Shrek (2001)★ 8.1/10
- Adventure
- Animation
- Comedy
- Family
- Fantasy
- Romance
Directed by: Andrew Adamson, Vicky Jenson
Written by: William Steig, Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio, Joe Stillman, Roger S.H. Schulman
The evil Lord Farquaad decides to deport different fairy tale creatures to the swamp of an ogre named Shrek, who must go on a quest to find Princess Fiona as part of a pact he makes with Farquaad. But it will not be an easy task because Fiona is not just any princess and hides a secret that changes everything.
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7Cast & crew
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Mike MyersShrekvoice
Eddie MurphyDonkeyvoice
Cameron DiazPrincess Fionavoice
John LithgowLord Farquaadvoice
Vincent CasselMonsieur Hoodvoice
Peter DennisOgre Huntervoice
Clive PearseOgre Huntervoice
Jim CummingsCaptain of Guardsvoice
Bobby BlockBaby Bearvoice
Chris MillerGeppettovoice
Cody CameronPinnochiovoice
Kathleen FreemanOld WomanvoiceVideos
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Awards · 11 wins, 15 nominations
See all ›- WinnerAcademy Awards, USA 2002Oscar · Best Animated Feature
- WinnerBAFTA Awards 2002BAFTA Film Award · Best Screenplay - Adapted
- WinnerAcademy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA 2002Saturn Award · Best DVD Special Edition Release
- NomineeGolden Globes, USA 2002Golden Globe · Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical
- NomineeBAFTA Awards 2002BAFTA Film Award · Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role
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IsidroHiltonlavozDecember 7, 2024
IsidroHiltonlavozDecember 7, 2024Very funny Shrek, you really laugh until you can't.
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SirCoconut123September 11, 2024
SirCoconut123September 11, 2024“Shrek” is a medieval fairy tale infused with the quirks of modern life. It’s packed with comedic moments, though none are rib-cracking laughs, and every twist feels more like a silly skit. The dialogue is excessive and noisy, and the only redeeming factor is the film’s well-chosen soundtrack.
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engiesSeptember 11, 2024
engiesSeptember 11, 2024While I personally enjoy Shrek, it highlights some of DreamWorks’ early pitfalls. The world-building feels shallow, making it hard to develop a more layered franchise. The visuals look more like live-action films, and the main characters are quite stereotypical. Yet, it’s undeniably a fun and insightful adult fairy tale.
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BB_BALDUÍNOMarch 17, 2024
BB_BALDUÍNOMarch 17, 2024A classic animated film that upends the fairy tale genre, "Shrek" blends various fairy tale characters and elements with a heavy dose of tongue-in-cheek humor. The plot is fantastic, offering freshness and creativity, with several transitions that stand out.
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bo1fingMarch 17, 2024
bo1fingMarch 17, 2024DreamWorks' humor hits the mark, and the unconventional plot is commendable. The screenplay boasts an unexpected complexity, and the voice actors' performances add significant depth, enriching the themes and core of the story. It's undoubtedly one of the animated films worth watching, but certain parts of the animation are notably unpolished, possibly due to budget constraints.
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thbzcrt_7November 23, 2023
thbzcrt_7November 23, 2023Seriously, I’ve watched this movie at least ten times. It's a fairytale for adults. The background with the swaying grass and drifting clouds, coupled with the iconic voice-acting… I didn't just fall in love with the story, I fell for that world on the screen. When the unclassical becomes a classic, when going against tradition becomes the tradition, and when a particularity becomes the norm, any sequels are simply subpar.
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troyd-3November 23, 2023
troyd-3November 23, 2023Genre subversion isn't the same as parodying. What made "Shrek" such a hit is how it 'breaks the truth' and destroys the 'consensus' of mainstream consciousness and injects new ideas, thereby grabbing people's attention and triggering deeper reflections, delivering a whole new kind of thrill.
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Plantão CinéfiloDecember 29, 2021
Plantão CinéfiloDecember 29, 2021My kind of hero
One of the, if not the, greatest and most creative takes on fairy tales to this day, and the same goes for the main character. Extremely original, enjoyable, and the perfect adventure all around. A favorite.
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Lautaro LOctober 13, 2021
Lautaro LOctober 13, 2021A landmark for modern animation
Dreamworks nailed the charismatic ogre and his adventure to save a princess imprisoned in a castle in exchange for regaining his peace of mind in his swamp. Funny, with numerous winks and parodies of classic fairy tales and although the animation over the years has been somewhat blurred (especially with human beings), it is still very entertaining and a true animation landmark.
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MarisuriMay 5, 2026
MarisuriMay 5, 2026Me gustó mucho pero lo malo fue que los demás capítulos había magia y hechicerías y brujas volando la verdad no me gustó eso
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Ruby DayanaMarch 31, 2026
Ruby DayanaMarch 31, 2026good
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benjaa LoncoyNovember 8, 2025
benjaa LoncoyNovember 8, 2025Contains spoilers
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Marlene Hinojosa AltamiranoJanuary 13, 2025
Marlene Hinojosa AltamiranoJanuary 13, 2025De las mejores Peliculas de Animación!!!
Shrek 2001
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fedeicasuriagaDecember 24, 2024
fedeicasuriagaDecember 24, 2024¿Cuál es su animal favorito del cine?
El mío el burro de Shrek o Hachiko, que siempre me hace llorar.
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Esteban EordoghDecember 10, 2025
Esteban EordoghDecember 10, 2025Shrek (2001): El Ogro que Cambió el Juego
🐸 Puntuación de la Crítica: 🍅 88% | Favorita del Público: 🍿 90% Cuando Shrek irrumpió en las salas, no solo nos dio una película; nos entregó una declaración de guerra contra los cuentos de hadas tradicionales. La trama…
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