When the Shrek 5 trailer dropped, fans were buzzing—but not about the casting of Zendaya as Shrek and Fiona’s daughter. Instead, all eyes were on the shockingly polished redesigns of Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey.
The internet immediately exploded with theories. Some suggested the new look had an AI-generated feel, lacking the charm of the original films. Others simply hated it. But the biggest roast? That came straight from Sonic himself.
Sonic’s Perfect Response
The official Sonic movie TikTok joined the conversation in the best way possible—by trolling.
Their post featured the text: “Any green ogres looking for advice, take notes,” alongside a clip of Sonic’s infamous original (and terrifying) movie design transforming into the fan-approved final version.
A brutal but accurate reminder that sometimes, listening to fans actually works.
Remember When Sonic Got It Right?
Back in 2019, Sonic’s first cinematic look was horrifying. Tiny eyes, weirdly human teeth—it was nightmare fuel. The internet went ballistic, and for once, Hollywood actually listened. The film was delayed and redesigned, resulting in the successful Sonic we know today.
That fix paved the way for two sequels, a Knuckles spin-off, and a confirmed Sonic 4. Proof that sometimes, fan outrage pays off.
Will Shrek Get the Same Treatment?
With Shrek 5 not due until December 2026, there’s plenty of time for changes. Sonic’s redesign happened in just nine months—DreamWorks has more than double that.
Will they listen to the fans and tweak the designs? Or will we be stuck with AI-core Shrek and Donkey? Time will tell.
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