Zendaya will now formally be a part of the Shrek world! On December 23, 2026, the eagerly awaited Shrek 5 will be released in theaters, and the award-winning actress will provide the voice of Felicia, the adolescent daughter of Shrek and Princess Fiona.
This thrilling announcement coincides with the cherished franchise’s 15-year brrak. Original cast members Eddie Murphy (Donkey), Cameron Diaz (Fiona), and Mike Myers (Shrek) are returning to their classic roles, and fans are ecstatic. With Zendaya in it, the movie is expected to give the fairy tale universe a new perspective.
Following the success of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Shrek 5, which is co-directed by Brad Ableson and directed by Walt Dohrn and Conrad Vernon, is anticipated to be a huge smash for DreamWorks Animation. Fans have already seen Zendaya’s character, Felicia, in the teaser trailer. She features a nose ring and red hair, and she represents a modern, rebellious adolescent. She uses the typical teenage eye-rolls and sass in response to her father’s pranks in one funny incident.
Zendaya offers her star power and charm to the character. She is well-known for her memorable roles in Euphoria and the Spider-Man franchise. Fans are excited to see how she contributes her distinctive style to the role, and her involvement is already creating excitement.
In order to win over both devoted fans and a new generation of viewers, Shrek 5 will combine nostalgia with fresh plots. This holiday release appears to be a huge success as excitement grows.
