EntertainmentShrek 5 plot leak sparks fan backlash over originality

Shrek 5 plot leak sparks fan backlash over originality

Unofficial leaks reveal that in "Shrek 5," the daughter will cause the main characters significant problems. Fans are criticizing this plot idea, considering it unoriginal.

Shrek 5 plot
Shrek 5 plot
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Thirteen years after the premiere of the last installment, "Shrek 5" is set to hit theaters soon. The premiere is scheduled for December 2026, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the debut of the first film. In this production, we will once again enjoy beloved actors such as Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz. Zendaya will also join the cast, lending her voice to Shrek's daughter.

"Shrek 5" - What is known about the movie?

The first trailer of "Shrek 5" has elicited mixed feelings. The criticism primarily stems from the changed animation style. Fans are calling for a return to the original style, comparing the situation to the well-known case of the movie "Sonic the Hedgehog".

Recently, unofficial information about the plot of "Shrek 5" has emerged online, sparking considerable controversy and disappointment among fans of the series. The source of the leak is a person known on social media as MyTimeToShineHello, who previously revealed Zendaya's role as Shrek's daughter—a detail that was later confirmed.

"Shrek 5" - The plot

According to the leaks, the plot of "Shrek 5" revolves around a clichéd theme: "Shrek’s daughter (played by Zendaya) practices magic and accidentally transports Shrek and Donkey to the real world. And now they must find a way back because she doesn’t know the spell to bring them home."

The leaked plot has faced considerable criticism. Fans have unanimously deemed the idea unoriginal, noting that it has already been used in "The Smurfs" and "Looney Tunes".

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