SHREK 2 is green at the box office

Movie makes more than $11 million in its first day

By Patrick Sauriol     May 20, 2004
Source: DreamWorks

On its opening day yesterday SHREK 2 grossed an estimated $11.8 million dollars, setting a new record for a mid-week debut by an animated film. "This was a spectacular opening and one that exceeded all of our expectations," said DreamWorks Head of Distribution Jim Tharp. "We had hoped to come within range of the record, but to fly well past it was thrilling, to say the least. Based on the reactions of both audiences and critics, we anticipate that positive reviews and very strong word of mouth will spell a very successful weekend and will carry SHREK 2 well into the summer months."


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