Shrek (2001)

Overview

"Shrek" (English: Shrek) is a 2001 American computer-animated fantasy comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation and distributed by DreamWorks Pictures. The film was directed by Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson, with a screenplay by Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio, Joe Stillman, and Roger S.H. Schulman. It is based on William Steig's children's book Shrek! (1990).

Plot

The life of the green ogre Shrek (Mike Myers) on his beloved swamp is turned upside down when Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow) banishes all fairy-tale creatures from the kingdom of Duloc right onto that swamp. To regain his peace, Shrek makes a deal with Farquaad: he will rescue Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz) from a dragon-guarded tower in exchange for ownership of the swamp. Accompanied by the talkative Donkey (Eddie Murphy), Shrek embarks on an adventure that unexpectedly turns into a story of love and friendship, breaking the stereotypes of traditional fairy tales.

Cast

• Mike Myers — Shrek
• Eddie Murphy — Donkey
• Cameron Diaz — Princess Fiona
• John Lithgow — Lord Farquaad
• Vincent Cassel — Monsieur Hood (French dub)

Crew

• Directors: Andrew Adamson, Vicky Jenson
• Screenwriters: Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio, Joe Stillman, Roger S.H. Schulman
• Producers: Aron Warner, John H. Williams, Jeffrey Katzenberg
• Composer: Harry Gregson-Williams
• Studio: DreamWorks Animation, Pacific Data Images (PDI)

Awards

The film won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature (the first in this category), the BAFTA for Best Adapted Screenplay, and eight Annie Awards.

Franchise Chronology

• "Shrek" (2001) — the original film.
• "Shrek 2" (2004) — Shrek meets Fiona's parents.
• "Shrek the Third" (2007) — Shrek searches for an heir to the throne.
• "Shrek Forever After" (2010) — Shrek makes a deal with Rumpelstiltskin.
• "Puss in Boots" (2011) — a spin-off about the adventures of Puss.
• "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish" (2022) — a continuation of Puss's adventures.
• "Shrek 5" (scheduled for June 30, 2027) — a new film with the original cast.
• "Donkey" (scheduled for June 30, 2028) — a spin-off about Donkey.

Where to Watch

• Apple TV: Shrek
• Peacock: Shrek
• UAKino: Shrek (2001)