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.
Shrek is feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities of being a husband and father, longing for his glory days as a fearsome ogre. He makes a deal with Rumpelstiltskin to regain his ogre freedom for a day, only to find himself in an alternate, twisted reality where ogres are hunted and Rumpelstiltskin rules. Shrek must race against time to win back his family and his swamp.
Shrek Forever After was generally seen as a return to form for the franchise after the mixed reception of its predecessor. Critics appreciated its return to the series' earlier comedic sensibilities and its heartfelt themes, though some found the plot somewhat formulaic.
Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed 'Shrek Forever After,' finding it to be a fun and entertaining conclusion to the series. Many viewers appreciated the humor, the heartwarming story, and the return to the franchise's roots, with a significant number feeling it was a satisfying end to Shrek's adventures.
Nominated for a Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Animated Movie.
The character of Rumpelstiltskin was originally intended to be voiced by a different actor, but Mike Myers took over the role after the initial casting was dropped.
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