Plot Summary
Papa Smurf gets kidnapped by the evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel, prompting Smurfette, voiced by Rihanna, to lead a rescue mission into the real world. She’s joined by No Name Smurf, voiced by James Corden, and together they team up with new friends to save Papa Smurf and discover their destiny to save the universe ¹ ².
Key Characters
– Smurfette (Rihanna): The sole female Smurf and leader of the group.
– No Name Smurf (James Corden): An insecure Smurf who gains magic powers.
– Papa Smurf (John Goodman): The leader of the Smurfs.
– Razamel and Gargamel (JP Karliak): The evil wizards who kidnap Papa Smurf.
Movie Details
– Release Date: July 18, 2025
– Genre: Animated musical fantasy comedy
– Runtime: 92 minutes
– Director: Chris Miller
– Writer: Pam Brady
– Voice Cast: Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Kurt Russell, Daniel Levy, Octavia Spencer, and Hannah Waddingham
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Reception
The movie has received negative reviews from critics, with a 20% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, audiences seem to be more enthusiastic, with some praising the film’s visuals and music ².
Music
The movie features original songs by Rihanna, including “Friend of Mine” and “Anyone”. The soundtrack also includes contributions from other artists like Desi Trill, DJ Khaled, and Cardi B ² ⁴.
Home Release
The movie will be available on digital platforms starting August 12, 2025, and on Blu-ray and DVD on October 28, 2025 ⁵.
