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Eugenio Derbez to Voice Donkey Again in Shrek 5 After Winning OK to Adapt Latin Script

The deal grants him leeway to tailor dialogue for Latin American audiences.

Overview

  • Derbez confirmed his return during a media scrum at the LOL: Buscando Talento red carpet in Monterrey, Mexico.
  • He said dubbing studios invited him back and he accepted once assured he could shape the Spanish-language dialogue.
  • His participation addresses months of doubt about the Latin American dub even as other casting details remain undisclosed.
  • Variety has reported a new June 30, 2027 release date after the film shifted from an earlier 2026 window.
  • Regional coverage notes his localized humor previously helped the franchise resonate in Latin America, and news of his return drew positive reactions.