Raising Shrek 5 release date and rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Shrek 5 release date: DreamWorks Animation and Universal have scheduled Shrek 5 for US theaters on June 30, 2027, per Variety and Wikipedia, as of October 2026. The date has moved twice, from July 1, 2026, and then December 23, 2026. The film isn't rated yet in the US, UK, or Germany. For context, the previous film, Shrek Forever After (2010), is rated PG in the US, U in the UK, and 6 in Germany.
Shrek 5 at a glance
- –Official rating above age 7
Not rated yet - –Violence in rating descriptors
Not rated yet - –Scary content in rating descriptors
Not rated yet - –Bad language in rating descriptors
Not rated yet - –Sexual content, drugs, or alcohol in rating descriptors
Not rated yet - –Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
Not rated yet
Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count. Rating reasons marked mild, very mild, or brief don't count.
| Type | Upcoming DreamWorks Animation film for Universal, the fifth Shrek movie source |
|---|---|
| US release date | June 30, 2027 (scheduled, as of October 2026, per Variety and Wikipedia) source |
| Ratings | Not rated yet by the MPA, BBFC, or FSK (as of October 2026) |
| Shrek Forever After (2010), for context: US (MPA) | PG (parental guidance suggested; no age limit) — mild action, some rude humor, brief language source |
| Shrek Forever After (2010), for context: UK and Germany | BBFC U (universal; suitable for all) — mild fight scenes; FSK 6 (from age 6; per German listings) source |
| Shrek Forever After (2010), for context: Common Sense Media | 6+ (independent nonprofit) |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What is Shrek 5?
Short answer: The fifth Shrek film, from DreamWorks Animation and Universal, directed by Conrad Vernon and Walt Dohrn.
Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz return, and Zendaya joins the cast, per Wikipedia. An official teaser trailer was released in June 2026.
When does Shrek 5 come out?
Short answer: June 30, 2027, in the US.
It was first set for July 1, 2026, then moved to December 23, 2026, and then to June 30, 2027, per Variety; Wikipedia still listed June 30, 2027, as of August 2026. As of October 2026, we couldn't confirm a UK release date.
Shrek 5 rating: what we know
Short answer: It isn't rated yet.
As of October 2026, the MPA's database has no listing for Shrek 5, and the BBFC and FSK haven't rated it. For context, here's Shrek Forever After (2010):
- US (MPA): PG, for mild action, some rude humor, and brief language.
- UK (BBFC): U, contains mild fight scenes.
- Germany (FSK): 6.
The BBFC mentions a character threatened with a knife, a dark fantasy world, and a fire-breathing dragon. DreamWorks' Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) was rated higher: MPA PG including some scary moments, BBFC PG, Common Sense Media 8+.
Why young kids know Shrek
Per Wikipedia, Shrek is the second-highest-grossing animated franchise, and Shrek Forever After grossed $752.6 million. Wikipedia also reports that Just Play was named the global master toy licensee for Shrek 5 in May 2025.
Try tonight: what's up to us
Tell your child the new Shrek isn't out until summer 2027. Draw two baskets on paper and ask: "Can we make the movie come sooner? What can we choose tonight?" Put the release date in one basket and tonight's choice in the other. In our program, this is the lesson "Two Baskets": what's up to me, and what isn't.
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FAQ
When is the Shrek 5 release date?
DreamWorks and Universal have scheduled Shrek 5 for US theaters on June 30, 2027, as of October 2026.
What is Shrek 5 rated?
It isn't rated yet. The previous film, Shrek Forever After (2010), is PG in the US, U in the UK, and 6 in Germany.
Was Shrek 5 delayed?
Yes, twice: from July 1, 2026, to December 23, 2026, and then to June 30, 2027.
Who is in the Shrek 5 cast?
Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz return, and Zendaya joins, per Wikipedia.
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