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An Upcoming untitled Donkey spin-off film is being developed at DreamWorks Animation. It's expected to be a spin-off from the Shrek franchise, starring the character Donkey.
Cast[]
- Eddie Murphy as Donkey
- Frank Welker as Dragon
Development[]
In January 2023, in an interview with ETalk, when asked about the mid-credits teaser of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Eddie Murphy expressed his enthusiasm in reprising his role as Donkey; whether in another Shrek film or a spin-off starring his character, being quoted as saying: "I'd do it in two seconds".
In April 2023, Chris Meledandri confirmed that Shrek 5 was still being discussed, with Myers, Cameron Diaz and Murphy in talks to reprise their roles. Around the same time, a Donkey spin-off film, which he got the idea to develop after hearing Murphy's comments, was also discussed- showing excitement at Murphy's dedication for his role.
In April In June 2024, as he promoted Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Murphy not only updated the progress of Shrek 5 by announcing that he had recorded the film's first act for a 2025 (later confirmed 2026) release window; but similarly confirmed that a Donkey spin-off film active in development would follow the anticipated fifth Shrek installment.
Trivia[]
- The Donkey Spin-off is the third Shrek Spinoff, after Puss in Boots and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.
