Cameron Diaz confirms return as Princess Fiona in 'Shrek 5' after nearly a decade, joining Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy

Cameron Diaz returns to one of her most recognized roles and confirms she will voice Princess Fiona again in ‘Shrek 5.' The actor shared the update during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, marking a major step in her comeback after nearly a decade away from acting.

The news brings renewed attention to the long-running animated franchise and its original cast.

'Shrek 5' cast and Cameron Diaz return

During her interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Diaz confirmed her return to the franchise. The film reunites her with Mike Myers, who voices Shrek, and Eddie Murphy, who plays Donkey. The last installment, ‘Shrek Forever After,' arrived years ago and set a long gap before this sequel.The film also expands the cast. Zendaya joins as Felicia, the daughter of Shrek and Fiona.

Skylar Gisondo voices Farkle, while Marcello Hernández voices Fergus. Conrad Vernon returns as the Gingerbread Man. The story continues the lives of Shrek and Fiona in Far Away, focusing on their family.The project marks Diaz’s return after she spent almost ten years away from Hollywood. Her comeback to a familiar role signals a continuation of a character closely tied to her career.

'Shrek 5' release date and franchise details

The release timeline for ‘Shrek 5’ has changed. The film was originally set for July 1, 2026, but has now been moved to June 30, 2027.

The shift sets a later timeline for the franchise's next chapter.Since its premiere, the 'Shrek' series has maintained a significant cultural influence. It built a global audience through humor and fairy-tale storytelling. With both new and returning characters, the new movie carries on that tradition.Diaz’s confirmation provides one of the clearest updates on the film since its 2024 announcement. Her appearance on 'The Tonight Show' Starring Jimmy Fallon marked the first time she confirmed her role on camera. With the original cast back and new voices in place, ‘Shrek 5’ revisits familiar characters and expands the story. The film continues the narrative of Shrek and Fiona’s family life in Far Far Away and brings the franchise back after a long gap.