Yes, Shrek 5 is officially confirmed and is scheduled to hit theaters on July 1, 2026. DreamWorks Animation made the long-awaited announcement in mid-2024, confirming that the original star-studded cast—including Mike Myers as Shrek, Eddie Murphy as Donkey, and Cameron Diaz as Princess Fiona—are all returning to the swamp. The film is being directed by Walt Dohrn, who has a long history with the franchise, and is produced by Gina Shay and Illumination’s Chris Meledandri. This marks the first mainline Shrek film in 16 years since Shrek Forever After was released in 2010. Beyond the fifth movie, Eddie Murphy has also teased that a standalone Donkey spin-off movie is in development, suggesting that the "Shrek-verse" is seeing a massive creative revival. The 2026 release date puts it in direct competition with other major family blockbusters, signaling a huge summer for animation fans worldwide.