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Shrek Forever After

Shrek · Shrek Collection

2010 93 min PG
Critic7.4
Animation Adventure Comedy Family
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Overview

Rasking domestic life as a family man, Shrek is duped into signing a pact with the smooth-talking Rumpelstiltskin, suddenly finding himself in a twisted, alternate reality where ogres are hunted and Rumpelstiltskin rules.
Overall 7.4

Editorial Review

By FindEdition Animation Desk

7.4 /10

Pros

  • A satisfying and emotionally grounded conclusion to Shrek's character arc
  • Compelling villain in Rumpelstiltskin voiced by Walt Dohrn
  • Creative alternate universe dynamic featuring an underground resistance of ogres

Cons

  • Some repetition of franchise thematic beats seen in earlier films
Verdict A solid, emotionally resonant finale that successfully returns the franchise to form with an engaging alternate-reality twist.

AI Review

Longing for the days when he was a 'real ogre', Shrek makes a deal with Rumpelstiltskin that accidentally erases his existence, forcing him to win back Fiona's love before time runs out.

A solid, emotionally resonant finale that successfully returns the franchise to form with an engaging alternate-reality twist.

A strong, heartfelt send-off that brings the core story full circle.

Awards

Kids' Choice Award

Favorite Animated Movie · Won

Timeline

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Kids' Choice Award

Favorite Animated Movie Won

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Cast

Mike Myers Shrek
Eddie Murphy Donkey
Cameron Diaz Princess Fiona
Antonio Banderas Puss in Boots
Walt Dohrn Rumpelstiltskin
Jon Hamm Brogan
Jane Lynch Gretchen
Craig Robinson Cookie

Characters

Shrek Mike Myers
Donkey Eddie Murphy
Princess Fiona Cameron Diaz
Puss in Boots Antonio Banderas
Rumpelstiltskin Walt Dohrn
Brogan Jon Hamm
Gretchen Jane Lynch
Cookie Craig Robinson

Crew

Mike Mitchell Director
Gina Shay Producer
Teresa Cheng Producer
Harry Gregson-Williams Music Composer

Videos

Official Trailer

Trivia

  • Shrek Forever After was marketed as 'The Final Chapter' of the original main Shrek quadrilogy.

Quotes

"Do you ever miss the old days, Shrek?"

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Recommendations & Alternatives

For higher ratings, consider Shrek 2 (8.8/10). A similarly themed alternative is Ordinary Angels.

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Longing for the days when he was a 'real ogre', Shrek makes a deal with Rumpelstiltskin that accidentally erases his existence, forcing him to win back Fiona's love before time runs out. Similar picks: Shared Cast, Highly Rated Animation

Shrek Forever After