Eddie Murphy finally gives updates on Shrek 5 and Donkey spin-offs, but fans beg for ‘real stars’ to have their moment

EDDIE Murphy has announced two new films, but fans think he’s missing a trick.

The Hollywood legend revealed he was expanding the Shrek franchise with two new films, and fans begged him to focus on different characters.

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Eddie, 63, opened up about Shrek during an interview shared on Monday.

In addition to confirming that two new films were in the works, he also shared that one of them could hit screens as soon as next year.

“We started doing Shrek four or five months ago. I did it – I shot the first act – and we’re going to do it this year, we’re going to finish it. Another Shrek is coming out,” said the comedy actor. Collider.

“And there’s a Donkey! Donkey is going to have his own movie. Let’s make a Donkey too. So let’s make a Shrek, and let’s make a Donkey.”

Eddie was then asked, “Are you recording them both now?”

“No, not at the same time. I started recording Shrek – and I think it will be released in 2025 – and we will do Donkey next,” the movie star revealed.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, fans were quick to express their excitement at seeing the new additions to the beloved franchise.

“Shrek 5 News & Donkey Ad? Shrek fans have been waiting for this day,” said one person.

“A possible 2025 Shrek 5 release date, best news of the day,” said one person.

However, one social media user found many people agreeing with them when they said they wanted a Shrek movie to focus entirely on different characters.

“Yes, but we need a spinoff for the Shrek princesses. The real ones know they carried it!” they insisted.

GOOD COP

While Eddie was talking about his work on Shrek, he was busy promoting his new film, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.

The actor recently reunited with his co-stars Judge Reinhold, 67, and John Ashton, 76, on the red carpet.

The Shrek franchise

Shrek was an instant hit when it was released in 2001 and spawned many sequels even before Eddie Murphy’s promise of a fifth film.

Shrek – 2001

Shrek 2 – 2004

Shrek the Third – 2007

Shrek Forever After – 2010

Puss in Boots – 2011

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish – 2022

Shrek has also secured plenty of content beyond the movies, including a musical, a Netflix show Puss in Boots, video games, and even theme park attractions.

The first Beverly Hills Cop film was released 40 years ago, in 1984, starring the same trio.

A second came in 1987, followed by a third in 1994.

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F will be released on Netflix on July 3rd, but fans have already been won over by the trailer.

Fans noticed that the trailer was full of references to the original, including the theme song and the character of Eddie (Axel) in his iconic Detroit Lions jacket.

“The new Beverly Hills Cop trailer has me excited to revisit that world again. And the mix of Axel F and Neutron Dance was the icing on the cake! Solid trailer. If they can capture some of the magic of the first two films, I’ll I’ll be happy,” said a fan to X.

“This got me excited. I wasn’t sure about it at first, but it looks good. Like the action and jokes are there. Plus adding Neutron Dance?! Let’s go!” a second exclaimed.

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