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Where to watch Shrek (2001) tonight

Shrek (2001) runs 1 h 30 min, is rated PG in the US and averages 7.8 from 19,554 TMDB members. 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.

Runtime
1 h 30 min — ends 9:30 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated
PG (US)
Genres
Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Adventure, Family
Released
May 18, 2001
TMDB rating
7.8 / 10 from 19,554 votes
Director
Andrew Adamson, Vicky Jenson
Starring
Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, John Lithgow
Language
English
Good for a group? Yes — a crowd movie.Animation and Comedy hold a room: people can talk, laugh or scream over it and still follow what is going on.

Where to watch it tonight

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Peacock Premium (subscription), Peacock Premium Plus (subscription).

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Questions people ask

How long is Shrek?
Shrek is 1 h 30 min long (90 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:30 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Shrek rated?
Shrek is rated PG in the US.
Is Shrek a good movie to watch with a group?
Yes — a crowd movie. Animation and Comedy hold a room: people can talk, laugh or scream over it and still follow what is going on.
Where can I stream Shrek?
In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Peacock Premium (subscription), Peacock Premium Plus (subscription). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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