Shrek 5 shares long-awaited release date with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz returning
6 months ago

Shrek 5 shares long-awaited release date with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz returning

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Franchise stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz are all confirmed to reprise their respective roles as Shrek, Donkey and Princess Fiona. So we’re gonna do a Shrek, and we’re doing a Donkey.” The Donkey standalone movie is yet to be officially confirmed by DreamWorks so no release has so far been announced. “Tonight on Knights, we got a white bronco heading east into the forest,” a news anchor announces as Shrek is seen riding on the back of his companion Donkey. Back in 2021, The Independent’s Sam Summers marked the 20th anniversary of the original film by hailing Shrek as the “grumpy ogre” who changed cinema.

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Perry, the donkey that inspired Shrek's sidekick, dies
4 days, 7 hours ago

Perry, the donkey that inspired Shrek's sidekick, dies

India Today  

Perry, the donkey who inspired the beloved character Donkey in the animated film Shrek, has died at the age of 30. Perry, short for Pericles, gained fame when his personality and appearance inspired the creation of Donkey, Shrek's talkative and humorous sidekick. The post read, "We are heartbroken to share that our beloved Barron Park donkey, Perry, passed away yesterday …

Fans in tears as Perry, the real-life donkey behind Shrek's ‘Donkey’, dies at 30; say ‘2025 is starting off badly’
4 days, 18 hours ago

Fans in tears as Perry, the real-life donkey behind Shrek's ‘Donkey’, dies at 30; say ‘2025 is starting off badly’

Hindustan Times  

In an unexpected twist of fate, Perry, the miniature donkey who inspired the beloved Donkey in the Shrek films, has passed away at the age of 30. Shrek's iconic Donkey and Perry the donkey Perry’s playful and talkative nature made him the perfect reference for Donkey, voiced by Eddie Murphy. Over the years, Donkey became a cultural icon, with the …

Perry the donkey, who inspired Eddie Murphy’s animated Shrek character. dies aged 30
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5 days, 19 hours ago

Perry the donkey, who inspired Eddie Murphy’s animated Shrek character. dies aged 30

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It’s amazing how much of our donkey is in Donkey, the way he flips his …

‘Shrek 5’ officially in the works with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz to reprise iconic roles
6 months ago

‘Shrek 5’ officially in the works with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz to reprise iconic roles

The Hindu  

DreamWorks Animation has officially announced that Shrek 5 will hit theaters on July 1, 2026, with original stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz reprising their iconic roles. Not too Far, Far Away… @Shrek 5 is coming to theaters on July 1, 2026 with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz. pic.twitter.com/3j6ctXpPGu — DreamWorks Animation July 9, 2024 Eddie …

Shrek 5 release date: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz reprise their roles
6 months ago

Shrek 5 release date: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz reprise their roles

Hindustan Times  

The production house DreamWorks Animation has announced the release date for one of their popular animated movies Shrek 5. The original cast of Shrek will be returning to reprise their respective roles including Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz and Mike Myers. Shrek 5: Release date and spin-off The fifth instalment in the Shrek franchise is under production and the release date …

‘Shrek 5’ set for July 2026 release; Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz to return
6 months ago

‘Shrek 5’ set for July 2026 release; Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz to return

LA Times  

Cameron Diaz, left, Eddie Murphy and Mike Myers will reprise their roles in “Shrek 5.” DreamWorks has not confirmed the return of Antonio Banderas, right, as Puss in Boots. DreamWorks Animation announced Tuesday that a fifth installment in the “Shrek” franchise would arrive in theaters next summer, just in time for the 25th anniversary of the first “Shrek” film. The …

'Shrek 5' officially announced, original cast to reprise their roles
6 months ago

'Shrek 5' officially announced, original cast to reprise their roles

India Today  

After years of anticipation, DreamWorks Animation has finally revealed the release date for the highly-anticipated fifth installment of the Shrek franchise. The news was announced earlier today, July 10, at the CinemaCon convention in Las Vegas, where DreamWorks Animation showcased a sneak-peek of the upcoming film. While details about the plot remain scarce, sources close to the production have hinted …

Eddie Murphy shares major Shrek 5 update, reveals Donkey spin-off is in the works
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Eddie Murphy shares major Shrek 5 update, reveals Donkey spin-off is in the works

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In a new interview with Collider, Murphy, who is the voice of Shrek’s happy-go-lucky companion, …

Shrek spin-off about Donkey teased after Eddie Murphy expressed interest in reprising the role
1 year, 9 months ago

Shrek spin-off about Donkey teased after Eddie Murphy expressed interest in reprising the role

Daily Mail  

It was revealed this week that a fifth film in the Shrek franchise is in development. The Shrek films have already spawned two spin-off movies, focussing on Antonio Banderas' Puss in Boots. It's been hinted that there could be a Shrek spin-off film in the works, centring on the popular side character of Donkey Spin-off: The beloved character, voiced by …

Shrek 5 in development and talks with Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy are underway
1 year, 9 months ago

Shrek 5 in development and talks with Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy are underway

Daily Mail  

Shrek 5 is in development. In an interview with Variety, Chris Meledandri, 63, the founder and CEO of Illumination, confirmed that although no one has yet signed on the dotted line, talks are underway with Mike, as well as Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy to reprise their voice roles as Fiona and Donkey for another Shrek adventure. Shrek 5: Plans …

‘Shrek’ isn’t ogre just yet: DreamWorks eyes a fifth movie with its original stars
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Shrek’ isn’t ogre just yet: DreamWorks eyes a fifth movie with its original stars

LA Times  

A new “Shrek” movie is reportedly in the works with the original voice cast being eyed for a return. DreamWorks is reportedly working to expand the beloved “Shrek” franchise more than a decade after the titular ogre voiced by Mike Myers lumbered onto movie screens in 2001. The original cast is a huge part of that.” Set in the fictional …

Mike Myers surprises fans by returning as Shrek in the most unexpected way
2 years, 8 months ago

Mike Myers surprises fans by returning as Shrek in the most unexpected way

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The actor is behind comedy creations such as Austin Powers, Dr Evil and Wayne Campbell …

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