Marcello Hernández and Skyler Gisondo have been cast as Shrek and Fiona's sons in the upcoming animated film Shrek 5. Hernández, known for his Saturday Night Live work, and Gisondo, who played Jimmy Olsen in Superman, will voice Fergus and Farkle. The movie is set for release on June 30, 2027.
Casting Details
Marcello Hernández, best known for his recurring role on Saturday Night Live, and Skyler Gisondo, who portrayed Jimmy Olsen in James Gunn's Superman, have joined the voice cast of Shrek 5. They will voice the characters of Fergus and Farkle, the sons of Shrek and Fiona. Hernández has also appeared in Happy Gilmore 2 and is slated to star in the upcoming comedy 72 Hours. Gisondo's previous credits include supporting roles in Licorice Pizza and Booksmart.
Returning and New Cast
The original stars are returning: Mike Myers as Shrek, Eddie Murphy as Donkey, and Cameron Diaz as Fiona. Zendaya joins the cast as the couple's daughter, Felicia. This marks a continuation of the beloved DreamWorks Animation franchise, which has grossed over $2.9 billion worldwide across four films.
Production Team
Shrek 5 is directed by Conrad Vernon and Walt Dohrn, with Brad Ableson co-directing. Vernon previously directed Shrek 2 and voices the Gingerbread Man, while Dohrn contributed to earlier Shrek films as a writer and artist. The film is produced by Gina Shay, who worked on Shrek Forever After, and Chris Meledandri, head of Illumination and producer of hits like Despicable Me and The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Universal Pictures will distribute the film.
Franchise Background
Rebooting Shrek has been a priority for the studio, building on the series' success that includes a Broadway musical, spin-offs like Puss in Boots, and attractions at Universal Studios parks.