Prince Charming is a character from the Shrek franchise who first appeared in "Shrek 2" and then in "Shrek the Third." He is based on Prince Charming from other fairytales but he's not very "charming" though. He's shown to be very pompous, arrogant and self centered. He's actually the son of The Fairy Godmother who ended up more like a witch! In Shrek 2, Prince Charming was a supporting villain who tried to get Princess Fiona to fall in love him with the help of his mother who was the main villain. In Shrek the Third, after his mother got vanquished at the end of the second movie, he became the main villain who was trying to get rid of Shrek and forcibly crown himself the new king of Far Far Away. He's one of my favorite characters from the franchise! Long adored as a captivating villain, there are aspects of Prince Charming's story that are shrouded in mystery, leaving me yearning for answers. What exactly was he the prince of? How did he earn his title when his mother, The Fairy Godmother, wasn't even a queen? And most intriguingly, what happened to his father? Not only that but he was totally absent in "Shrek Forever After." However, he was briefly seen in the short films "Scared Shrekless" and "Thriller Night" with some very minor roles and appeared in several of the Shrek video games. But they weren't enough! I'm very curious to know what actually happened to him after the events of the third movie! Charming was a significant character in "Shrek 2 and "Shrek the Third" yet his character arc remains incomplete. A beloved character in his own right, he deserves more than just a spot in our memories. As the Shrek franchise evolves, offering fresh narratives and rekindling old tales, there's no better time to explore new storylines that delve deeper into our favorite characters’ pasts. However, Dreamworks recently announced Shrek 5 scheduled for release in 2027! This is the beginning of many possible new opportunities for the beloved Franchise! While I'm very excited about Shrek 5, I'm not totally sure if DreamWorks will actually include Prince Charming. If he does end up being absent again, then I really think they should bring him back in any possible upcoming Shrek or Shrek related projects. Why not give Prince Charming the chance to shine on his own, perhaps in a standalone movie that explores his background? Such a comeback would surely captivate audiences old and new, as those familiar with the Shrek series eagerly return to witness the continuation and expansion of its enchanted world. A new film focusing on Prince Charming wouldn’t just be entertaining—it would address unanswered questions and inconsistencies that had previously gone unnoticed. We, the fans, have been loyal to the Shrek series for years, enjoying the laughter and lessons each installment has brought us. In 2027, another chapter begins, and our voices should be heard. Let us rally together to tell DreamWorks how much Prince Charming means to us and how essential his return is for an even richer Shrek universe. Join me in asking DreamWorks to consider our plea and give Prince Charming, the prince we never knew enough about, his fair share of screen time in either the upcoming Shrek 5 or any other possible upcoming Shrek or Shrek related projects. Sign this petition and help us bring back Prince Charming!!