Universal Pictures has delayed Shrek 5 by a few months to December 23, 2026 while putting Despicable 3 spin-off Minions 3 in its original slot.

Shrek 5 has had its release date pushed back to December 2026, it has been confirmed. Universal Pictures, which owns DreamWorks Animation and Illumination, announced (via Variety) that the fifth ...

Shrek 5, meanwhile, will target the 2026 holiday period for its first mainline release in 16 years ... announced its active development in 2023 alongside hopes for a Donkey spin-off.

It's also been revealed that an untitled Illumination event movie has moved from March 19, 2027 to Minions 3's vacant June date. Shrek 5 is being released to coincide with DreamWorks' 25th ...

Shrek 5 has had its release date pushed back to December 2026, it has been confirmed. Universal Pictures, which owns DreamWorks Animation and Illumination, announced (via Variety) that the fifth ...

While the sequel was originally on track to hit theaters in time for a franchise anniversary, Shrek 5's release date has now been ... Meledandri stating in early 2023 that it was gaining steam ...

That said, some fans have noted that the new release date in December 2026 will put Shrek 5 up against some stiff competition, including Jumanji 3, Ice Age 6, and possibly Dune: Messiah.