A new teaser trailer for *Shrek 5* has offered the first glimpse into the film's plot, revealing that Shrek and Donkey will embark on a new adventure for the first time in 16 years.

The trailer indicates that the film will center on Shrek, Donkey, and Shrek's family, which includes two sons and a daughter, as they go "off on another whirlwind big-city adventure," according to Donkey.

This development is significant for fans, as plot details for *Shrek 5* have been kept under wraps until now.

The teaser also suggests that the trip does not go as planned, with the group, excluding Zendaya's character, ending up in jail.

## Cast and Crew Details

Eddie Murphy is confirmed to reprise his role as Donkey.

Zendaya will voice the daughter of Shrek, played by Mike Myers, and Fiona, voiced by Cameron Diaz.

The ogre couple's sons, Fergus and Farkle, will be voiced by *Saturday Night Live*'s Marcello Hernández and *Superman*'s Skyler Gisondo, respectively.

*Shrek 5* is slated for release on June 30, 2027, marking the first installment to hit theaters since *Shrek Forever After* in 2010.

Walt Dohrn, known for his work on the *Trolls* franchise and as Head of Story on *Shrek Forever After*, is directing the film alongside co-director Brad Ableson (*Minions: The Rise of Gru*).

Gina Shay, also from the *Trolls* franchise, is returning to produce, joined by Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri (*The Super Mario Bros.

Movie*).

DreamWorks Animation initially announced *Shrek 5* via its social media channels in 2024.