Music and voices
Smurfs (2025), directed by Chris Miller, is conceived as an animated musical. Rihanna voices Smurfette and also serves as a producer, contributing to the creation and recording of original songs.
References:wikipedia.org
Film record
Smurfs
Smurfs (2025), directed by Chris Miller, is an animated musical comedy based on the characters created by Peyo. Its premise combines a rescue adventure with the Smurfs’ encounter with the real world.
- Production countries
- United States · Belgium
- Languages
- English
- Genres
- comedy film · fantasy film · adventure film · musical film
The starting point
Spoiler-free synopsis
In Smurfs (2025), directed by Chris Miller, Papa Smurf disappears after being kidnapped by the wizards Razamel and Gargamel. Smurfette then leads the Smurfs on a mission to the real world to try to rescue him.
Before you press play
What to know before watching
The characters’ origins
The film is based on the Smurfs comic-book series created by Peyo; their adventure is not confined to the village, as the premise also takes them into the real world.
Understanding the reception
What people think
A synthesis of the referenced review and comment excerpts. It represents the consulted sources, not a consensus of all critics or viewers.
What critics highlight
Appreciated aspects
Color and pacing
In its family guide, Common Sense Media highlights the colorful look and fairly brisk pacing of Smurfs (2025), directed by Chris Miller, as well as praising the voice cast and positive messages for young audiences.
References:commonsensemedia.org
Reservations and challenges
Imagination and charm
The Hollywood Reporter en español’s review considers Smurfs (2025), directed by Chris Miller, chaotic and lacking in charm, and questions the lack of imagination in this new version.
References:hollywoodreporter.com
Sources for this guide
Prepared with AI assistance and automated evidence and spoiler checks. This is not a first-hand viewing review or a numerical rating. Internal quotations are not reproduced; references provide the original context.
- wikipedia.orgDocumentary excerpt
- wikipedia.orgSearch excerpt
- imdb.comSearch excerpt
- google.comSearch excerpt
- kinepolis.esSearch excerpt
- commonsensemedia.orgSearch excerpt
- hollywoodreporter.comSearch excerpt
Credits
Cinematography
Peter Lyons Collister — Cinematography
Direction
Chris Miller — Directing
Matthew Landon — Directing
Editing
Matthew Landon — Editing
Music
Henry Jackman — Music composition
Cast
Q36844 — Voice acting (Smurfette)
Nick Offerman — Voice acting (Ken)
Natasha Lyonne — Voice acting (Mama Poot)
J. P. Karliak — Voice acting (Gargamel / Razamel)
Daniel Levy — Voice acting (Joel)
Amy Sedaris — Voice acting (Jaunty)
Nick Kroll — Voice acting (Chernobog)
James Corden — Voice acting (No Name)
Octavia Spencer — Voice acting (Asmodius)
Hannah Waddingham — Voice acting (Jezebeth)
Sandra Oh — Voice acting (Moxie Smurf)
Alex Winter — Voice acting (Hefty Smurf)
Billie Lourd — Voice acting (Worry Smurf)
Xolo Maridueña — Voice acting (Brainy Smurf)
Kurt Russell — Voice acting (Ron)
John Goodman — Voice acting (Papa Smurf)
Jimmy Kimmel — Voice acting (Tardigrade)
Maya Erskine — Voice acting (Vanity Smurf)
Chris Miller — Voice acting (Grouchy Smurf / Camouflage Smurf)
Conrad Vernon — Voice acting (Butler)
Tyler Peterson — Voice acting (Bellhop)
Q26334949 — Voice acting (Turtle)
Chris Prynoski — Voice acting (Quiet Smurf / Way Back There Smurf / Shark Taming Smurf)
Q16728588 — Voice acting (DJ Snake)
Lea Elui — Voice acting (Featured Paris Disco Dancer)
Yuuki Luna — Voice acting (Smurfette Anime)
Daisuke Tsuji — Voice acting (No Name Anime)
Keisuke Hoashi — Voice acting (Razamel Anime)
Production
Ryan Harris — Production
Q36844 — Production
Jack Petrik — Production
Writing
Pam Brady — Screenwriting
Documented participation
Film companies and organizations
Each relationship distinguishes role, territory, medium and period.
Distribution
VerifiedParamount Pictures
Distribution
VerifiedUIP Duna
Production
VerifiedParamount Animation
Versions and cuts
No versions have been documented yet.
Releases by territory
United States · Original release
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