Best Movies about Shrek

Movies about Shrek

Arguably the most culturally impactful Dreamworks film franchise in existence, the Shrek universe took the world by storm in some strange yet admirable ways. Adored by kids and adults alike upon its release, the fandom that was birthed from this animated film series rivals Harry Potter, Star Wars, or Lord of the Rings in the way that it impacted viewers. From Shrek-themed weddings and parties all the way to religious practices, fans took the love for their new favorite character to bizarre–and sometimes disturbing–heights.

Praised for its endless references to pop culture and classic fairy tales, it’s really no surprise that people connected with this fantastical adventure of a story. What really makes this premise unique is that this animated feature stars a near-absolute anti-hero; one that many fans have claimed to relate deeply to. Making an ogre–one of mythology’s most creepy and disgusting man-eating creatures–the main character of a story turned out to be an excellent choice for Dreamworks to run with, especially with the cast of zany characters that were chosen to be alongside him. One of these counterparts is Puss in Boots: a hilariously chaotic character that earned his own spinoff movies thanks to this franchise. With over 20 years of Shrek in existence, the series has evolved with the newest feature Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. There are already confirmations of a Shrek 5 taking place in the next few years as well. Shrek is Love / Shrek is Life.

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How to Watch the Shrek Movies in Order

The first of the movies that star our furry little friend, Puss in Boots is the spinoff that cemented the character as a standalone. Joined by his team of compadres, Puss (Antonio Banderas) is on the hunt for the golden eggs of the fairytale character, the Golden Goose in order to undo the charges and suspicions against him. Framed as a sort of Zorro meets Batman character, Puss–voice-acted stupendously by Banderas–and Kitty Softpaws (Salma Hayek) have a wonderful chemistry that entertainingly shadows a Batman and Catwoman dynamic.

Kde se dívat: Rent on Amazon Prime Video

2. Shrek (2001)

The legendary, pop-culture phenomenon that started it all, Shrek is a tour-de-force of Dreamworks animation productions that changed the future of Dreamworks animation. Incessantly pestered by numerous fairytale creatures and soldiers of the kingdom, Shrek (Mike Meyers) is sent on a reluctant mission to save Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz) so he can finally earn some peace and quiet. Highlighted by spot-on pop-culture references of the time, talented voice performances, and the industry-changing soundtrack, it’s no wonder this franchise has gone on to do so much since its release.

Kde se dívat: Stream on Peacock or rent on Amazon and other platforms

3. Shrek 2 (2004)

Hailed as a masterfully successful sequel that kept the Shrek spirit alive, Shrek 2 takes zero missteps in the continuation of the Shrek-iverse. Summoned to the kingdom of Far, Far Away by her parents, Fiona and Shrek travel way out of his comfort zone in order to meet the standards and expectations that come with marrying into royalty. With the ever-successful side character, Donkey (Eddie Murphy) returning again for this film, it was a pleasant surprise to add Puss in Boots into this film initially as an antagonist before swiftly transitioning to yet another member of their quirky troupe.

Kde se dívat: Stream on Peacock or rent on Amazon and other platforms

4. Shrek Třetí (2007)

Ramping up its endless references to pop culture and phenomena, Shrek the Third satisfies the thirst for more Shrek but suffers a bit in narrative cohesion and the heart and soul that it began with. When Shrek learns that he is next in the line of royalty, he searches the kingdom desperately for the only other known member of the royal bloodline, Artie (Justin Timberlake) in order to shirk his responsibility as heir to the throne. Despite losing a bit of overall quality, the action, jokes, and occasional darkness of this movie make for a pleasant viewing experience for any Shrek fan.

Kde se dívat: Rent/Buy on Amazon and other platforms

5. Shrek navždy po (2010)

Taking on a noticeable change in tone both in animation and writing, Shrek Forever After does its part to add to the universe but ultimately doesn’t stay true to the original. In a rut of a mid-life crisis and missing his old lifestyle of solitude, Shrek unwittingly makes a deal with Rumpelstiltskin (Walt Dohrn) that sends him into an alternate, terrifying universe where Rumpelstiltskin rules and chaos reigns. Though the most hardcore fans might disagree, this addition to the franchise simply looks and feels very out of place in the normally tone-consistent series.

