Key Takeaways:
- Eddie Murphy begins recording Donkey’s spinoff in September 2025 for a 2027 release.
- Shrek 5 is two years into production and scheduled for Christmas 2026.
- Donkey’s film will focus on his dragon wife and their hybrid kids, the Dronkeys.
Eddie Murphy’s fan-favorite Donkey is finally taking center stage. During a recent interview while promoting The Pickup, Murphy gave fans an exciting update on both Shrek 5 and the long-awaited Donkey spinoff. According to the actor, DreamWorks is deep into production on Shrek 5 and will begin recording dialogue for Donkey’s solo film this September.
The Shrek franchise, which began in 2001, has become one of DreamWorks’ most successful series—spawning three sequels, two Puss in Boots spinoffs, and now, two upcoming entries that promise to reignite the beloved animated univer
Donkey’s Solo Movie Will Highlight His Hybrid Family
In the new interview with ScreenRant, Murphy confirmed that Donkey’s spinoff will follow in the footsteps of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish by giving the talkative sidekick his own fully developed storyline. Notably, the film will dive into Donkey’s unique family dynamic with his dragon wife and their children—the fan-favorite half-donkey, half-dragon “Dronkeys.”
“They’ve written this funny story,” Murphy said. “We’re starting in September… with his dragon wife and his kids that are half-dragon and half-donkeys.” These hybrid children—Debbie, Coco, Bananas, Peanut, Parfait, and Eclair—were first introduced in Shrek 2 and have only made brief cameos since. The upcoming spinoff will be the first to explore their characters more deeply.
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Shrek 5 Progressing Steadily Toward a 2026 Release
In addition to the Donkey film, Murphy offered fans a progress report on Shrek 5, confirming that he and the original cast are “about two years into” recording. The film is slated for a Christmas 2026 release, with Mike Myers (Shrek) and Cameron Diaz (Fiona) returning, and Zendaya joining the cast as Shrek and Fiona’s teenage daughter, Felicia.
The teaser released earlier this year signaled a return to the franchise’s signature humor, with playful internet references and returning characters like Pinocchio. Longtime fans can expect a continuation of the series’ quirky tone and heart.
DreamWorks Bets Big on Donkey and the Shrek Universe
With both Shrek 5 and the Donkey spinoff in production, it’s clear that DreamWorks sees long-term value in the franchise. While fans will need to wait until 2027 for Donkey’s film, the update is a reassuring sign that the studio is prioritizing quality storytelling and staying true to the series’ legacy.
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