Based on a book by William Steig, Shrek is not a known property, such as a sequel or TV spinoff. Still, the movie, featuring the voices of Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz, is attracting moviegoers of all ages. And crossover appeal was what DreamWorks was banking on. The movie ensures DreamWorks' place as an animation leader. Chicken Run , Antz and The Prince of Egypt did solid business, but Shrek should give rival Disney a run for its money when Atlantis opens nationwide June 15.
Final numbers are out today.
It opens wide June 1.