10 Funniest Quotes From the Shrek Movies

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As a long-time admirer of the Shrek franchise, I find myself utterly captivated by the witty dialogues and clever character development that permeate each film. Each quote showcased here offers a unique glimpse into the lives of our favorite characters, revealing their humor, frustration, and resilience.

Fairy tale films are not typically renowned for their humor; instead, they tend to focus on grand storytelling rather than self-reflective analysis. However, one movie franchise stands out from the rest by breaking the mold in a remarkable way. The Shrek series, launched in 2001, is famous for turning fairy tale stereotypes on their heads in clever and amusing manners.

The films chronicle the adventures of Shrek, a grumpy ogre who had his life disrupted when he was compelled to go on a journey to save Princess Fiona. Along this journey, not only does Shrek manage to rescue Fiona, but he also ends up marrying her, transforming into a hero and gathering a diverse array of allies and adversaries throughout four films. As the fifth Shrek movie is being made, let’s explore some of the most hilarious quotes that the Shrek series has provided us with over time.

10 “Lord Farquaad. He huffed, and he puffed… and he signed an eviction notice.”

Shrek (2001)

Shrek’s tranquil swamp life is disrupted when an array of fairytale characters invade it one day. It’s revealed that Shrek resides near a realm inhabited by characters from popular fairy tales, which is ruled by the tyrant Lord Farquaad. Farquaad despises these creatures and considers them contaminants to his kingdom.

The Three Little Pigs in the film are portrayed as ordinary pigs donning distinct hats and speaking with strong German accents. In a witty nod to the classic nursery rhyme, one of them tells Shrek, “Lord Farquaad. He blew hard… and served an eviction notice.” This line is amusing in its own right, but it also cleverly introduces the movie’s plot by blending a well-known fairy tale element with a contemporary setting.

9 “Some of you may die, but it’s a sacrifice I am willing to make.”

Shrek (2001)

In the world of Shrek, since the title character is a grumpy, untidy ogre, it’s crucial that the antagonist be truly despicable to make viewers want him defeated. Luckily, Lord Farquaad, played by John Lithgow, fits the bill perfectly. He is the short-statured ruler of Duloc, the land where Shrek and all other fairy tale characters reside.

Farquaad is consumed by the desire to be a powerful ruler and sees marrying Princess Fiona as the key. To achieve this, he plans to rescue her from her dragon-guarded tower, but he’s unwilling to risk his own life. Instead, he intends to delegate the dangerous task to one of his soldiers, casually mentioning the mission to his assembled troops: “Some of you might lose your lives, but I’m ready to make that sacrifice.” This statement offers a glimpse into Farquaad’s self-centered and privileged mindset.

8 “Someday, I will repay you. Unless, of course, I can’t find you or if I forget.”

Shrek 2 (2004)

In his own series, Shrek might be considered the main character, but he certainly doesn’t fit the mold of a traditional hero. The franchise consistently portrays fairy tale characters as complex, flawed individuals with a touch of humor. For instance, in “Shrek 2”, when Shrek transforms into a human, he resorts to hitchhiking to reach the Kingdom of Far Far Away – hardly the actions expected from a hero meant for children’s stories.

Initially, Shrek and his companions attempt to intercept a passing carriage. Later, they notice the owner’s son whose attire matches perfectly with Shrek’s newly acquired human form. In no time, Shrek seizes the son’s clothes for himself, saying to him and his father, “I will repay you someday, unless I can’t find you or if I forget.” Unfortunately, the boy had to endure the cold on his way home, only later discovering that he had been stripped of his clothing by none other than the newly crowned prince of the realm.

7 “Oh, don’t feel bad, Shrek. Almost everybody who meets you wants to kill you.”

Shrek 2 (2004)

In the story, Shrek serves as the main character, but Donkey, Shrek’s loyal companion and comedic sidekick played by Eddie Murphy, plays a significant role. Donkey is always urging Shrek to cast aside his grumpy, disliking-people attitude and embrace love. Though he makes an excellent friend, Donkey sometimes struggles with knowing when to stop talking at inopportune moments.

In a similar scenario, when Shrek learns that his new father-in-law had secretly hired an assassin to eliminate him, Shrek is deeply hurt. Trying to comfort him, Donkey instead remarks, “Hey, don’t worry, Shrek. Most people who cross your path seem to want you dead.” Although the statement might hold some truth, it certainly does little to ease Shrek’s distress at the moment. In response, Shrek can only muster a grim “Thanks” with a heavy heart.

6 “This could be so much easier if I wasn’t COLORBLIND.”

Shrek (2001)

Donkey may be loud and tactless when it comes to doing anything helpful, but nothing beats his desire to help his friends to the best of his ability. Like when Shrek suffers an accident that leaves him in pain, leaving him with an arrow stuck in his rear. Fiona tells Donkey to go search for a special healing flower in the forest that has blue petals and red thorns.

