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Shrek 2

Shrek 2

2004
Comedy, Family/Kids
1h 33m
The fairy tale continues as everyone's favorite ogre faces his greatest challenge of all -- the inlaws! (DreamWorks)

Directed by:

Andrew Adamson, Kelly Asbury, Conrad Vernon

Screenwriter:

Andrew Adamson, David N. Weiss, Joe Stillman, William Steig

Starring:

Eddie Murphy, John Cleese, Cameron Diaz, Mike Myers, Rupert Everett, Antonio Banderas, Julie Andrews, Jennifer Saunders, Cody Cameron, Larry King, Conrad Vernon, Aron Warner

Franchise:

Shrek

Genres:

Comedy, Family/Kids, Adventure, Animation

Country:

USA

Language:

English
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Shrek 2

2004
Comedy, Family/Kids
1h 33m
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beedubBeeDub
Rated 30 Jun 2016
92
84th
I loved the first movie, and this one's pretty damn good, too. The characters, both old and new, are great, and there's plenty of satire and heart to keep things fresh. Far from a lazy rehash, this is a fun and inventive continuation of the story.
Rated 30 Jun 2016
matthew_parkinsonMatthew Parkinson
Rated 28 May 2012
80
89th
Shrek 2 is a great sequel to a very good film. It improves on one simple thing from the original, the consistency to its tone, and that makes a world of difference. Everything works slightly better than it did in the first film, and instead of a tonal shift, all of the elements blend together to create a wonderful experience. That is done without sacrificing a simple and straightforward narrative. Shrek was taken and made better. This is a sequel done right.
Rated 28 May 2012
purgatospurgatos
Rated 10 May 2008
40
13th
Do you love pop culture references? How about mediocre children's movies that feel the need to add in terrible "adult" comedy? If so, have I got a movie for you!
Rated 10 May 2008
mrbeckmrbeck
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
87th
Great series, the besides the great animation actually has a storyline and jokes that "people of all ages can enjoy". Man, I can't beelive I'd ever actually use a line like that, but it's true.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
pickpocketPickpocket
Rated 14 Jul 2007
1
12th
Fuck Dreamworks.
Rated 14 Jul 2007
owen1218owen1218
Rated 02 May 2007
10
1st
92 minutes of worthless pop culture trivia. Not even remotely amusing.
Rated 02 May 2007
vengefulkbmVengefulKBM
Rated 08 Feb 2015
90
92nd
I'm not a huge fan of the Shrek franchise. But in this film and this film alone, it manages to find its footing as a successful satire and nails it, pretty much. I go against the grain here, but THIS is the movie in the Shrek franchise that I found the most original.
Rated 08 Feb 2015
lookjabbaLookJabba...
Rated 29 Sep 2014
7
57th
Shrek 2 is definitely the best of the sequels and it baffles me why it receives so much negative criticism. It certainly lacks the freshness of its predecessor. But otherwise the humour still caters for all and adults will appreciate the pop culture references and soundtrack. The characters remain as loveable as ever. Myers, Murphy & Diaz are all once again on top form and Banderas, Cleese, Saunders & Everett are all worthy additions. Shrek 2 is thoroughly enjoyable and criminally underrated.
Rated 29 Sep 2014
brandonsbrandons
Rated 12 Jul 2012
79
68th
It may not be as fresh as the original, but topical humor and colorful secondary characters make Shrek 2 a winner in its own right.
Rated 12 Jul 2012
matguy3matGuy3
Rated 16 Aug 2011
6
51st
Re-watching it now, it's weird how much this movie screams 'early-to-mid 2000s family blockbuster'. Its a good film, but unfortunately the humor style it employs was so successful that just about every mainstream animated film since has tried to copy it, making it seem unoriginal and annoying now. A shame, because this really is a solid family film. There's something for every age group.
