Universal shakes up the summer blockbuster season, moving up 'Minions 3' to snatch 'Shrek 5's' coveted 4th of July release date.
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The 'Minions' franchise is getting a surprise boost, with 'Minions 3' now hitting theaters a full year earlier on July 4th, 2025.
'Shrek 5' has been pushed back to a prime Christmas 2026 release, signaling Universal's confidence in the enduring power of their yellow, babbling sidekicks.