So, Shrek 5 news. Universal just suspended the release of Shrek 5 for July 2026, and now we gotta wait until December 23, 2026. This was supposed to be our summer OGre experience, but now we’re getting the Christmas special of Shrek, and it’s causing emotional damage.
We were so close to getting that Shrek x 25th anniversary collab, and now we just gotta chill till December when we’ll have to fight off Jumanji 4 and Ice Age 6 to get our ogre fix. We still ride or die for Shrek, so it’s gonna slap regardless.
While we wait to get that Shrek in December, let’s talk about Shrek memes in the meantime. These memes are literally top-tier—like, no cap. They’re gonna carry us through this painful delay.
So here’s the ultimate rundown of the 20 most relatable Shrek memes that are about to have you howling (lol, get it?) while you sit through the “we’re sorry, it’s postponed” phase:
1. Me: I’m focused
Why be serious when you can think about SHRONK instead? 💀
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2. It’s warm, not hot
When your parents gaslight you into burning your tongue.
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3. Microwave POV
Your food can’t unsee the Shrek face pressed against the door.
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4. You sure?
Shrek, the ultimate green flag, breaking stereotypes since 2001.
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5. Front camera surprise
When the front camera captures your ogre essence.
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6. Pre-broke vibes
You’re not broke until you check your balance and hear sad violin music.
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7. Don’t push it
Some days just showing up is the hardest part of the job.
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8. Light venting
Started with a vent, and ended with everyone needing therapy.
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9. Shrek’s blank stare
When someone’s telling me a long story, I unintentionally zone out.
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10. Listening politely
Listening but low-key thinking, "You bought this on yourself, buddy".
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11. Shrek-level rage
Is this some kind of cruel joke? Because I’m losing it.
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12. Life goes on, right?
When you treat your life like a sitcom, the audience is stunned.
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13. Is this a joke?
And now you’re at the party, feeling like Shrek in a pink glitter dress.
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14. Trying to stay calm
Am I the problem or is everyone just testing my patience?
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15. Future in my hands?
That moment you remember your future depends on you, and now you’re overthinking like a Shrek meme in real life.
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16. It wasn't that bad
Well, at least it’s finished. Now I can go back to pretending I didn’t just embarrass myself in front of everyone.
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17. Absolutely no clue
When your brain asks the questions you didn’t even think about.
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18. Completely blank
When you realize you’ve entered the room with a purpose, but your brain has different plans.
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19. Well, we are weak
We’re weak… but that’s why Shrek exists.
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20. How could you??!
Oh no, there goes my masterpiece... I mean, my nonexistent masterpiece!
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And while we hold our breath for Shrek 5 in 2026, one thing remains constant: Shrek memes. As the movie release is postponed, we now must keep the meme train rolling and laugh at those old, classic ogre moments that have moved us to tears over the years with laughter.