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When it comes to legendary cinematic phrases, it would be blasphemy to ignore a large number of Shrek quotes. Their arrival to our cinematic world was a blessing in disguise for the cinephiles. Like with all DreamWorks quotes, there are hidden philosophical messages in all of them.
The best starting point would be with the Shrek onion quote. We might write off this green humanoid beast as a simple ogre. However, as the character says, ogres are like onions, meaning they have layers of emotions too. They feel, can be hurt, and be more empathetic and understanding than humans.
Farquaad and Donkey quotes from Shrek are opposites of each other— two sides of the same coin. Donkey seems to view the world through more rose-colored glasses. His friendship phrases show how much he cares about Shrek. Lord Farquaad quotes play against this idea, instead focusing on the need to be selfish.
All in all, it’s hard to argue with the fact that the majority of the best Shrek quotes are peak philosophy. We have compiled the phrases the franchise is known for. Upvote the sayings you liked the most. If you have anything else to share about the movies, do so in the comments below.
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#1
Waffles Fix Everything
“This’ll be fun. We’ll stay up late, swapping manly stories, and in the morning… I’m making waffles!” - Donkey
When did the Shrek franchise start?
DreamWorks studio bought the rights to the movie adaptation of the book Shrek! in 1995. Even in 1991, Steven Spielberg started to throw out ideas of adapting this movie into live action, with Bill Murray portraying the character of Shrek. With four acclaimed films, it seems like DreamWorks hit the mark by going the more cartoonish way of filmmaking.
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#2
Mood for the entire week
"I hate Mondays." - Puss in Boots
#3
Colorblind chaos, 10/10 relatable
“Blue flower, red thorns. Blue flower, red thorns. Blue flower, red thorns. Man, this would be so much easier if I wasn’t color blind!” - Donkey
Why did Shrek become so popular?
Shrek was quite groundbreaking, animation-wise, for its time, and it helped market the movie to a wider audience. Besides the animation, the whole franchise has become the subject of multiple memes. In addition, the soundtrack, especially the Smash Mouth song, allowed the original movie to stay relevant for several decades.
#4
Who Knew Donkeys Were Brainiacs?
"In some cultures, donkeys are revered as the smartest of animals." - Donkey
#5
Big Castle, Small Insecurities?
“That must be Lord Farquaad’s castle. Do you think he’s maybe compensating for something?” - Shrek
What inspired Shrek?
While the movie might have been an adaptation of the book Shrek!, there are other sources that the filmmakers drew inspiration from as well. For example, the character of Shrek might be inspired by Maurice Tillet, also known as the “French Angel.” The location of the swamp is also thought to be inspired by New Orleans in the state of Louisiana.
#6
Self-Acceptance > Name-Calling
“After a while, you learn to ignore the names people call you and just trust who you are.” - Shrek
#7
Some conversations are better left unspoken
“You know what? Maybe there’s a good reason donkeys shouldn’t talk.” - Shrek
#8
Minty fresh, but make it iconic
“Oh, what large teeth you have. I mean, white sparkly teeth. I know you probably hear this all the time from your food, but you must bleach or something, ’cause that’s one dazzling smile you got there. And do I detect a hint of minty freshness?” - Donkey
#10
When you know your rights but not your brain
Donkey: “Nobody said I have the right to remain silent!”
Shrek: “Donkey, you have the right to remain silent. What you lack is the capacity.”
