Shrek the Third (2007): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Shrek the Third is a 2007 animated comedy directed by Chris Miller and Raman Hui, starring Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz and Mike Myers. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $808.3 million worldwide on a $160 million budget. It earned 2 award nominations, including Best Animated Feature at the Critics' Choice 2008. Critics gave it 58 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10.
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- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Directors
- Chris Miller and Raman Hui
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- Budget
- $160M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Shrek the Third About?
The premise of Shrek the Third without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
When the king unexpectedly dies, Shrek is thrust into the role of heir to the throne of Far Far Away. Reluctantly leaving his swamp, he embarks on a quest to find a suitable successor. His journey leads him to Artie, a teenage boy living in medieval times who may be the rightful heir. Accompanied by Donkey and Puss in Boots, Shrek must convince Artie to embrace his destiny and claim the crown, all while navigating royal duties and potential threats.
Shrek the Third Themes & Keywords
· 18 tags- shrek franchise
- shrek character
- playstation 2
- nintendo wii
- playstation portable
- nintendo ds
- microsoft windows
- xbox 360
- multiplatform
- puss in boots character
- movie tie in video game
- princess
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- based on fairy tale
- ogre
- donkey
- based on film
- based on book
- character name in title
Shrek the Third Cast
Eddie Murphy leads the cast, with Cameron Diaz and Mike Myers. Directed by Chris Miller and Raman Hui.
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Co-director Raman Hui
More from Chris Miller and Raman Hui
More films directed by Chris Miller and Raman Hui, best-rated first: 21 Jump Street, 22 Jump Street, The Tiger's Apprentice and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.
Shrek the Third Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Shrek the Third 58 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10.
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IMDb 5.8 /10
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Metacritic 58 Metascore
User score 5.7
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TMDB 63% User score
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Shrek the Third Plot Summary
What happens in Shrek the Third from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Shrek and Princess Fiona find themselves in a tough position as they prepare to take over from King Harold. However, Shrek’s attempts to act as the Regent during Harold’s medical leave turn disastrous, revealing his complete lack of interest in ruling over Far Far Away. In a moment of urgency, Harold, on his deathbed, informs Shrek about an unexpected heir: his nephew Arthur “Artie” Pendragon, who happens to be Fiona’s cousin.
Simultaneously, Prince Charming seeks revenge for his mother, the Fairy Godmother’s, demise. Determined to claim the throne, he gathers the fairy tale villains at the Poison Apple tavern, persuading them to fight for their “happily ever after” and to assist him in his quest for power.
Full summary
The whole story of Shrek the Third, scene by scene
Shrek the Third Box Office & Budget
Shrek the Third grossed $808.3 million worldwide on a $160 million budget, 5.1 times what it cost. $322.7 million came from the US and Canada and $485.6 million (60%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$808.3M
5.1× its budget
- US & Canada
- $322.7M
- International
- $485.6M
- Budget
- $160M
Shrek the Third Awards & Nominations
Shrek the Third earned 2 award nominations, including Best Animated Feature at the Critics' Choice 2008. The 2 nominations come from 2 ceremonies.
2 nominations2 ceremonies
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Critics' Choice 2008 1 nomination- Nominated Best Animated Feature
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BAFTA 2008 1 nomination- Nominated Best Animated Film – Chris Miller
Shrek the Third Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Shrek the Third (2007) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers
How Well Do You Know Shrek the Third?
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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Who is revealed to be King Harold's unexpected heir?
Shrek the Third Also Known As
48 alternative titles, including “Shrek 3” and “Shrek 3: Shrek the Third”.
- Also known as
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- Shrek 3
- Shrek 3: Shrek the Third
- Shrek 3 - The Third
- 史力加3
- Shrek 3 - De Derde
- Shrek Kolmas
- Shrek 3 Le Troisième
- Shrek 3 - Shrek Terzo
- Шрэк 3
- Шрек 3
- 怪物史瑞克3
- Shrek 3 Tercero
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- Şrek Üç
- Σρεκ 3
- Shrek Trzeci
- Shrek 3 - Der Dritte
- Gã Chằn Tinh Tốt Bụng 3
- シュレック3
- 史力加 3
- 怪物史莱克3
- Shrek der Dritte
- Shrek terzo
- Shrek le troisième
- Shrek de Derde
- Шрэк Третий
- Shrek o Terceiro
- Shrek tercero
- Shrek den tredje
- Shrek Třetí
- Shrek Tretí
- Harmadik Shrek
- שרק השלישי
- Σρεκ ο Τρίτος
- 슈렉 3
- Shrek al Treilea
- Шрек Трети
- Shrek Terceiro
- Shrek Tercer
- Шрек Третій
- เชร็ค 3
- 史瑞克三世
- Šreks Trešais
- Shrek treći
- Šrekas 3
- Shrek uchinchi
- Shrek Tretji
- شرک سه, შრეკი 3
- شريك 3
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Shrek the Third FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Shrek the Third, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Shrek the Third?
Shrek the Third runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was Shrek the Third released?
Shrek the Third was released on May 18, 2007.
Who directed Shrek the Third?
Shrek the Third was directed by Chris Miller and Raman Hui.
More films by Chris Miller Who is in the cast of Shrek the Third?
Shrek the Third stars Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz and Mike Myers.
How much did Shrek the Third make at the box office?
Shrek the Third grossed $808.3 million worldwide ($322.7 million domestic, $485.6 million international) on a budget of $160 million.
How is Shrek the Third rated?
Shrek the Third has 5.8/10 on IMDb, 58 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Was Shrek the Third nominated for any awards?
Shrek the Third received 2 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
Does Shrek the Third have a post-credit scene?
No. Shrek the Third has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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