“Shrek 5” changes release date

The long-awaited fifth installment of the swamp's most famous animated franchise will have to wait a little longer. Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation confirmed that “ Shrek 5” will once again change its release date , a decision that will surely change the plans of fans who were already counting the days until the return of the green ogre.

The film, which was most recently scheduled to hit theaters on December 23, 2026, will now be released on June 30, 2027. This move represents the second schedule adjustment, as the production was initially announced for a July 2026 release.

The project marks the return of the original voices that brought the iconic characters to life: Mike Myers will return as "Shrek," Eddie Murphy will reprise his role as the beloved "Donkey," and Cameron Diaz will once again play Princess Fiona. The big news for the cast is the addition of Zendaya, who will lend her voice to "Shrek's" daughter, a character who will make her debut in this installment.

Although the exact reasons for the date change have not been revealed, such adjustments are common in the film industry, especially in large-scale animated productions, where the creative and technical processes require more time to ensure final quality.

With this change, " Shrek 5" is now positioned as one of the big animated releases of the summer of 2027, leaving fans wondering if this extra wait will bring new surprises in the story of cinema's most beloved ogre .

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