#11
Not your average housemate drama
“Although she lives with seven other men, she’s not easy.” — Magic Mirror
#13
Honestly, Same Energy
"I'm sorry, the position of annoying talking animal has already been taken." - Donkey
#14
Layers of life, no crying allowed
“Ogres are like onions.” - Shrek
#15
Not Your Messenger, Just Your Delivery Guy
“Hey! I’m no one’s messenger boy, all right? I’m a delivery boy.” - Shrek
#16
Someone’s not sharing snacks here
“What are you doing in my swamp!?” - Shrek
#17
Relatable Anxiety Level: Shrek
“Well my stomach aches and my palms just got sweaty, must be a high school.” - Shrek
#18
Okay, that hit different
“You know what the best part of today was? I got the chance to fall in love with you all over again.” - Shrek
#19
Brutal Honesty, Best Friend Energy
“Only a true friend would be that truly honest.” - Donkey
#20
When Donkeys Decide to Take Off
“You might have seen a housefly, maybe even a superfly, but I bet you ain’t never seen a donkey fly.” - Donkey
#21
Relatable AF and ready to fight
“Please! I don’t wanna go back there. You don’t know what it’s like to be considered a freak… well, maybe you do, but that’s why we gotta stick together. You gotta let me stay!” - Donkey
#22
Parfaits: The Undisputed Crowd-Pleaser
“You know what ELSE everybody likes? Parfaits! Have you ever met a person, you say, ‘Let’s get some parfait,’ they say, ‘Hell no, I don’t like no parfait’? Parfaits are delicious!” - Donkey
#24
Brutal Honesty, But Make It Cute
“C’mon, princess, you’re not that ugly. All right, you are ugly. But you’re only like this at night. Shrek’s ugly 24/7.” - Donkey
#26
Mood: Immediate Therapy Needed
“Before this is over, I’m gonna need a whole lot of serious therapy. Look at my eye twitchin’.” - Donkey
#27
Dragons and Donkeys, No Cap
“All right, nobody move! I got a dragon here, and I’m not afraid to use it. I’m a donkey on the edge!” - Donkey
#29
When Hinting Fails Spectacularly
“That’s another thing we have in common. I hate it when you’ve got someone in your face, you try to give someone a hint and they won’t leave, and then there’s that big awkward silence, you know?” - Donkey
#30
Mood: Desperately Extra
“Oh! Pick me! Pick me! Me! Me! Meeee!” - Donkey
#31
Same energy, different agony
“I hate these ball shows. They bore me to tears! Flip over to Wheel of Torture.” - Gingerbread Man
#32
Not Your Average Dream Home
Donkey: “Whoa. Look at that. Who’d wanna live in a place like that?”
Shrek: “That would be my home.”
#33
Deep Down, Still Crying
"You're so wrapped up in layers, onion boy, you're afraid of your own feelings." — Donkey
#34
Imagine If Shrek Took a Break from Being Shrek
"For five minutes, could you not be yourself?" - Shrek
#37
Plot twist nobody saw coming
"He endures blistering winds and scorching desert! He climbs to the highest room of the tallest tower, and what does he find? Some wolf telling him that his princess is already married!" - Fairy Godmother
Junior Farrell 2 years ago
I see you left out the part where she says the wolf is gender confused
#39
Ouch, Shrek’s not here to make friends
“Well, it’s no wonder you don’t have any friends.” - Shrek
#40
Waffles in the Wild? Say What
“There’s a stack of freshly made waffles in the middle of the forest! Don’t you find that a wee bit suspicious?” - Shrek
#41
Promises Made, Probably Broken
“Someday, I will repay you. Unless, of course, I can’t find you. Or I forget.” - Shrek
#42
Plot twist even Shrek didn’t see coming
“You know, Donkey, sometimes things are more than they appear.” - Shrek
#44
Fairy tales, but make it snarky
“Once upon a time, there was a lovely princess. But she had an enchantment upon her of a fearful sort which could only be broken by love’s first kiss. She was locked away in a castle guarded by a terrible fire-breathing dragon. Many brave knights had attempted to free her from this dreadful prison, but none prevailed. She waited in the dragon’s keep, in the highest room of the tallest tower, for her true love and true love’s first kiss… like that’s ever gonna happen. What a load of…” - Shrek
#45
Plot Twist: Boulder Appreciation Society
“I like that boulder. That is a nice boulder.” - Donkey
#46
When Small Talk Gets Gamey
“Don’t you want to tell me about your trip? How about a game of Parcheesi?” - Donkey
#47
Not even dragons want to breathe near you
“Wow, that was really scary, and if you don’t mind me saying, if that don’t work, your breath will certainly get the job done, ’cause you definitely need some Tic Tacs or something ’cause your breath STINKS.” - Donkey
#48
Manifesting that VIP life energy
“It’s gonna be champagne wishes and caviar dreams from now on.” - Donkey
#49
Well, That Escalated Quickly
“Oh, Shrek. Don’t worry; things just seem bad because it’s dark and rainy and Fiona’s father hired a sleazy hitman to whack you. It’ll be better in the morning. You’ll see.” - Donkey
#50
Plot twist: Didn’t see that coming
“Man, you gotta warn somebody before you crack one like that. My mouth was open and everything.” - Donkey
#51
Mood: Shrek meets survival advice
“Don’t die, Shrek. And if you see any long tunnels, stay away from the light!” - Donkey
#52
Ouch, that Hit Like a Shrek
“You cut me deep, Shrek. You cut me real deep just now.” - Donkey
#53
Official Stair Boss Energy
“Don’t mess wit’ me. I’m the Stair Master. I’ve mastered the stairs. I wish I had a step right here, I could step here and here and here and step all over it.” - Donkey
#55
Feel Personally Attacked Right Now
“No, not the buttons… not my gumdrop buttons!” - Gingerbread Man
#56
When bakers turn up the heat
“Fire up the ovens, Muffin Man! We’ve got a big order to fill.” - Gingerbread Man
#57
Dark humor level: expert
“Some of you may die, but it’s a sacrifice I’m willing to make.” — Lord Farquaad
Junior Farrell 2 years ago
This is the most inconsiderate thing anyone can say. Good thing he got eaten, he was not a good ruler.