Rated 16 Aug 2011
freshFresh
Rated 18 Jul 2011
89
73rd
It may not be as fresh as the original, but topical humor and colorful secondary characters make Shrek 2 a winner in its own right.
Rated 18 Jul 2011
greatscott85GreatScott85
Rated 28 Apr 2011
86
58th
A solid sequel that expands upon the first in clever, laugh-riddled fashion and improves the animation quality tenfold.
Rated 28 Apr 2011
mr_filmMr. Film
Rated 25 Jul 2010
92
78th
Better than the first? Lets just say both are at the same level
Rated 25 Jul 2010
danozudanozu
Rated 07 Nov 2009
60
46th
As funny as the first.
Rated 07 Nov 2009
johnshaftjohnshaft
Rated 02 Jul 2009
80
70th
Not as fresh as the first film, but still funny and relatively witty.
Rated 02 Jul 2009
elfflameElfflame
Rated 13 Apr 2008
88
89th
A worthy addition to this world. I loved the first so much, I was worried how this one would turn out, but they managed to find the same magic they found in the first film, and enhance it rather than trying to beat it dead.
Rated 13 Apr 2008
tanukiTanuki
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
75th
As good or better than the first Shrek. There is plenty of grown-up humor. During the giant Gingerbread Man battle I laughed until I almost cried.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
citysqwirlcitysqwirl
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
94th
A smart and funny continuation of the Shrek franchise. Eddie Murphy as Donkey is still hilarious and Antonio Banderas as Puss In Boots is a great addition to the cast. The final forty minutes charges along with great panache and adventure. I love Jennifer Saunders, but she could have been given more to do with the Fairy Godmother role . . . or at least better songs to sing.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
vince_leoVince Leo
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
94th
Shrek 2 is a must-see film for people of all-ages, and unless you're a total scrooge, it has a magical energy that is infectious enough to make you want it to never end.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
jpdoumeyroujpdoumeyrou
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
79th
even better than the first one
Rated 14 Aug 2007
leonardisLeonardis
Rated 05 Oct 2011
93
74th
This movie is way more funny than it has any right to be. I love the biting satire of the Shrek movies, but they are legitimately hilarious, a little daring, and really well acted and directed. Sure, the themes and freshness of the first movie aren’t so present here, but it’s still a damn good time. I love it even more than the first.
Rated 05 Oct 2011
samson0oSamson0o
Rated 18 Apr 2009
80
73rd
Tons of fun.
Rated 18 Apr 2009
oolookittyoolookitty
Rated 20 Oct 2007
80
58th
It's all about Puss. In boots.
Rated 20 Oct 2007
lrampartllrampartl
Rated 18 May 2007
40
16th
This suffers from Family Guy syndrome - substituting pop culture references for actual jokes, and hoping people will be entertained. I was not.
Rated 18 May 2007
dakota99Dakota99
Rated 18 Aug 2019
7
76th
It's a pretty delightful sequel all things considered. I wouldn't say it's tops the first one, but it stands in it's own merits, and it's synopsis is something that I'm sure older kids and adults can relate to and convey in some form. It's funny, charming, and has a purpose of existing. You see a lot of animated films, especially sequels, that don't really have a reason for existing (Emoji movie comes to mind) aside from making money. I appreciate that this went for something.
Rated 18 Aug 2019
mwestcottmwestcott
Rated 10 Apr 2018
100
95th
