Shrek

Shrek, a grumpy and self-centered ogre, enjoys a tranquil existence in his secluded swamp. His peaceful life is abruptly disturbed by an invasion of fairy-tale creatures, disrupting his cherished solitude.

A horde of fairy-tale beings, including Pinocchio and the Three Little Pigs, is ordered to invade Shrek's home by the ruthless Lord Farquaad. This invasion prompts Shrek to take action to reclaim his privacy.

Determined to confront Lord Farquaad, Shrek sets off on a journey with his new companion, Donkey, who proves to be quite enthusiastic and persistent. Together, they navigate the challenges that lie ahead.

Meanwhile, Lord Farquaad tortures the Gingerbread Man to extract information about the fairy-tale creatures. He eventually obtains the Magic Mirror, which reveals that marrying a princess is the only path to kingship.

Given three options — Cinderella, Snow White, and Princess Fiona — Lord Farquaad hastily decides to pursue Fiona for marriage. He silences the Mirror before it reveals Fiona's secret of her nightly transformation.

Shrek and Donkey arrive at Duloc, only to find a tournament being held to win the right to rescue Princess Fiona from a fortified castle. Utilizing his wit and strength, Shrek triumphs against the knights and confronts Farquaad.

After agreeing to rescue Fiona in exchange for releasing the fairy-tale creatures from his swamp, Shrek and Donkey embark on their mission. They navigate treacherous surroundings to reach the dragon-guarded castle.

Once inside the castle, Shrek and Donkey split up to find Fiona. Donkey charms the dragon, learning about her soft spot for him, which leads to a humorous interaction that hints at an unexpected alliance.

Upon being rescued, Fiona is initially excited but quickly feels disappointed upon seeing Shrek’s ogre form. As the trio escapes, Shrek inadvertently causes dragon chaos leading to a wild chase out of the castle.

As they journey back to Duloc, Fiona and Shrek slowly begin to connect despite their initial differences. They share moments that lay the foundation for a budding romance, although Fiona chooses to keep her distance.

Fiona accidentally confides in Donkey about her curse, which leads to her transforming into an ogress every night until true love's kiss breaks it. Shrek, overhearing, mistakenly believes she doesn't want him.

Shrek unintentionally brings Lord Farquaad to Fiona, leading to a tense confrontation. Heartbroken and feeling betrayed, Shrek retreats to his swamp, believing he has lost Fiona forever.

In his solitude, Shrek comes to realize his feelings for Fiona. When Donkey confronts him about Fiona's impending wedding to Farquaad, Shrek knows he must act quickly to save her.

With the help of Donkey and Dragon, Shrek races to Duloc to stop Fiona's wedding. They arrive just in time to create chaos at the ceremony, which leads to Fiona's surprising transformation.

Fiona transforms into an ogress before everyone, shocking the guests but ultimately leading to an emotional moment where she embraces her true self. Shrek and Fiona declare their love, sealing it with a kiss.

The film concludes with Shrek and Fiona celebrating their love in a whimsical wedding back in the swamp. They embark on their honeymoon as everyone joyfully sings, embracing their unique story together.