In addition to Puss in Boots, see which other characters from the ‘Shrek’ franchise could win a spin-off
Being the first Oscar-winning film in the Best Animated Feature category, ‘Shrek‘, a feature film released in 2001 that satirizes classic fairy tale stories, opened the doors to a huge franchise that today has four feature films already produced and a fifth on the way, two spin-offs, themed games, a musical and various collectible products.
Much of the success is due to the characters who, in addition to those who live the romance that guides the plot, that is, Shrek and Princess Fiona, also include figures known among lovers of fantasy narratives, such as dragons, fairies, talking animals, witches and of course, the good guys who were victims of curses and enchantments.
The truth is that the characters are so incredible that, like the main couple, they deserve to have their stories covered on the big screen. So much so that one of them achieved the feat of starring in his own work: Puss in Boots, which appeared in the two derivative films, released in 2011 and 2022.
Still, other figures in the franchise could also have their own titles released in theaters or even on streaming. With that in mind, RECREIO brought together 5 characters from ‘Shrek’ who deserved a spin-off. Check out:
1. Donkey
The first name on the list could not be anything else: Donkey, the talking animal who becomes best friends with the grumpy ogre who just wanted a peaceful life in the swamp, but has his routine turned upside down when he sees fantastic creatures invading his home. space.
Chatty and funny, Donkey is the protagonist of several moments of comic relief, although his history in the franchise brings a lot of romance and drama as well, which arouses the curiosity to discover more about the character’s trajectory beyond the moments alongside Shrek, be it related to his past before the fateful event that linked his life with that of the ogre, or to the details not covered about his relationship with the Dragon, for example.
2. Fairy Godmother
One of Shrek’s most iconic villains is the Fairy Godmother. The character, who deviates from the classic portrayal of the good fairy who helps those in need without asking for anything in return, ended up becoming a victim of herself at the end of “Shrek 2” when she was transformed into soap bubbles, but she could have other evil plans of her own. from the past addressed in a spin-off, or even details of its origin revealed, including how the potions and spells factory was created, which had enchanted employees.
3. Doris
Doris, one of Cinderella’s stepsisters, is also known as the ugly stepsister. The character, who becomes Fiona’s friend and participates in several of the franchise’s highlights, could have more of her past covered in a film or solo episodes, where it would even be possible to see a new version of Cinderella, since in ‘Shrek’ movies, the princess’ story is very different.
4. Gingerbread Man
The gingerbread man, known as the Gingerbread Man in Portuguese, is known for being loyal and courageous, even though he could be one of the most sensitive and vulnerable characters in ‘Shrek’. It is known that he was created by the Baker, but what was their relationship like? At what point did he come to life? What adventures did he have before being one of Shrek’s friends? These doubts could be addressed in a solo plot for the character.
5. Queen Lillian
Much is known about the past of Fiona’s father, King Harold, but the opposite is true of the princess’s mother, Queen Lillian. Therefore, a plot in which the character’s history was explained would be interesting to discover more information about the royalty, as well as how much she and Fiona have in common, as it is revealed that Fiona’s fighting skills were inherited from Lillian.
Source: Recreio
