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Where to watch the Shrek films in order

The Shrek franchise is an animation, comedy and family series of 5 films released between 2001 and 2027. It runs from Shrek (2001) to Shrek Forever After (2010), and this guide lays out every film in the order to watch it, with where each one streams in India.

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4 of 5
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2001–2027
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AnimationComedyFamilyFantasyAdventure
Shrek
Shrek 2
Shrek the Third
Shrek Forever After
Shrek 5
Where to watch in India

4 of the 5 Shrek films stream on Indian OTT (Prime Video); the remaining 1 is available to rent or buy.

Prime Video

The Shrek franchise, explained

The series reviews well overall: its 4 rated films average 6.9 on TMDB, peaking at 7.8 for Shrek (2001) and dropping to 6.3 for Shrek the Third (2007).

The toughest age rating across the franchise is PG, so plan the saga accordingly.

This guide lists every film in release order with its India streaming home, so you always know what to watch next and where. We refresh availability as titles move between platforms.

How to watch the Shrek films in order

The clearest way through the Shrek franchise is release order — the sequence the films came out in. Begin with Shrek (2001) and finish on Shrek Forever After (2010). 4 of the 5 are on Indian OTT (Prime Video); for the 1 that isn't, you'll need to rent or buy.

5 films, in release order

  1. 1
    The film that started the franchise — and its highest-rated.

    Shrek

    20017.81h 30mMoviePG

    “The greatest fairy tale never told.”

    Directors: Andrew Adamson, Vicky Jenson

    Cast: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, John Lithgow

    Streaming in India
    Prime Video

    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.

    AnimationComedyFantasyAdventure
  2. 2
    The second film in the franchise.

    Shrek 2

    20047.31h 32mMoviePG

    “What happens after happily ever after?”

    Directors: Conrad Vernon, Kelly Asbury, Andrew Adamson

    Cast: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, Julie Andrews

    Streaming in India
    Prime Video

    Happily ever after never seemed so far far away when a trip to meet the in-laws turns into a hilariously twisted adventure for Shrek and Fiona. With the help of ever-faithful Donkey, Shrek takes on the potion-brewing Fairy Godmother, pompous Prince Charming, and infamous ogre-killer Puss In Boots.

    AnimationComedyFamilyFantasy
  3. 3
    The third film in the franchise — and its lowest-rated.

    Shrek the Third

    20076.31h 33mMoviePG

    “He's in for the royal treatment.”

    Director: Chris Miller

    Cast: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, Antonio Banderas

    Streaming in India
    Prime Video

    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.

    FantasyAdventureAnimationComedy
  4. 4
    The most recent film.

    Shrek Forever After

    20106.41h 33mMoviePG

    “It ain't ogre... til it's ogre.”

    Director: Mike Mitchell

    Cast: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, Antonio Banderas

    Streaming in India
    Prime Video

    A midlife-crisis burdened Shrek, longing for the days when he felt like a real ogre, makes a pact with magic deal-maker Rumpelstiltskin. But when he's duped and sent to a twisted version of Far Far Away—where Rumpelstiltskin is king, ogres are hunted, and he and Fiona have never met—he sets out to restore his world and reclaim his true love.

    ComedyAdventureFantasyAnimation
  5. 5
    The next film in the franchise.

    Shrek 5

    2027Movie

    “The All-Star returns.”

    Directors: Walt Dohrn, Conrad Vernon

    Cast: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, Zendaya

    Upcoming · 2027-06-30

    Shrek and Donkey team up for another whirlwind, big-city adventure.

    AnimationComedyFantasyAdventure

Shrek: where to watch — FAQ

How many Shrek films are there?
There are 5 Shrek films, released between 2001 and 2027 — from Shrek (2001) to Shrek 5 (2027).
Where can I watch the Shrek films in India?
4 of the 5 Shrek films stream on Indian OTT on Prime Video. The remaining films are available to rent or buy.
Is Shrek on Netflix in India?
No. In India the Shrek films are not on Netflix — they stream on Prime Video.
What order should I watch the Shrek films in?
Watch them in release order, starting with Shrek (2001) and ending with Shrek 5 (2027). The full 5-film order is listed above.

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