The first trailer for Shrek 5 has been released. Fans are not hiding their disappointment

On June 2024, Eddie Murphy delivered exciting news to fans – work had begun on another installment of the cult film series about the green ogre. A few months after this announcement, the first teaser for the new spectacle surfaced online, which not only reveals the cast, including Zendaya among others, but also shows what the characters look like after many years.

Announcement of a new chapter

The teaser offers a first glimpse of the upcoming film, which is set to be a return to a world filled with magic, humor, and unconventional characters. The video also introduces new incarnations of the classic characters, presenting them in a refreshed look that immediately sparked lively reactions online.

Controversies and criticism

Despite the excitement surrounding Shrek’s return, not all fans received the new teaser positively. Numerous critical comments appeared on social media, addressing both the animation itself and the content presented in the trailer. According to some viewers, the altered appearance of the characters does not capture the spirit of the original series, and the new humor along with numerous references to popular trends like TikTok may not appeal to fans of the classic style.

Comments under the teaser have been disabled, preventing viewers from freely expressing their opinions on the film. The number of “dislikes” (270,000) has more than doubled the number of “likes” (128,000), which clearly indicates a critical reception of the teaser.

What’s next?

Perhaps the creators will take the fans’ criticism into account and revise their plans. History shows that similar situations have occurred before and that the creators managed to come out unscathed. The film’s premiere is scheduled for December 2026, leaving plenty of time to refine all the details.