Shrek 2 is a monumental success. Everything which was good about the original is both celebrated and subverted. Leading to not only a rare sequel better than the original, but something which truly defines what a sequel should be in ways most follow ups only dream of. Not to mention the film is hysterically funny.
Rated 10 Apr 2018
mspraguemsprague
Rated 25 Jan 2018
76
79th
Excellent animation. Fun for everyone.
Rated 25 Jan 2018
luordluord
Rated 07 Aug 2017
77
84th
The best in the franchise with many excellent sequences, laugh-a-minute gags and fun musical numbers, without losing sight of the emotional core.
Rated 07 Aug 2017
majorkerinamajorkerina
Rated 23 Apr 2017
70
41st
A fun followup.
Rated 23 Apr 2017
rtomatoesRTomatoes
Rated 29 May 2009
89
83rd
It may not be as fresh as the original, but topical humor and colorful secondary characters make Shrek 2 a winner in its own right.
Rated 29 May 2009
critickerkawcritickerkaw
Rated 03 Mar 2008
95
81st
My favorite of the three! (I think the addition of Prince Charming helped, haha!)
Rated 03 Mar 2008
suture_selfSuture Self
Rated 01 Feb 2008
1
4th
Shrek sucks.
Rated 01 Feb 2008
elluithaurenelluithauren
Rated 28 Dec 2007
0
3rd
Horribly stupid and overrated. I still can't believe people like these movies.
Rated 28 Dec 2007
servantdagonServantDagon
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
11th
Tired sequel, somewhat livened up by Banderas.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
aalaapaalaap
Rated 14 Aug 2007
75
47th
A great sequel to the original Shrek. Continues the legacy and doesn't disappoint! Puss in boots is adorable!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
mlightle3mlightle3
Rated 14 Aug 2007
9
0th
Hated it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
pinbackbluepinbackblue
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
54th
Interesting CG Flick, I have to say I enjoyed it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
lachapellelachapelle
Rated 14 Aug 2007
78
55th
More of a remake of Guess Who's Coming to Dinner than a sequal to Shrek. Introduction of a very cool Puss in Boots. Good film. Shrek = good Mike Myers. Cat in the Hat = bad Mike Myers.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
joegayeskiJoeGayeski
Rated 25 Jul 2007
40
12th
By 2030, how many people will admit to have seen this crap?
Rated 25 Jul 2007
maddogmaddog
Rated 22 Jun 2007
95
98th
It's a rarity when sequels are better than the original film, but Shrek 2 manages to pull it off. Excellent.
Rated 22 Jun 2007
stainStain
Rated 04 May 2007
50
33rd
The first one was at least fairly original. This material is getting old fast
Rated 04 May 2007
mjvmoviemanMJVmovieMan
Rated 19 Mar 2007
88
91st
One hilarious, hugely-successful sequel to one terrific predecessor.
Rated 19 Mar 2007
montycircusMontyCircus
Rated 25 Dec 2023
60
69th
Not the classic the original was, but an enjoyable second tale nonetheless.
Rated 25 Dec 2023
morshyMorshy
Rated 17 Dec 2023
82
71st
In each and every way, an improvement over the first. The stakes feel more real, the plot is much tighter, the villains are more memorable and menacing, and the world of the franchise truly comes into its own. The best shrek movie of them all.
Rated 17 Dec 2023
rushshirtrushshirt
Rated 16 Oct 2023
6
31st
Improves on the original in both technical and dramatic aspects. Prior concerns reverse, and new twists emerge, giving way to an even deeper felt connection between the two protagonists.
Rated 16 Oct 2023
thatyoungmthatyoungm
Rated 20 Sep 2023
83
20th
It's not as fresh as the original, but the voice-acting is still top notch, the animation exquisite, and there are still enough clever jokes to entertain both kids and adults. The first two Shrek movies are a nice, a little more irreverent entries into the non-Disney animation genre and still hold up today.
