited sequel.

"Shrek 5" is heading to theaters in 2026 with a new cast member — Zendaya. On Thursday, DreamWorks shared the first teaser for the movie, with new designs for Shrek and the main characters.