Shrek is a multimedia franchise which began as a 2001 animated film produced by Dreamworks Animation. It tells the story of an ogre named Shrek who embarks on a quest to save a princess and ends up befriending a talkative donkey. The franchise has since evolved to include three more films, television specials, video games, and merchandise.
Shrek was released in 2001 and was a critical and commercial success.
The franchise has since released three sequels - Shrek 2 (2004), Shrek the Third (2007), and Shrek Forever After (2010).
Various television specials, video games and merchandise have also been released since the franchise's inception.
Pixar is an American computer animation studio known for producing popular films such as Toy Story, Finding Nemo, and The Incredibles.
Disney is a multinational entertainment conglomerate known for producing animated feature films, television shows, and theme parks.
Nickelodeon is an American pay television channel known for producing a range of children's programming, including animated shows and live-action series.
The original Shrek film, which tells the story of an ogre who goes on a quest to save a princess.
The first sequel to the original Shrek film, which follows Shrek and his friends as they travel to meet Fiona's parents.
The fourth and final installment of the Shrek film series, in which Shrek enters an alternate reality and must find a way to restore the balance of his world.
A series of video games based on the Shrek franchise, including Shrek 2, Shrek SuperSlam, and Shrek the Third.
A range of merchandise based on the Shrek franchise, including toys, clothing, and home decor.
Shrek is voiced by actor Mike Myers in all four films.
No, Shrek is produced by Dreamworks Animation, which is not affiliated with Disney.
Shrek is generally considered appropriate for children ages 6 and up, although parental discretion is advised due to some mild language and adult humor.
There are four original Shrek films in the franchise.
No, there is not a sequel to Shrek the Halls, but there have been other television specials, such as Scared Shrekless and Donkey's Caroling Christmas-tacular.