Shrek the Third

• Fantasy
• Adventure
• Animation
• Comedy
• Family

In a desperate bid to avoid kingship, the ogre Shrek and his queen Fiona embark on a chaotic quest to locate Artie, a reclusive and awkward teenager revealed to be the rightful heir to the throne. This animated adventure subverts typical fairytale tropes, centering not on a hero’s ambition but on a reluctant protagonist’s longing for a simple life. Complicating matters is a villainous plot hatched within a theatrical school, reliant on elaborate deception and a surprising betrayal by a trusted friend – and a surprisingly vulnerable dragon. The film blends slapstick comedy with surprisingly tender moments surrounding the anxieties of leadership and unexpected parenthood, creating a uniquely amusing and self-aware take on the “happily ever after.”