Shrek (2001)
Shrek is streaming in New Zealand on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video.
The verdict
Shrek landed among the stronger English films of its release window. It's sitting at 7.8/10 on TMDB across 19,332 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. At a brisk 90 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In New Zealand you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video.
Should you spend 90 minutes on it?
90 minutes of English animation with a comedy streak, fine for the whole family. That score holds across 19,332 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 7.8/10 across 19,332 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you won't get past the format
- Best for
- A weekend afternoon with the family
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 30m — short |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Comedy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Andrew Adamson
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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