Kde se dívat: Stream on FuboTV and DirecTV, or rent on Amazon and other platforms

6. Kocour v botách: Poslední přání (2022)

A smashingly successful sequel in the Puss in Boots series, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish takes a giant leap into the future of action animation and storytelling in a fantastic way. After living a life of adventure and reckless abandon and plowing through 8 of his 9 lives, Puss must go on a journey to find the mythical Last Wish: a sought-after gauntlet of personalized trials that will earn the victor a magical wish. Impressively improved animation aside, this movie does a fantastic job writing its narrative and characters, including and especially Wolf (Wagner Moura): a villain that is arguably one of the best animated villains since Scar of The Lion King.

Kde se dívat: Stream on Netflix or rent on Amazon and other platforms

The Shrek Movies by Release Date

Want to watch the Shrek films in the order they were released? Here’s the release order of every movie:

Shrek (2001)
Shrek 2 (2004)
Shrek třetí (2007)
Shrek navždy po (2010)
Kocour v botách (2011)
Kocour v botách: Poslední přání (2022)
Shrek 5 (TBA)

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Films: Shrek

2022
US
1h 42min
PG

Režie: Joel Crawford
Hrají: Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Harvey Guillén, Florence Pugh, Olivia Colman, Ray Winstone, Samson Kayo, John Mulaney, Wagner Moura, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Anthony Mendez

Puss in Boots has run through eight of his nine lives. To replenish his lives, he must find the last wish.

Shrek’s Thrilling Tales

2012
US
31min

Hrají: Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy

Thrilling stories for Halloween from everyone’s favourite animated ogre and friends.

Kocour v botách

2011
US
1h 30min
U

Režie: Chris Miller
Napsal: Tom Wheeler, David H Steinberg, Brian Lynch
Hrají: Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Zach Galifianakis, Billy Bob Thornton, Amy Sedaris, Zeus Mendoza, Constance Marie, Guillermo del Toro, Bob Joles
UK vydání: 9 2011 prosince

Puss (Banderas) and Humpty Dumpty (Galifianakis) attempt to steal magic beans from Jack and Jill, with Hayek as feline accomplice Kitty Softpaws. Given the slackening quality of the Shrek franchise, the surprise is that this imaginative romp was one of the 2011’s best animated family films.

Shrek navždy poté

2010
US
1h 33min
PG

Režie: Mike Mitchell
Napsal: William Steig, Josh Klausner, Darren Lemke
Hrají: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, Antonio Banderas, Walt Dohrn, Jon Hamm, Jane Lynch, Craig Robinson

A fourth and final instalment, rebooting the flagging franchise with a new alternate-reality twist which sees Shrek escape fatherhood for a one-day return to his bachelor years. A warmed-over sequel that lazily re-configures familiar elements to mildly pleasing effect.

Vyděšený Shrekless

2010
US
26min

Režie: Gary Trousdale, Raman Hui
Hrají: Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Antonio Banderas

Halloween stories from Shrek.

Shrek Třetí

2007
US
1h 32min
U

Režie: Chris Miller, Raman Hui (co-director)
Hrají: Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, Antonio Banderas, Julie Andrews, John Cleese, Rupert Everett, Eric Idle, Justin Timberlake

The green ogre (voiced by Myers) runs away from parental and royal responsibility to go on a journey with loyal companions Donkey (Murphy) and Puss in Boots (Banderas) to seek out another heir to the throne (Timberlake). The third instalment of this blockbuster phenomenon feels a bit formulaic now but there are enough…

Shrek the Halls

2007
US
21min

Režie: Gary Trousdale
Hrají: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz

The characters from Shrek do some Christmassy things. Well, it is a Christmas film.

