28 details and jokes you probably missed in 'Shrek 2'

Erin AjelloJan 15, 2021, 02:29 IST

There are several references other movies in "Shrek 2."DreamWorks

"Shrek 2" came out in 2004, but even superfans of the franchise probably missed some of these sneaky details and clever jokes.
The film parodies a lot of real-life brands and stores, and it references many fairy-tale characters.
Renditions of real-life public figures, like Prince Charles and Justin Timberlake, also appear in "Shrek 2."

The success of the first "Shrek" movie in 2001, led to sequels, spin-offs, and even a Broadway musical.

Just like the first installment, "Shrek 2" has plenty of details and creative visual jokes throughout the film that even fans who've seen it dozens of times may have missed.

Read on for some of the clever jokes, references, and details in "Shrek 2."

The title card shows two sets of Shrek ears.

The ears were also present on the title card of the first movie. DreamWorks

The sequel opens with a book of fairy tales, but this time, it tells the story of "Shrek."

The beginning of "Shrek 2" recaps what happened in the first movie. DreamWorks

The Big Bad Wolf is reading "Pork Illustrated" and eating bacon-flavored pork rinds.

The Big Bad Wolf was also in the first movie. DreamWorks

The onion carriage from the end of the first movie is frequently seen in the sequel.

Shrek and Fiona go on their honeymoon in the second movie. DreamWorks

Hansel and Gretel are referenced more than once.

Hansel and Gretel are classic fairy-tale characters. DreamWorks

Princess Ariel appears to show up for an unexpected cameo.

Princess Ariel is a character from Disney's "The Little Mermaid." DreamWorks

Shrek and Fiona recreate an iconic scene from "Spider-Man" (2002).

Shrek and Fiona's upside-down kiss is reminiscent of the one in "Spider-Man." DreamWorks

There are also references to Rapunzel, Tinkerbell, and Cinderella.

The famous fairy-tale characters and Disney protagonists appear in the film. DreamWorks

The sign in front of Shrek's swamp has been updated to show that Fiona moved in.

Shrek and Fiona return to their swamp after their honeymoon. DreamWorks

The Kingdom of Far Far Away is supposed to resemble Hollywood.

There are lots of references to Hollywood in Far Far Away. DreamWorks

A coffee chain that looks a lot like Starbucks appears throughout the movie.

In the movie, the chain is called Farbucks. DreamWorks

The main road of the Kingdom is filled with real-life store references.

The film's stores are clever parodies of real-life establishments. DreamWorks

A shopper is also carrying a Saxxon Fifth Avenue bag.

Saxxon Fifth Avenue is a medieval play on Saks Fifth Avenue. DreamWorks

Fiona's dress flies up in an apparent reference to Marilyn Monroe.

Marilyn Monroe's scene from "The Seven Year Itch" has been parodied many times. DreamWorks

Prince Charles makes an animated cameo during the musical number.

The British royal appears in Fiona's mirror. DreamWorks

There's a bar that seems to reference "Snow White" where more villainous fairy-tale characters congregate.

Captain Hook and an Ugly Stepsister appear in the bar. DreamWorks

The bar also has some fun medieval signs in the background.

The signs include Roman numerals and medieval language. DreamWorks

Fiona's bedroom has posters that resemble pop-culture icons.

There's a tribute to Justin Timberlake in "Shrek 2." DreamWorks

The Fairy Godmother's factory has several features commonly found in real offices.

There's an Employee of the Month poster and a janitor's closet. DreamWorks

Fairy Godmother references multiple fairy tales and one unexpected movie in the same scene.

There are "Cinderella" and "Sleeping Beauty" books on her shelf. DreamWorks

A spilled potion turns people into animals, animals into people, and two employees into "Beauty and the Beast" characters.

Cogsworth and Lumière seem to make an appearance in "Shrek 2." DreamWorks

Jill, of "Jack and Jill," is cleverly referenced in the scene where Shrek becomes a human.

The woman said she fetched Shrek a pail of water. DreamWorks

The love potion Fairy Godmother gives King Harold seems to be another pop-culture reference.

King Harold gets the love potion from Fairy Godmother. DreamWorks

Gingy's legs have been reattached since his injury in the first movie.

Gingy appears to have icing stitches holding his legs together. DreamWorks

The Kingdom of Far Far Away has a TV show that seems to be a parody of "Cops."

"Knights" is shot in the same style as the reality show "Cops." DreamWorks

The Muffin Man actually lives on Drury Lane.

The Muffin Man helps Shrek stop Fiona from getting with Prince Charming. DreamWorks

There are multiple stories referenced during the big fight with Fairy Godmother.

Both Pinocchio and the Big Bad Wolf act out scenes from their stories. DreamWorks

During the end credits, Dragon brings Donkey their kids.

Donkey and Dragon's love story started during the first movie. DreamWorks

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