Shrek 5 Unveils Zendaya as Shrek's Daughter
The "Shrek" franchise is back with a new installment, featuring a fresh face and a new animation style, as Zendaya joins the cast as Shrek's daughter, Felicia, and the film's teaser trailer has already sparked a mix of excitement and concern among fans, who are eagerly awaiting the return of their favorite characters to the big screen.
Zendaya has been cast as the daughter of Shrek and Fiona in the upcoming film "Shrek 5", set to release on December 23, 2026, marking the first "Shrek" film to hit theaters since "Shrek Forever After" in 2010. The film is directed by Walt Dohrn and Brad Ableson, with Eddie Murphy reprising his role as Donkey.
The storyline for the new film has not been revealed, but a teaser trailer has been released, featuring Zendaya as the voice of Shrek and Fiona's daughter, Felicia. The trailer parodies popular TikTok trends and memes, including the "yassified" Shrek filter, and shows Shrek, Donkey, and Princess Fiona gathering around a magic mirror, where they ask who's the fairest of them all.
The trailer has sparked concern among fans about the characters' appearance, particularly Shrek's wrinkles and Donkey's grey fur, as well as the new animation style, which some find disturbing. Despite this, the film is highly anticipated, with Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, and Eddie Murphy returning to voice their iconic roles. Zendaya is currently in production on the third season of "Euphoria" and has several other projects in the works, including "Dune: Messiah" and the next "Spider-Man" movie.
With the release of "Shrek 5" set for Christmas 2026, fans are eagerly awaiting the return of their favorite characters to the big screen. The film marks a new chapter in the beloved franchise, and with Zendaya on board, it's sure to be a wild and exciting ride. As the release date approaches, fans will be keeping a close eye on any new developments and sneak peeks into the world of Shrek.
