Where to start
Shrek
4 versions · originally a film, 2001
Themes: Acceptance, Outsider Perspective, True Love vs. Superficiality, Self-Acceptance, Fairy Tale Spoof.
Shrek has more than one version — here's where most fans start, and what each offers.
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Shrek (2001)
The original movie
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Andrew Adamson · Film · 2001
The original movie, 2001.
Common questions
What order should I watch the Shrek movies in?
You should watch the films in the order of their release dates. Start with Shrek in 2001, followed by Shrek 2 in 2004, Shrek the Third in 2007, and finally Shrek Forever After in 2010 to follow the complete story arc of the series.
Is Shrek Forever After the final movie in the series?
Yes, Shrek Forever After is the final film released in the primary four-part series. It follows the original 2001 Shrek, Shrek 2, and Shrek the Third, concluding the main narrative arc established throughout the previous installments.
How many Shrek movies are there in the original series?
There are four movies in the original series. The films include Shrek, released in 2001, Shrek 2, released in 2004, Shrek the Third, released in 2007, and the final installment, Shrek Forever After, which was released in 2010.
Should I watch Shrek the Third before Shrek Forever After?
Yes, you should watch Shrek the Third before Shrek Forever After. Shrek the Third was released in 2007, while Shrek Forever After was released in 2010. Watching them in chronological release order ensures you follow the intended progression of the story.