Zendaya Joins Shrek 5 as Felicia

In a major win for fans of DreamWorks’ legendary Shrek franchise, Zendaya has officially joined Shrek 5 as Felicia, the teenage daughter of Shrek and Fiona. This announcement instantly set social media on fire, and AO Network is here to break down what it means for the culture, nostalgia, and the franchise’s future.

The first teaser trailer has dropped, featuring the return of Mike Myers (Shrek), Eddie Murphy (Donkey), and Cameron Diaz (Fiona), alongside Zendaya’s fresh take on Felicia. From what we’ve seen, Felicia has her mother’s fiery spirit—complete with red hair, an edgy nose ring, and the kind of attitude that Gen Z and millennials alike will love.

For AO Network, this move makes perfect sense. Zendaya is already a generational talent, seamlessly balancing blockbuster franchises like Dune and Spider-Man while remaining deeply rooted in Black and Brown representation. Seeing her voice a character in a franchise that defined childhoods in the 2000s? That’s a full-circle moment.

Shrek 5 is set to drop on December 23, 2026—lining up perfectly with the original film’s 25th anniversary. With DreamWorks doubling down on nostalgia and fresh storytelling, this could be a major box office and streaming hit.

Stay tuned for more Shrek 5 updates right here on AO Network.

Watch the teaser trailer now: