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Lithgow Open to Lord Farquaad Prequel
5 Jun
Summary
- John Lithgow voiced the character Lord Farquaad in the first Shrek film.
- Lithgow is open to a prequel focusing on Lord Farquaad's early life.
- The fifth Shrek installment is set for a June 30, 2027 release.
John Lithgow, renowned for voicing the villainous Lord Farquaad in the initial Shrek film, has indicated his willingness to return for a new fairy tale centered on the character. Lithgow revealed on The Tonight Show that he is available for a prequel, acknowledging that his character was famously consumed by a dragon at the end of the first movie.
Lithgow highlighted that while his character's fate was sealed, he is open to a prequel exploring Lord Farquaad's backstory. This sentiment surfaces as the upcoming fifth Shrek installment is scheduled to hit theaters on June 30, 2027. The new film is set to bring back original voice actors and will focus on the children of Shrek and Fiona.
