Zendaya går med i rollerna i Shrek 5: The Return of Our Favorite Ogres i december!

Get ready to step back into the whimsical world of Shrek, as Shrek 5 is set to hit theaters this December! The beloved animated franchise is bringing back its original cast, with Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, and Eddie Murphy reprising their iconic roles as Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey. But that's not all – there’s a new character joining the fun!

In an exciting announcement from Universal Pictures, Zendaya will voice Shrek and Fiona's teenage daughter, who sports her mother’s fiery red hair and her father’s signature eyes. The reveal of this new character has fans buzzing, especially with a sneak peek of her in the recently released clip.

Shrek 5 has had a long journey to the big screen, first hinted at back in 2016 when writer Michael McCullers shared that he was working on the script. Originally slated for a 2019 release, the project fell silent for several years until Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri confirmed in 2023 that he aimed to reunite the original cast. Last year, the excitement grew with the confirmation of Eddie Murphy’s involvement, along with news of a standalone Donkey spinoff still in development.

Initially set for a July 2026 release, Shrek 5 has now been pushed to Christmas that same year, making it a perfect holiday treat for fans. The anticipation is palpable, especially after the mixed reviews of Shrek 4, which critics felt fell short of the series' earlier charm.

As we await the release, there’s hope that Shrek 5 will recapture the magic and humor that made the franchise a favorite among audiences. With familiar voices and a fresh twist, it’s bound to be an adventure worth watching!