

Shrek
“The greatest fairy tale never told.”
It ain't easy bein' green -- especially if you're a likable (albeit smelly) ogre named Shrek. On a mission to retrieve a gorgeous princess from the clutches of a fire-breathing dragon, Shrek teams up with an unlikely compatriot -- a wisecracking donkey.
Where to watch Shrek in United States
Click a service to open Shrek there. Availability last verified on June 23, 2026.
Where is Shrek streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Zee5, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix Kids, Netflix Standard with Ads, BBC iPlayer | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Crave, Starz Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, BINGE, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | RTL+, RTL+ Max Amazon Channel, Magenta TV+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, TF1+, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Amazon Prime Video, Claro video, HBO Max, Globoplay | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Shrek
Shrek is a 2001 English-language animation, comedy and fantasy film directed by Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson. The cast is led by Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. Viewers rate it 7.8/10 across 18800 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus.
Shrek was produced by Pacific Data Images, DreamWorks Animation, and DreamWorks Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on May 18, 2001, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $60 million, it went on to gross $489 million worldwide.
- Director
- Andrew Adamson, Vicky Jenson
- Writers
- Terry Rossio, Joe Stillman, Ted Elliott
- Release date
- May 18, 2001
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $60 million
- Box office
- $489 million
- Production
- Pacific Data Images, DreamWorks Animation, DreamWorks Pictures
Shrek cast & crew
Shrek was directed by Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson and written by Terry Rossio, Joe Stillman, and Ted Elliott.
The cast features Mike Myers as Shrek / Blind Mouse (voice), Eddie Murphy as Donkey (voice), Cameron Diaz as Princess Fiona (voice), John Lithgow as Lord Farquaad (voice), Vincent Cassel as Monsieur Hood (voice), and Peter Dennis as Ogre Hunter (voice).
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Harry Gregson-Williams and it was produced by Jeffrey Katzenberg and Aron Warner.
Is Shrek worth watching?
Shrek holds an audience score of 7.8/10 from 18,837 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed animation films.
At 1h 30m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy animation, comedy, and fantasy, Shrek is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Shrek
In United States, you can stream Shrek on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Shrek

Mike Myers
Shrek / Blind Mouse (voice)

Eddie Murphy
Donkey (voice)

Cameron Diaz
Princess Fiona (voice)

John Lithgow
Lord Farquaad (voice)

Vincent Cassel
Monsieur Hood (voice)

Peter Dennis
Ogre Hunter (voice)

Clive Pearse
Ogre Hunter (voice)

Jim Cummings
Captain of the Guards (voice)

Bobby Block
Baby Bear (voice)

Chris Miller
Geppetto / Magic Mirror (voice)

Cody Cameron
Pinnochio / Three Pigs (voice)

Kathleen Freeman
Old Woman (voice)
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Shrek — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Shrek in United States?
Shrek is streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus in United States.
▸Is Shrek on Peacock Premium?
Yes — Shrek is currently available on Peacock Premium in United States.
▸What language is Shrek in?
Shrek is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Shrek?
Shrek runs 1 hours 30 minutes (90 minutes).
▸What is Shrek rated?
Shrek is rated PG. It holds a 7.8/10 audience score from 18,837 ratings.















