Shrek the Halls
Seen it?2007 | 28 min | Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Family
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (73 on Metacritic), though it had a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh, fantasy fans and adventure fans. If you loved Shrek, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Light and funny, feel-good.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 28 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
The Christmas tree isn't the only thing green in this new holiday classic. Shrek is back and trying to get into the spirit of the season. After promising Fiona and the kids a Christmas they'll remember, he is forced to take a crash course in the holiday. But just when he thinks he has everything for their quiet family Christmas just right, there is a knock at the door.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
73 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 46K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Gary Trousdale
- Mike MyersShrek (voice)
- Eddie MurphyDonkey (voice)
- Cameron DiazPrincess Fiona (voice)
- Antonio BanderasPuss in Boots (voice)
- Cody CameronPinocchio / Three Pigs (voice)
- Conrad VernonGingerbread Man (voice)
- Aron WarnerWolf (voice)
- Christopher KnightsBlind Mice (voice)
- Gary TrousdaleSanta (voice)
- Susan FitzerSuzie Cookie (voice)