Rated 20 Sep 2023
hadleyreisHadleyreis
Rated 02 Sep 2023
70
54th
Sad how relationships can alter your accent.
Rated 02 Sep 2023
tevtev
Rated 10 Jul 2023
30
17th
did not finish
Rated 10 Jul 2023
doyler29doyler29
Rated 15 May 2023
60
23rd
It seems like most people really like this movie. I found it to be a thoroughly unpleasant experience.
Rated 15 May 2023
ytadelYtadel
Rated 06 Jan 2023
6
70th
Puss in Boots is a strong addition to the cast and the novelty of the human Shrek sequence of the film is enjoyable. The Shrek / Fiona romance drama stuff felt a bit like reheated leftovers from the first film and there were bits I found Donkey as annoying as Shrek did. Animation has improved over three years, naturally. Giant Gingerbread Man sequence pretty funny. A respectable second installment.
Rated 06 Jan 2023
jessjess125Jessjess125
Rated 09 Sep 2022
60
26th
not so good compared to shrek 1
Rated 09 Sep 2022
decanusellisDecanusEllis
Rated 03 Jun 2022
100
99th
I lost my memory in Hollywood
Rated 03 Jun 2022
philamentalphilamental
Rated 25 May 2022
60
36th
Tries to repeat the formula of the success story that was the first Shrek but it's hard to recapture that magic the second time around. If you're looking for more of the same, I guess this hits the spot but everything just feels lesser the second time around.
Rated 25 May 2022
dullshimmerDullshimmer
Rated 05 Mar 2022
90
64th
Shrek and Fiona go to meet Fiona's parents and it goes about as expected. What results though is a fun, pop culture referenced adventure that introduces some new characters. While I like Puss in Boots, I really thought the idea of a Fairy Godmother who worked kind of like a mafia boss was the real stroke of genius here.
Rated 05 Mar 2022
croweycrowey
Rated 24 Nov 2021
45
34th
I preferred it to the original, simply due to PiB. Now there were 2 likeable characters in the film. But the drama felt needlessly contrived & the whole franchise seems to target the same crowd as the Simpsons, except looping in Republicans. However, unlike the Simpsons, one gets the feeling they're supposed to root for the "heroes". The heroes are really pretty trashy, though, and the flick seems proud of it in a very Yeehaw Praise the Lord & Pass the Ammo / Friends in Low Places kind of way.
Rated 24 Nov 2021
adiljunadiljun
Rated 27 Oct 2021
64
67th
still delicious
Rated 27 Oct 2021
sopachuco13sopachuco13
Rated 17 Jul 2021
70
36th
Shrek 2 continues the Shrek storyline and it tells a simple, at times, interesting story. Much of the cast returns in this trip back to Far Far Away, Princess Fiona's hometown. The ogres are going to meet Fiona's parents to have their union blessed. Antonio Banderas' Puss in Boots is the biggest addition to the cast along with Jennifer Saunders' Fairy Godmother but it's easy to tell that Puss in Boots is charged with moving the series forward. It was a cute movie but not as good as the OG.
Rated 17 Jul 2021
karbonaichKarbonaich
Rated 20 Jun 2021
75
41st
w/ Orkun
Rated 20 Jun 2021
muttermutter
Rated 05 Jun 2021
75
77th
2012/07/02: 60 2021/06/05: 75
Rated 05 Jun 2021
opieopie
Rated 04 May 2021
75
29th
Truly a cinematic masterpiece.
Rated 04 May 2021
emamamamaEmamamama
Rated 04 May 2021
73
80th
No musical number in a film hits as hard as Fairy Godmothers I need a hero
Rated 04 May 2021
le_mamile mami
Rated 08 Mar 2021
50
37th
ilk filmden çok daha iyi
Rated 08 Mar 2021
margustaMargusTa
Rated 20 Feb 2021
93
92nd
Really good animated movie. Even better than the first Shrek. Screenwriters are invented a way what makes dialogs very funny and suitable for all age groups. Utterly enjoyable film and in my mind one best releases on the year 2004.
Rated 20 Feb 2021
purifierPurifier
Rated 31 Jan 2021
85
63rd