Although the mission serves as a ruse to grant Shrek and Fiona some quiet time, Donkey remains unaware of this scheme and promptly embarks on his floral expedition. He darts haphazardly through the woods, mumbling under his breath “Blue flower, red thorns, blue flower, red thorns.” The viewers are puzzled as Donkey consistently bypasses flowers that fit the description, until he cries out in annoyance, “If only I weren’t COLORBLIND!

5 “Donkey, you have the right to remain silent. What you lack is the capacity.”

Shrek 2 (2004)

As a cinema aficionado, I’d rephrase it like this: Following Shrek’s transformation into a dashing human after drinking a magical potion, Donkey experiences a similar change, morphing into an enchanting steed straight out of a fairy tale. Yet, his irritating personality remains as unchanged as ever. On our journey back to Fiona’s kingdom to save her from the clutches of the wicked Fairy God Mother and Prince Charming, Shrek and our motley crew find ourselves in trouble with the local authorities.

The gathering finds itself in a typical dungeon scenario, adorned with manacles, shackles, and all the necessary accouterments. Despite their precarious situation, Donkey continues his chatterbox ways, berating the guards for failing to recite his rights, including the right to remain silent. Eventually, Shrek, who has reached his boiling point, roars, “Donkey, you have the ability to stay quiet. What you seem to lack is the self-control.

4 “Somebody help! I’ve been kidnapped by a monster who’s trying to relate to me!”

Shrek the Third (2007)

Overcoming numerous hurdles, Shrek ultimately manages to persuade his royal parents-in-law that he is worthy of marrying Fiona. However, just because he becomes their son-in-law doesn’t mean Shrek harbors any ambition to be the next king of the Far, Far Away Land. With the succession looming, Shrek embarks on a journey to find Arthur (voiced by Justin Timberlake), the rightful heir to the kingdom.

He does manage to find Arthur, but the latter has no interest in coming back to Far, Far Away. This leads to the most uncomfortable moment of Shrek’s life, as he fumblingly tries to connect with Arthur by speaking in a “hip” way complete with the latest in “fresh” lingo, including phrases like “I feel you, dude” and “Straight trippin’.” Finally Arthur has had enough, and he shuts down Shrek’s embarrassing overtures by shouting, “Somebody help! I’ve been kidnapped by a monster who’s trying to relate to me!”

3 “If it were real, that would have been agonizingly painful.”

Shrek the Third (2007)

During Shrek’s journey to recover Arthur, he stumbles upon a high school that seems to be plucked straight from a John Hughes film in the Middle Ages. There, you’ll find the nerds, the athletes, and everyone in between. At first, Shrek mistakenly identifies Lancelot as Arthur, but eventually spots the true individual he seeks and trails him into the school auditorium.

To enter, Shrek must conceal himself by donning an ogre mascot suit and acting like an ordinary person. Puss in Boots scratches into the costume’s leg with his sharp nails, while Donkey unintentionally kicks him there. Struggling to hide his discomfort from the unexpected attack, Shrek weakly groans, “If that were genuine, it would have been excruciatingly painful.

2 “Do the roar.”

Shrek Forever After (2010)

As the fourth, less recognized “Shrek” film unfolds, the main ogre’s life has been transformed almost beyond belief. Now he boasts a wife and numerous offspring, and his image as a powerful, terrifying ogre is no more. This shift becomes evident at a birthday party where Shrek is present. There, Butter Pants’ father confronts him, revealing that even the smallest, most fearsome children now perceive Shrek differently.

With a constant disapproving glare and always chewing on a lollipop, Butter Pants insists that Shrek performs his signature roar whenever he makes an order, even though Shrek tries to avoid turning it into a playful act for an annoying child. Unfazed by Shrek’s reluctance, Butter Pants persists in demanding, “Do the roar,” making life difficult for Shrek and adding stress to his already troubled situation. Eventually, after much persistence from Butter Pants, Shrek gives in and lets out a mighty roar that will be remembered for ages.

1 “Feed me, if you dare.”

Shrek Forever After (2010)

In the Shrek films, one standout character is the cunning Puss in Boots. He’s a dashing scoundrel and an assassin who thrives on thrilling escapades – that is, the original version of Puss. However, when Shrek rewinds the events from the first three movies, Puss finds himself in an altered world, now a spoiled and overfed pet living under someone else’s roof.

This version of Puss is nothing like the original, let me tell you. He’s more spherical than usual and too bulky to wear his iconic boots. His famous line, “Fear me, if you dare,” has been given a fresh twist: instead of striking fear, he now challenges others with, “Feed me, if you dare.” When Shrek encounters this new Puss, he’s left stunned and speechless. In response, the plump Puss stretches out grandly and boldly states his new catchphrase.

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2024-10-14 03:04