Yo, Shrek fans! The swamp news has delivered just mindblowing announcement with the first look video confirming Zendaya to join the star cast of Shrek 5.
The official confirmation came in the form of a first look video from Universal Pictures, revealing that Zendaya will voice Shrek and Fiona’s teenage daughter.
Zendaya is playing a sassy ogre with Fiona’s fiery red hair and Shrek’s signature eyes, ready to shake up Far Far Away.
Here’s what else has been confirmed, apart from Zendaya’s involvement in Shrek 5’s first look!
Who else Will Be in Shrek 5?
Apart from Zendaya joining the cast, familiar faces are returning for Shrek 5:
- Mike Myers as Shrek, the grumpy-yet-lovable ogre.
- Cameron Diaz as Fiona, the fierce princess-turned-ogre.
- Eddie Murphy as Donkey, still the chattiest sidekick around.
- Zendaya as Shrek and Fiona’s daughter, bringing a fresh voice to the mix.
Rumors are swirling about other characters, but these four are locked in for now. Stay tuned for more casting surprises!
Here’s the first look of Shrek 5 launched today!
When Is Shrek 5 Coming Out?
Shrek 5 is hitting theaters on December 23, 2026, just in time for Christmas.
Originally penciled in for July 2026, Universal pushed it back to give us a holiday treat. Perfect timing to grab some popcorn and escape to the swamp with the family!
Will Shrek 5 Have Puss in Boots?
Here’s the catch: Antonio Banderas’ Puss in Boots hasn’t been confirmed for Shrek 5.
The first-look video and announcements focus on Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and Zendaya’s character, leaving Puss’ return up in the air.
After his standout role in Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, fans (and that includes me too) are crossing their fingers for a cameo—or maybe a bigger part (I am praying all Gods I know of to make that happen honestly!).
Will Shrek 5 Be the Last One?
No official word yet on whether Shrek 5 will close the book on the franchise. DreamWorks has kept things open-ended, especially with Eddie Murphy teasing that Donkey spinoff. The Puss in Boots movies (like 2022’s The Last Wish) proved there’s still life in this universe, so don’t count out more swamp adventures just yet. For now, it’s all about enjoying this next chapter!
So Hyped to for More Shrek 5 Trailers!
The first-look clip gives us a peek at Zendaya’s character, and fans are already hyped. She’s rocking that ogre vibe with a modern twist—think teenage rebellion meets swamp charm. After Shrek Forever After (2010) left us with a 5/10 rating—calling it a “compromise” as Shrek settled into a tamer life—hopes are high that Shrek 5 will bring back the magic of the earlier films.
So, what do you think?
Will Zendaya’s ogre daughter steal the show?
Can Shrek 5 top the classics?
Drop your thoughts below, and bookmark your calendar for Christmas 2026, it’s gonna be a swamp-tastic time!
With a release date set and a cast this good, Shrek 5 is shaping up to be the holiday blockbuster we didn’t know we needed.
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Stay swampy, friends!