The part where Holding out for a hero plays is one of the most exciting sequences I've ever seen. Otherwise, a lot of the humor has lost its meaning for new audiences.
Rated 31 Jan 2021
kevinraayyKevinraayy
Rated 08 Jan 2021
88
75th
Hell yeh
Rated 08 Jan 2021
john2dsJohn2DS
Rated 07 Dec 2020
83
76th
A great sequel with clever story and pleasant humor! I'd definitely recommend this one!
Rated 07 Dec 2020
dogeatmoondogeatmoon
Rated 16 Oct 2020
66
48th
I think this one certainly has a more compelling narrative than it's predecessor.
Rated 16 Oct 2020
arossaross
Rated 03 May 2020
60
14th
my parents hated the shrek franchise and I was raised to hate it and be a disney elitist. not that disney movies had much going for them in 2004 unless you count pixar
Rated 03 May 2020
andygloverandyglover
Rated 17 Feb 2020
83
6th
An improvement over the first film aesthetically, and a solid first half, but a frustrating storyline made it hard to stay invested even with such a short runtime.
Rated 17 Feb 2020
antonio_pAntonio P
Rated 17 Feb 2020
40
46th
OK movie.
Rated 17 Feb 2020
number5Number5
Rated 27 Feb 2019
85
35th
It's easy to forget how great these were before they were murdered by a gazillion sequels.
Rated 27 Feb 2019
antidood1antidood1
Rated 09 Dec 2018
70
58th
Shrek 2 is the Empire Strikes Back of the Shrek franchise. Shrek had some interesting themes going on, but ultimately didn't cash them in. Shrek 2 takes these themes and faces them head-on. Changing Shrek into human-Shrek is a genius move, and it really pays off by the end. Also, it's is very funny. Puss in Boots balances out the cast perfectly. But have to admit: it's been two days since watching the movie, and I barely remember any of it. Ah, who cares. Empires Strikes Back of the franchise.
Rated 09 Dec 2018
vv238vv238
Rated 20 Sep 2018
40
40th
While not being terrible, it takes the worst aspects of the original and tries to stretch them into a full film. Diaz has a larger role and she was the weakest aspect of the first film. It also double- and triples-down on the pop-culture references with only occasional success. Maybe it was just my hope that this would play more into the satirical aspects of the original.
Rated 20 Sep 2018
kgbelliveaukgbelliveau
Rated 28 Jun 2018
80
50th
Definitely not as memorable and defining as the original but Shrek 2 does keep the magic of the characters a live and well. It adds in new characters and new perspectives that definitely keep things fresh and engaging.
Rated 28 Jun 2018
rcmaccrcmacc
Rated 06 May 2018
75
64th
Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy return in a sequel that matches the first in the series doing something new and unique while retaining the sense of humor that made the original beloved. The animation is a tad outdated, but this is still really enjoyable.
Rated 06 May 2018
biggerkevinbiggerkevin
Rated 23 Mar 2018
2
12th
Mike Myers is running at 4 this whole movie. Why is he so tired
Rated 23 Mar 2018
synthonosynthono
Rated 14 Oct 2017
81
51st
Actually liked it a fair bit then had to dock it a few points for the stupid dance party ending.
Rated 14 Oct 2017
cloudcandy19cloudcandy19
Rated 19 Nov 2016
80
45th
I liked it. :)
Rated 19 Nov 2016
rudolph101Rudolph101
Rated 21 Sep 2016
85
77th
I recommend you shrek it out
Rated 21 Sep 2016
kilhil25kilhil25
Rated 19 Jul 2016
1
2nd
disney fail
Rated 19 Jul 2016
war_machineWar Machine
Rated 12 Mar 2016
100
99th
was gonna be stingy and say 99 til mongo sang la vida loca :P. humor holds up so much more and they started building on the main and side characters nice. cuz this shit a gold mine
Rated 12 Mar 2016
icestark7IceStark7
Rated 08 Jan 2016
95
97th
Shrek is love, Shrek is life.
Rated 08 Jan 2016
joelwatchesmoviesjoelwatchesmovies
Rated 29 Dec 2015
5
24th
