First Look at Shrek 5, New Gollum Film Casting and Star Trek Return

Hollywood is serving up a mix of nostalgia and new adventures in today's entertainment headlines.

Fans got their first preview of Shrek 5, which reunites original stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz. The teaser shows Shrek, Donkey and their friends finding themselves behind bars, hinting at another wild adventure. The film is scheduled for release in summer 2027, marking 17 years since the last installment in the franchise.

Meanwhile, the upcoming The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum has added a major star. Anya Taylor-Joy has joined the cast as an elf named Saren. The movie will also see Andy Serkis return as Gollum while serving as director. The film is expected to arrive in theaters next year.

And for sci-fi fans, a new trailer for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is offering a glimpse of what's ahead in season four. The latest season of the hit Paramount+ series premieres July 23 and will feature 10 new episodes.

From fairy tales to Middle-earth and deep space, there is plenty for fans to look forward to in the months ahead.