Shrek
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.
Release Year
2001
Runtime
90 min
Audience Score
7.8
Genres
Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Adventure
Story Snapshot
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.
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Shrek is a uplifting pick with easy complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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