The fart jokes and pop song performances feel a little stale this time around, but there's still plenty of chuckles to be had in the sly one-liners ("You still look like an ass to me"), the dramatic Donkey ("I'm melting!"; "I am trotting!"), and cutesy medieval-modern culture mash-ups (see the Medieval drive-thru). The story is a little simplistic but presents with frankness the mature themes of identity and insecurity as they relate to the central couple. Stay tuned for Waits' musical cameo.
Rated 29 Dec 2015
evilmangoesEvilMangoes
Rated 30 Nov 2015
95
85th
A-
Rated 30 Nov 2015
alex9000alex9000
Rated 02 Sep 2015
80
87th
A fine film. Good comic timing and visual inventiveness. Lovable characters and a fine plethora of references.
Rated 02 Sep 2015
hakkanarejohakkanarejo
Rated 02 Sep 2015
100
91st
After massive green ogre Shrek(Mike Myers) and his new bride Princess Fiona(Cameron Diaz) return from their honeymoon they receive an invitation to visit Fiona's parents, King(John Cleese) and Queen(Julie Andrews) However king and queen are more than a bit alarmed to discover their new son-in-law is monster and that their daughters problem with a magical spell gone wrong has turned into a fulltime skin condition Certain this isn't the sort of happily ever after they dreamed of for their daughter
Rated 02 Sep 2015
dorothyozDorothyOz
Rated 23 Aug 2015
65
39th
Not that hot as far as sequels go
Rated 23 Aug 2015
sonenossonenos
Rated 19 Jul 2015
90
87th
Wonderful cartoon
Rated 19 Jul 2015
alexshredsAlex_Shreds
Rated 13 May 2015
90
83rd
Not as absolutely perfect as its predecessor, but still very good
Rated 13 May 2015
moviefartsMovieFarts
Rated 12 May 2015
5
29th
When you introduce new characters to a franchise, you often have to wonder how these characters might fart.
Rated 12 May 2015
rymRYM
Rated 28 Mar 2015
56
34th
2.78/5
Rated 28 Mar 2015
okayfrogokayfrog
Rated 28 Jan 2015
30
3rd
Haven't seen this movie in 10+ years, but I remember really disliking it. It was full of topical references that just were not funny
Rated 28 Jan 2015
tbwTBW
Rated 16 Sep 2014
70
62nd
Shrek was great. Again, sequels usually go downhill. This wasn't bad.
Rated 16 Sep 2014
lilldillaLillDillA
Rated 26 May 2014
95
50th
Wonderful movie for kids that wont bore parents. It is a great movie with comedy for kids and adults.
Rated 26 May 2014
beatrixkidobeatrixkido
Rated 20 May 2014
85
76th
The best of the Shrek movies.
Rated 20 May 2014
glm01glm01
Rated 20 Apr 2014
81
68th
81.000
Rated 20 Apr 2014
ddrudgesd_drudges
Rated 24 Feb 2014
20
17th
Even messier than the first, Shrek 2 doesn't really know what's it aiming for and has a dozen gimmicky characters running around, leaving no room left for the actually decent ones (namely the donkie). The movie tries to convince you it's against superficial beauty standards, yet there's a woman who looks and sounds like a man (gasp!) who gets thrown at the villain as his punishment.
Rated 24 Feb 2014
ryan_luedersRyan Lueders
Rated 14 Dec 2013
78
50th
Dreamwork's wish gets granted and here comes the Shrek sequel...
Rated 14 Dec 2013
hendersondHendersond
Rated 23 Nov 2013
87
44th
As a big fan of the first film, I found Shrek 2 to be a big improvement, which is not easy to do in my mind. While it might not be as "fresh" as the original, the sequel beats Shrek in every other aspect. The humor, animation, characters, writing, have gone up in a great level. Speaking of characters, this might have some of the best in the animation industry in my mind. We got the Fairy Godmother, Prince Charming, and who can forget Puss n Boots? Shrek 2 is a fantastic animated film.
Rated 23 Nov 2013
syrikarusyrikaru
Rated 12 Sep 2013
50
29th
Shrek, why must you haunt my dreams? :C
Rated 12 Sep 2013

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