Antz
Antz (1998) opens the DreamWorks marathon in release order — the natural starting point before the sequels and callbacks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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This guide lists every major DreamWorks Animation theatrical feature film in release order — the sequence DreamWorks originally premiered them from 1998 to 2024. Release order is the best marathon for first-time viewers: watch Shrek before Shrek 2, Kung Fu Panda before its sequels, and How to Train Your Dragon before The Hidden World. Co-productions with Aardman (Chicken Run, Wallace & Gromit, Flushed Away) and spin-offs like Puss in Boots are included because they premiered as DreamWorks theatrical releases.
DreamWorks Films in Release Order
The Prince of Egypt
The Prince of Egypt (1998) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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The Road to El Dorado
In release order, The Road to El Dorado (2000) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Chicken Run
Chicken Run (2000) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Shrek
In release order, Shrek (2001) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas
Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (2003) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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Shrek 2
Shrek 2 (2004) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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Shark Tale
In release order, Shark Tale (2004) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Madagascar
Madagascar (2005) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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Robots
In release order, Robots (2005) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Over the Hedge
Over the Hedge (2006) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Flushed Away
Flushed Away (2006) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Shrek the Third
Shrek the Third (2007) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Bee Movie
Bee Movie (2007) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Kung Fu Panda
In release order, Kung Fu Panda (2008) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Monsters vs Aliens
Monsters vs Aliens (2009) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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How to Train Your Dragon
How to Train Your Dragon (2010) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Shrek Forever After
In release order, Shrek Forever After (2010) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Megamind
Megamind (2010) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Kung Fu Panda 2
In release order, Kung Fu Panda 2 (2011) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Puss in Boots
In release order, Puss in Boots (2011) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted (2012) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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Rise of the Guardians
Rise of the Guardians (2012) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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The Croods
In release order, The Croods (2013) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Turbo
In release order, Turbo (2013) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Mr. Peabody & Sherman
Mr. Peabody & Sherman (2014) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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How to Train Your Dragon 2
In release order, How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Penguins of Madagascar
In release order, Penguins of Madagascar (2014) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Home
Home (2015) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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Kung Fu Panda 3
Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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Trolls
Trolls (2016) is a core middle chapter for DreamWorks fans following the official release sequence. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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The Boss Baby
In release order, The Boss Baby (2017) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
In release order, Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (2017) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Abominable
Abominable (2019) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Trolls World Tour
In release order, Trolls World Tour (2020) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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The Bad Guys
In release order, The Bad Guys (2022) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken
Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (2023) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Trolls Band Together
Trolls Band Together (2023) sits mid-saga in release order and carries forward story beats established earlier in DreamWorks. Use MovieLinks to compare ratings, check streaming options, and jump straight to the title.
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Kung Fu Panda 4
In release order, Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024) is the bridge chapter — best watched after the earlier DreamWorks entries on this list. Track it on MovieLinks for current streaming links, TMDB scores, and related picks in the same universe.
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The Wild Robot
The Wild Robot (2024) is the last main DreamWorks installment in release order and the capstone for a full marathon. Open it on MovieLinks to see where it streams, how fans rate it, and what to queue next in order.
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What is the best order to watch DreamWorks movies?
Release order is the standard recommendation. Start with Antz and The Prince of Egypt, then follow the list through Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, and the latest releases. Sequels make the most sense after their originals.
How many DreamWorks Animation movies are there?
This list includes 45 DreamWorks Animation theatrical feature films through The Wild Robot (2024). Shorts, TV specials, and straight-to-streaming releases like some Trolls titles during the pandemic are noted but the focus is on the main theatrical filmography.
Should I watch Shrek in order?
Yes — watch Shrek (2001), Shrek 2 (2004), Shrek the Third (2007), and Shrek Forever After (2010) in that order. Puss in Boots (2011) and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) are spin-offs you can watch after Shrek 2 or anytime.
Is How to Train Your Dragon a trilogy?
Yes. Watch How to Train Your Dragon (2010), How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014), and How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019) in order. A live-action remake is separate from this animated list.
How long does a full DreamWorks marathon take?
All 45 films run roughly 75 hours total. Split by franchise — Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon — or tackle one decade at a time starting with the 1998–2004 classics.
