Shrek 2
Shrek 2: The Monsters is a 2004 American animated comedy based on the 1990 children’s book by William Steiger. Directed by Andrew Adamson, Kelly Asbury, and Conrad Vernon, the film follows the adventures of Shrek, Donkey, and Princess Fiona, voiced by Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz.
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The sequel introduced new characters, such as Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, and expanded on the first film’s storyline, with the Fairy Godmother plotting to sabotage Shrek and Fiona’s marriage. Production began in 2001, and the film also saw a change in the writing team and improved animation techniques.
The lead actors’ salaries increased significantly. Like its predecessor, Shrek 2 parodies fairy tale films and references pop culture. Dedicated to William Steiger, the film premiered at Cannes in May 2004 to rave reviews and huge box office success, becoming the highest-grossing film of 2004 and DreamWorks Animation’s highest-grossing film. It was nominated for an Academy Award and spawned sequels and spin-offs.
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Shrek 2 opens in theaters
Shrek 2 may be returning to the big screen. The 2004 classic animated film is widely considered the best of the Shrek series and will be re-released in a special way. The Alberta government website has confirmed that Shrek 2 is on the list of upcoming films, which has fans excited.
While details about the global scope of the re-release are still unclear, fans are hoping for a massive return to theaters. DreamWorks, the studio behind Shrek the Monsters, has been urged to make the anniversary celebrations a grand one, allowing audiences around the world to experience the magic of Far Far Away again.
The enduring popularity of Shrek 2: The Monsters is evident as fans eagerly await to relive the classic adventures of Shrek, Fiona, Donkey and a cast of charming fairytale characters. The film’s timeless humor and heartwarming moments continue to resonate with audiences, making fans young and old alike delighted that it’s returning to theaters.
As the film world prepares to reignite Shrek fever, it’s a big moment for those who love the monster and his bizarre world.
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Shrek 2
Newlyweds Shrek and Princess Fiona receive an invitation from Fiona’s parents to a royal ball. Despite their hesitation, they attend, bringing their donkey with them. However, Fiona’s parents are shocked by their presence, which stirs up tension. Shrek is upset by Fiona’s distant behavior and discovers her past crush on Prince Charming. Meanwhile, Fiona’s father secretly conspires with the Fairy Godmother to break up Shrek and Fiona.
Puss in Boots is hired to destroy Shrek, but ends up teaming up with him. Together, they steal a potion that makes Shrek more attractive to Fiona. After drinking the potion, they are accidentally transformed into humans. To make the change permanent, Shrek must kiss Fiona before midnight.
However, things get complicated when Prince Charming tries to woo Fiona under false pretenses. The Fairy Godmother intervenes, leading to a chaotic showdown. Eventually, the truth comes out and Shrek and Fiona embrace their true selves again, becoming ogres once again. With the Fairy Godmother defeated and Fiona’s parents reconciled, harmony is restored and Shrek and Fiona’s love prevails. In the lighthearted finale, Donkey and the Dragon celebrate their growing family.
Shrek 2 release date
Shrek 2 premiered at the 2004 Cannes Film Festival, competing for the prestigious Palme d’Or. The film was originally scheduled to be released on June 18, 2004, but due to high expectations, the release date was moved up to May 21, and finally on May 19 at the request of fans. Due to the enthusiasm of the audience, the first five minutes of the film were even previewed on Nickelodeon’s U-Pick Live.
The film made cinematic history with its wide release in over 4,000 theaters across the United States, a first for the genre. It quickly became a box office hit. For distribution, DreamWorks Animation acquired the rights from Paramount Pictures in July 2014, then transferred them to 20th Century Fox, and finally returned them to Universal Pictures in 2018.
On the home media side, Shrek 2 was a huge success on DVD and VHS when it was released in November 2004, becoming one of the best-selling DVDs of all time. It was followed by various Blu-ray releases, including 3D in 2010 and Ultra HD Blu-ray in 2022.
Additionally, fans can enjoy the special “Far Far Away Idol,” available on DVD and VHS, a spinoff of “American Idol” in which characters from “Shrek the Monsters” compete in a singing competition judged by Shrek, Fiona and Simon Cowell.
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Shrek 2: The Monsters Voice Actor
actor |
Features |
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Mike Myers |
Shrek |
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Eddie Murphy |
donkey |
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Cameron Diaz |
Princess Fiona |
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Julie Andrews |
Queen Lillian |
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Antonio Banderas |
Puss in Boots |
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John Cleese |
King Harold |
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Rupert Everett |
Prince Charming |
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Jennifer Saunders |
Fairy Godmother |
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Joan Rivers |
Red Carpet Announcer |
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Kate Thornton |
(British dubbing) |
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Larry King |
Ugly Stepsister Doris |
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Jonathan Ross |
(British dubbing) |
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Aaron Werner |
Big Bad Wolf |
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Cody Cameron |
The Adventures of Pinocchio, The Three Little Pigs |
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Christopher Knights |
Three Blind Mice |
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Simon J. Smith |
Three Blind Mice |
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Conrad Vernon |
Ginger, Muffin Man, Mongo, Cedric, Announcer |
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Chris Miller |
Magic Mirror |
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Mark Mosley |
Dreiser |
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Kelly Cooney Silela |
Fast food clerk |
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Kelly Asbury |
Servant, Elf, Noble, Noble’s Son |
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Andrew Adamson |
Guard Captain |
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