Shrek the Third

He's in for the royal treatment.

2007 • 93 min • Fantasy · Adventure · Animation · Comedy · Family

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Synopsis

After the King of Far Far Away dies, Shrek and Fiona are to succede. However, Shrek wants to return to his cozy swamp and live in peace and quiet, so when he finds out there is another heir to the throne, he and Donkey set off to bring him back to rule the kingdom.

Our family guide

Best from age 6

Movie Knight Score

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100 Reviewers · 1 · 51%
63 Audience · 9904 · 49%

Princess Fiona and Shrek are next in line for the throne of Far Far Away, but Shrek prefers his swamp life. He, Donkey, and Puss set out to find the true heir, Artie, bringing him back to rule the kingdom. Meanwhile, Prince Charming plots to seize the throne.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 1/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Some characters might seem a bit mean or selfish initially.
Brief scenes of peril or magical threats.
Expect some silly slapstick humor and mild potty jokes.

What it models well

Embracing personal strengths
Finding your own path
Loyalty to friends and family
Dealing with new responsibilities

Talk about it after

What makes a good leader?
How do you handle unexpected changes?
It's okay to be scared of new things, like becoming a parent.
Friendship means supporting each other through big challenges.

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Top billed cast

Director: Chris Miller • Crew: Peter S. Seaman, Jeffrey Price, Chris Miller, Andrew Adamson, Aron Warner

Trailers & clips

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Reviewer notes

Recommended
The King decided that he didn't much fancy this third outing, so conveniently died and left the kingdom to his daughter "Fiona" and her husband "Shrek". Thing is, he'd much rather just stay at home and leave the governing to someone else. "I know", thinks he - let's go and find the legendary "Prince Artie" and see if we can't get him to take the job instead. Off he, "Donkey" and "Puss in Boots" set on their quest,...
Geronimo1967, TMDB Community