Shrek 2 (2004): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Shrek 2 is a 2004 animated comedy directed by Andrew Adamson and Conrad Vernon, starring Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $932.5 million worldwide on a $150 million budget. It was nominated for 2 Oscars. Critics gave it 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Directors
- Andrew Adamson , Conrad Vernon and Kelly Asbury
- Original language
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English - Studio
- DreamWorks Distribution
- Budget
- $150M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Shrek 2 About?
The premise of Shrek 2 without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Shrek and Fiona return from their honeymoon to find they're expected by Fiona's royal parents in the land of Far Far Away. The catch? Fiona’s parents believe she married Prince Charming, leading to an awkward and comedic clash of cultures. Shrek must navigate the complexities of meeting the in-laws while facing the challenge of Charming’s lingering presence and a plot to usurp his place. The adventure is filled with unexpected twists, memorable characters, and plenty of ogre-sized laughs.
Shrek 2 Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- ogre
- princess
- sequel
- coughing up a hairball
- king
- prince
- godmother
- fairy
- fairy godmother
- dinner
- cat
- far far away
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- donkey
- sword
- assassin
- physical appearance
- castle
- bubble
- kingdom
- fairy godmother character
- prince charming character
- pinocchio character
- donkey character
- evil woman
- hero
- tough girl
- talking cat
- male protagonist
- dungeon
- exploding body
- pianist
- bartender
- big bad wolf character
- talking donkey
- boots
- captain hook character
- moonwalk dancing
- cross dressing
- burglar alarm
- female villain
- honeymoon
- queen
- storybook in opening shot
- magical potion
- drag queen
- fairy tale parody
- catching an object in one's mouth
- frog
- magic
- true love
Shrek 2 Cast
Mike Myers leads the cast, with Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy. Directed by Andrew Adamson, Conrad Vernon and Kelly Asbury.
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Co-director Andrew Adamson - Co-director Conrad Vernon
- Co-director Kelly Asbury
Shrek 2 Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Shrek 2 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.
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IMDb 7.4 /10
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Metacritic 75 Metascore
User score 8.5
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TMDB 73% User score
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Shrek 2 Plot Summary
What happens in Shrek 2 from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
After a blissful honeymoon, Shrek (Mike Myers) and Fiona (Cameron Diaz) return home to find an enticing invitation to a royal ball hosted by Fiona’s parents to celebrate their union. Despite Fiona’s excitement, Shrek is hesitant to attend. Along with Donkey (Eddie Murphy), they venture to the grand kingdom of Far Far Away, only to be met with shock from Fiona’s parents, King Harold and Queen Lillian, voiced by John Cleese and Julie Andrews respectively. Their surprise stems from Fiona’s unanticipated choice of husband as well as her new appearance.
Full summary
The whole story of Shrek 2, scene by scene
Shrek 2 Box Office & Budget
Shrek 2 grossed $932.5 million worldwide on a $150 million budget, 6.2 times what it cost. $445 million came from the US and Canada and $487.5 million (52%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$932.5M
6.2× its budget
- US & Canada
- $445M
- International
- $487.5M
- Budget
- $150M
Shrek 2 Awards & Nominations
Shrek 2 was nominated for 2 Oscars. The 6 nominations come from 4 ceremonies.
6 nominations4 ceremonies
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Critics' Choice 2005 2 nominations- Nominated Best Animated Feature
- Nominated Best Song
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Oscars 2005 2 nominations- Nominated Animated Feature Film – Andrew Adamson
- Nominated Music (Original Song)
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Annie Awards 2005 1 nomination- Nominated Best Animated Feature
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Golden Globes 2005 1 nomination- Nominated Best Original Song – Motion Picture – Mia Hansen-Løve
Shrek 2 Trailers & Videos
8 videos: 3 trailers, 1 teaser and 4 clips.
- Trailer Shrek 2 - Official Trailer 2004 [HD]
- Trailer Shrek 2 (2004) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers
- Teaser shrek 2 - teaser
- Clip Shrek 2 (2004) - I Need a Hero Scene (7/10) | Movieclips
How Well Do You Know Shrek 2?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What event are Shrek and Fiona invited to upon returning from their honeymoon?
Shrek 2 Also Known As
25 alternative titles, including “史力加2” and “Šrek 2”.
- Also known as
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- 史力加2
- Šrek 2
- Srek 2
- Shiroq 2
- 怪物史瑞克2
- Shrek II
- シェレック２
- Gã Chằn Tinh Tốt Bụng 2
- 怪物史莱克2
- Shrek 2 - Der tollkühne Held kehrt zurück
- Шрэк 2
- Shrek 2.
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- שרק 2
- Şrek 2
- Σρεκ 2
- 슈렉 2
- シュレック2
- Шрек 2
- เชร็ค 2
- 史瑞克2
- شرک ۲
- Šrekas 2
- شريك 2
- Šreks 2
- 史力加 2, შრეკი 2
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Shrek 2 FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Shrek 2, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Shrek 2?
Shrek 2 runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was Shrek 2 released?
Shrek 2 was released on May 19, 2004.
Who directed Shrek 2?
Shrek 2 was directed by Andrew Adamson, Conrad Vernon and Kelly Asbury.
More films by Andrew Adamson Who is in the cast of Shrek 2?
Shrek 2 stars Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy.
How much did Shrek 2 make at the box office?
Shrek 2 grossed $932.5 million worldwide ($445 million domestic, $487.5 million international) on a budget of $150 million.
How is Shrek 2 rated?
Shrek 2 has 7.4/10 on IMDb, 75 on Metacritic and 73% on TMDB.
Was Shrek 2 nominated for any awards?
Shrek 2 received 6 nominations across 4 ceremonies.
Does Shrek 2 have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Shrek 2 has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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