Hey there, Shrek fans! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably watched the Shrek movies more times than you can count. These films aren’t just animated masterpieces—they’re packed with some of the funniest, most memorable Shrek quotes ever. From Shrek’s grumpy wisdom to Donkey’s endless chatter and Puss in Boots’ charming one-liners, there’s something for everyone to love.
In this article, we’re diving into the best Shrek quotes from all the movies. Whether you’re looking for a good laugh, a trip down memory lane, or just some ogre-sized wisdom, you’ve come to the right place.
So grab some waffles, settle in, and let’s relive some of the most iconic moments from our favorite fairytale franchise!
The best Shrek quotes from all the movies
Let’s see 50 famous shrek quotes that will make you laugh out loud, featuring various characters:
1. Shrek: “Ogres are like onions. Onions have layers. Ogres have layers.”
2. Donkey: “You know what ELSE everybody likes? Parfaits! Have you ever met a person, you say, ‘Hey, let’s get some parfaits,’ they say, ‘Heck no, I don’t like no parfaits’? Parfaits are delicious. …Parfaits may be the most delicious thing on the whole damn planet!”
3. Shrek: “You know, Donkey, sometimes things are more than they appear.”
4. Puss in Boots: “Fear me, if you dare!”
5. Lord Farquaad: “Some of you may die, but it’s a sacrifice I am willing to make.”
6. Gingerbread Man: “No, not the buttons! Not my gumdrop buttons!”
7. Shrek: “This is the part where you run away.”
8. Donkey: “Hey I can fly! You might have seen a housefly, maybe even a superfly, but I bet you ain’t never seen a donkey fly!”
9. Princess Fiona: “I want what any princess wants: to live happily ever after… with the ogre I married.”
10. Puss in Boots: “I am Puss in Boots, and my name is Puss… in Boots!”
11. Shrek: “Better out than in, I always say.”
12. Donkey: “This’ll be fun. We’ll stay up late, swapping manly stories, and in the morning, I’m making waffles!”
13. Shrek: “Well, it’s no wonder you don’t have any friends.”
14. Magic Mirror: “Although she lives with seven other men, she’s not easy.”
15. Shrek: “I live in a swamp. I put up signs. I’m a terrifying ogre! … What are you doing in my swamp?!”
16. Fairy Godmother: “This marriage is binding, and that makes me king! See? See?”
17. Donkey: “….”
18. Shrek: “I’m not the one with the problem, okay? It’s the world that seems to have a problem with me.”
19. Donkey: “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?”
20. Puss in Boots: “The honor is mine.”
21. Shrek: “Well, I have to save my ass.”
22. Gingerbread Man: “The only thing you’re ever gonna be king of is King of the Stupids!”
23. Gingerbread Man: “Do you know the muffin man?”
24. Fairy Godmother: “If You Really Love Her, You’ll Let Her Go.”
25. Pinocchio: “I’m a real boy!”
26. Shrek: “For five minutes…can you not be yourself? FOR FIVE MINUTES?!”
27. Donkey: “Can I stay with you? Please?”
28. Fiona’s Mother: “It’s so nice to have the family together for dinner.”
29. Fiona: “What kind of knight are you?”
30. Donkey: “That’s another thing we have in common. Like I hate it when you got somebody in your face, you trying to give them a hint and they won’t leave. There’s that awkward silence.”
31. Shrek: “Someday I Will Repay You. Unless, Of Course, I Can’t Find You Or If I Forget.”
32. Donkey: “I Just Know, Before This Is Over, I’m Gonna Need A Whole Lot Of Serious Therapy.”
33. Puss in Boots: “I hate Mondays.”
34. Shrek: “That must be Lord Farquaad’s castle. Do you think he’s maybe compensating for something?”
35. Donkey: “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!”
36. Donkey: “In some cultures, donkeys are revered as the smartest of animals.”
37. Donkey: “Nobody said I have the right to remain silent!”
Shrek: “Donkey, you have the right. What you lack is the capacity.”
38. Lord Farquaad: “The Ogre Has Fallen In Love With The Princess!”
39. Shrek: ““I like my privacy.”
40. Donkey: “Don’t die, Shrek. And if you see any long tunnels, stay away from the light!”
41. Donkey: “Because that’s what friends do, they FORGIVE EACH OTHER!”
42. Shrek: “That’ll do, Donkey. That’ll do”
43. Donkey: “Don’t you want to tell me about your trip? How about a game of Parcheesi?”
44. King Harold: “Shrek, Fiona will you accept an Old Frog’s apology and my blessing?”
45. Donkey: “you definitely need some Tic Tacs or something, ’cause your breath stinks!”
46. Shrek: “Donkey, two things okay? Shut… up!”
47. Gingerbread Man: “Its a thong.”
48. Guard: “Cat nip” Puss in Boots: “Er, that’s not mine”
49. Shrek: “Working hard or hardly working?”
50. Lord Farquaad: What’s that? It’s hideous! Shrek: Well, that’s not very nice. …It’s just a donkey.
And there you have it—some of the most unforgettable Shrek quotes that have kept us laughing and inspired over the years. Whether it’s Shrek’s grumpy yet insightful remarks, Donkey’s endless enthusiasm, or Puss in Boots’ charming declarations, these lines have made the Shrek series a timeless favorite.
We hope you enjoyed this trip down memory lane as much as we did. Maybe you found a quote you had forgotten about, or perhaps you discovered a new favorite. Either way, these quotes remind us why we fell in love with the quirky characters and hilarious world of Shrek in the first place.
So next time you need a good laugh or a bit of ogre wisdom, you know where to turn. Until then, keep the spirit of the swamp alive and remember: “Better out than in, I always say!”
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