#58
Plot twist: Dad’s got feelings too
“Shrek, Fiona… will you accept an old frog’s apology and my blessing?” — King Harold
#59
Breakfast with royal attitude
“Good morning. Um, how do you like your eggs?” — Princess Fiona
#60
Not your average fairytale chaos
"If you think this mad scene ain't dope, I feel you, dude." - Shrek
#61
Breakfast hits different when you’re a swamp icon
"I already had a big bowl of curly-toed weirdo for breakfast." - Shrek
#64
Marriage: Plot twist edition
Shrek: "Who said I want to be part of this family?"
Princess Fiona: "You did? When you married me?"
#65
When Your Plans Meet Reality
“I only wanted what was best for Fiona, but I can see now she already has it.” - King Harold
#66
Bet He Upgraded For Love
“He is a bit different, but people do change for the ones they love. You'd be surprised how much I changed for your mother.” - King Harold
#67
This Is Why Shrek Would Never Chill With Me
“Donkey, if that was me, you’d be dead. That’s brimstone… we must be getting close.” - Shrek
#68
Guess Who’s Getting a Smack
“All right, you’re going the right way for a smack bottom.” - Shrek
#70
True Friendship in One Line
“Because that’s what friends do, they FORGIVE EACH OTHER!” - Donkey
#71
Mood: officially ruined
“It looks like we’re up chocolate creek without a popsicle stick.” - Gingerbread Man
#72
Savage Roasts Level: Farquaad
Lord Farquaad: “What’s that? It’s hideous!”
Shrek: “Well, that’s not very nice. It’s just a donkey.”
#73
No One Asked, But Here We Are
"How do you explain sgt. pompous and the fancy pants club band?" - Shrek
#74
Never Trust an Ogre’s Chill Side
“I’m an Ogre! You know, ‘Grab your torch and pitchforks!’" - Shrek
#75
Relatable royalty meltdown
"But, I don't understand. I'm supposed to be beautiful." - Princess Fiona
#77
When your toy’s got its own fan club
“Five shillings for the possessed toy. Take it away.” — Captain of Guards
#78
Plot twist: villain’s got receipts
“I’m not the monster here. You are. You and the rest of that fairy tale trash, poisoning my perfect world. Now tell me!” — Lord Farquaad
#79
Crown Yourself, Bedhead and All
"It’s time to pack up your toothbrush and jammies. You’re the new king of Far Far Away." - Shrek
#80
Mood: Princess Level Rogue
"What are you doing? You know, you should sweep me off my feet out yonder window and down a rope onto your valiant steed." - Princess Fiona
#81
Night owl meets daylight dilemma
"By night one way, by day another. This shall be the norm. Until you find true love's first kiss. And then take love's true form." - Princess Fiona
What do you think ?
Junior Farrell 2 years ago
Why did i read this, half of it didn't even have the corresponding scene pic to go with it.
Junior Farrell 2 years ago
Why did i read this, half of it didn't even have the corresponding scene pic to go with it.
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