Somebody Once Told Me… LEGO Shrek CMFs Are Finally Here!
After years of wishful thinking from fans, LEGO has officially announced Collectible Minifigures Series 71053, inspired by the beloved world of DreamWorks’ Shrek. The series features 12 collectible characters, giving fans the chance to bring the magic, humour, and fairy-tale chaos of the movies to their LEGO collections. The series will be available from 1 September 2026.
The lineup includes:
- Shrek
- Princess Fiona
- Donkey
- Puss in Boots
- Pinocchio
- Gingy (The Gingerbread Man)
- Dragon
- Thelonious
- Big Bad Wolf
- Merlin
- Lord Farquaad
- Fairy Godmother
- Prince Charming
Each minifigure comes with themed accessories that reference memorable moments from the films, making them perfect for both display and recreating your favourite scenes from Far Far Away.
The Shrek franchise first burst onto cinema screens in 2001, produced by DreamWorks Animation. Loosely inspired by William Steig’s children’s book, the film turned classic fairy tales on their heads with its clever humour, unforgettable characters, and countless pop culture references. Instead of the traditional handsome prince, audiences fell in love with a grumpy green ogre who simply wanted to be left alone in his swamp.
The movie was an instant success, winning the very first Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and spawning multiple sequels, spin-offs, television specials, and video games. Along the way, characters like Donkey, Puss in Boots, and the hilariously over-the-top Lord Farquaad became household names, while quotes such as “What are you doing in my swamp?” and the opening notes of All Star became part of pop culture history.
With Series 71053, LEGO has captured the charm and personality of these iconic characters in minifigure form. Whether you’re hoping to collect the entire cast or simply trying to get your favourite character, this is shaping up to be one of the most exciting licensed CMF series in recent years.
For fans who grew up laughing at Shrek’s adventures, these minifigures are more than just collectibles—they’re a nostalgic trip back to a time when fairy tales were turned upside down, and an unlikely hero from a swamp reminded us that true beauty comes from within.
Source: LEGO
