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    Shrek

    The greatest fairy tale never told.

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    ★ 7.8 /10 · 19,028 1h 30m·PG
    AnimationComedyFantasy
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    Synopsis

    It ain't easy bein' green -- especially if you're a likable (albeit smelly) ogre named Shrek.On a mission to retrieve a gorgeous princess from the clutches of a fire-breathing dragon, Shrek teams up with an unlikely compatriot -- a wisecracking donkey.

    DirectorAndrew Adamson
    WriterTed Elliott
    MusicJohn Powell
    Top billed

    Cast

    Mike Myers headshot
    Mike Myers
    as Shrek / Blind Mouse (voice)
    Eddie Murphy headshot
    Eddie Murphy
    as Donkey (voice)
    Cameron Diaz headshot
    Cameron Diaz
    as Princess Fiona (voice)
    John Lithgow headshot
    John Lithgow
    as Lord Farquaad (voice)
    Vincent Cassel headshot
    Vincent Cassel
    as Monsieur Hood (voice)
    Peter Dennis headshot
    Peter Dennis
    as Ogre Hunter (voice)
    The facts

    Details

    Released
    2001
    Status
    Released
    Runtime
    1h 30m · 90 min
    Rating
    7.8 / 10 · 19,028 votes
    Certification
    PG
    Genres
    Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Adventure, Family
    Languages
    English
    Production
    Pacific Data Images, DreamWorks Animation, DreamWorks Pictures
    Budget
    $60M
    Box office
    $490M
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    Frequently asked questions

    Shrek is currently streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus (the United States). Availability varies by region; the streaming services on this page reflect what's licensed in the United States as of the latest TMDB Watch Providers refresh.
    In the United States, Shrek is streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus with a standard subscription. Streaming rights vary by country, so the answer changes outside the United States · check the watch providers section above for live data in your region.
    Shrek was released in 2001.
    Yes. Shrek is available to rent on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home in the United States. See the "Stream, rent or buy" section above for current pricing.
    Shrek has a runtime of 90 minutes (1h 30m).
    Shrek has an average rating of 7.8/10 based on 19,028 user votes (TMDB).
    Shrek grossed approximately $490M worldwide against a production budget of $60M.
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