Shrek 2

2004
US
1h 32min
U

Režie: Andrew Adamson, Kelly Asbury, Conrad Vernon
Hrají: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, Antonio Banderas, Julie Andrews, John Cleese, Rupert Everett, Jennifer Saunders

Patchy, episodic sequel to DreamWorks’ inspired, satirical riff on Disney fairy tales, this fails to replicate the magic of the original. Back from honeymoon, swamp-dwelling Shrek and his bride, Princess Fiona are invited to visit his in-laws, King Harold and Queen Lillian, rulers of the kingdom of Far Far Away.

Šrek

2001
US
1h 30min
U

Režie: Andrew Adamson, Vicky Jenson
Napsal: Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio, Joe Stillman, Roger SH Schulman
Hrají: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, John Lithgow

Shrek nechá Walta Disneyho otočit svou kryogenní mrazicí nádrž. Tento skutečně podvratný animovaný film pořizuje záběry z pohádkové mytologie, přičemž vyzdvihuje milovanou Sněhurku, Popelku, Pinocchia a spol. Pod rouškou výpravy za záchranou princezny před drakem, kterou podnikl stejnojmenný zelený…

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Shrek: Here’s how to watch the movies, the shorts, the TV show and more (Puss N Boots included!)

Anyone who thought the Shrek franchise was over shouldn’t have counted out the enduring power of Puss in Boots. His latest outing, 2022’s Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, has breathed new life into the main series, with rumors stirring that a fifth Shrek movie is in the works because there is nothing that Hollywood loves more than a sequel.

If you want to rewatch every movie in the Shrek series in order, there are two ways to do it – chronological or release order. Both have their merits, so it really depends on how you want to relive your journey to Far, Far Away.

How to watch the Shrek films in chronological order

Most of the Shrek movies take place in the order they were released, with the notable exception of Puss in Boots, which is a prequel that takes place before Shrek and Donkey ever meet. Otherwise, the chronological order is the same as the release order for the Shrek franchise.

Here is every movie in the Shrek franchise in chronological order:

Kocour v botách (2011)
Shrek (2001)
Shrek in the Swamp Karaoke Dance Party (2001)
Scared 4-D (2003)
Shrek 2 (2004)
Far Far Away Idol (2004)
Shrek třetí (2007)
Shrek the Halls (2007)
Shrek navždy po (2010)
Scared Shrekless (2010)
Donkey’s Caroling Christmas-tacular (2010)
Shrek’s Yule Log (2010)
The Pig Who Cried Werewolf (2011)
Thriller Night (2011)
Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos (2011)
The Adventures of Puss in Boots Seasons 1-4 (2015-2017)
Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale (2017)
The Adventures of Puss in Boots Seasons 5-6 (2017-2018)
Kocour v botách: Poslední přání (2022)
Puss in Boots: The Trident (2023)

How to watch the Shrek films in release order

The short answer is that we don’t know what the future holds for Shrek. There are rumors that we’ll be getting a fifth movie in the future, but nothing has been confirmed so far by either the studio or the cast. Until it is, it is best to take that chatter with a grain of salt and wait for something more substantial to be announced. However, considering the surprise success of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, we’d be surprised if conversations weren’t happening about the next chapter of the Shrek story.

Where to watch the Shrek franchise

Unfortunately, there isn’t a single site that has the rights to every Shrek movie. Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is currently on Netflix, while the first Puss in Boots movie comes with an Amazon Prime subscription. However, to watch the Shrek movies, you’ll need either a Hulu or Peacock subscription, making it difficult to have a Shrek movie marathon without spending a bit of money.

Making matters more complicated is that most of the holiday specials like Scared Shrekless and Thriller Night were included as DVD bonus features and never got a stand-alone release, so tracking them down can be difficult. The most bizarre release of all, however, has to be 2011’s The Pig Who Cried Werewolf, which was released as a 3D video on the Nintendo 3DS.

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