Mr. Smee facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mr. Smee
Peter Pan character
Edward Kipling as Smee in the 1924 film Peter Pan.
First appearance	Peter Pan (1904)
Created by	J. M. Barrie
Portrayed by	Edward Kipling (1924 film) Bob Hoskins (Hook) Richard Briers (2003 film) Chris Gauthier (Once Upon a Time)
Voiced by	Bill Thompson (1953 film) Ed Gilbert (Peter Pan and the Pirates)
Information
Species	Human
Gender	Male
Occupation	Boatswain
Nationality	Irish

Mr. Smee is a funny and loyal character from the classic stories of Peter Pan. He is the trusted boatswain (which is like a ship's officer) for the famous pirate, Captain Hook. Smee first appeared in J. M. Barrie's play Peter Pan, or the Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up in 1904, and later in the novel Peter and Wendy. Unlike the other pirates, Smee is often seen as more kind-hearted and less mean, even though he works for the villainous Captain Hook. He often tries to help Hook, but sometimes his efforts don't quite go as planned!

Mr. Smee in Different Stories

Mr. Smee has appeared in many movies, TV shows, and video games based on the Peter Pan stories. He is usually shown as Captain Hook's closest helper, even if he's not always the bravest pirate.

Disney's Peter Pan

Mr. Smee is a well-known character in Walt Disney's 1953 animated movie Peter Pan. In this film, his voice was done by Bill Thompson. He also appeared in the 2002 sequel, Return to Never Land, where Jeff Bennett provided his voice. In these movies, Smee acts as Hook's main assistant and is sometimes called the cook.

You can also find Mr. Smee in the Kingdom Hearts video game series, again voiced by Jeff Bennett. He is a main character in the Disney Junior TV show Jake and the Never Land Pirates. He even makes a quick appearance in the Disney Fairies film The Pirate Fairy.

At the Disney Parks, you can sometimes meet Mr. Smee as a character, often alongside Captain Hook in Adventureland.

Peter Pan and the Pirates

In the TV show Peter Pan and the Pirates, Mr. Smee is Captain Hook's right-hand man. His voice was done by Ed Gilbert, who gave him an Irish accent. He's a bit clumsy and not very good at catching the Lost Boys.

The Movie Hook

In the 1991 film Hook, Bob Hoskins plays Smee. In this movie, Smee and Hook have a very close relationship, almost like an old married couple or a master and servant. Smee is often seen helping Hook with personal things, like preparing meals or getting ready for bed. Hook even shares his deepest thoughts with Smee.

Smee tries to help Hook convince Peter Pan's children, Jack and Maggie, to stay in Neverland. However, Smee eventually leaves Hook when he sees how much Peter loves his children. At the end of the movie, a man who looks like Smee is seen sweeping in London, but it's not clear if it's really him.

Peter Pan (2003 Film)

Richard Briers played Mr. Smee in the 2003 live-action movie Peter Pan.

Once Upon a Time

Mr. Smee, whose full name is William Smee, appears in the TV show Once Upon a Time. He was played by Chris Gauthier.

In this story, William Smee is known for finding rare items. He makes a deal to extend his life, but Captain Hook interferes and takes him. Smee then becomes a crewman on Hook's ship, the Jolly Roger, and sails to Neverland where they will never grow old.

In Neverland, Smee helps Hook with his plans. Later, in the town of Storybrooke, Smee is a homeless man who helps Hook. He eventually returns to being human after a magical event.

Pan (2015 Film)

In the 2015 movie Pan, Smee is played by Adeel Akhtar. His full name in this film is Sam Smiegel.

Come Away (2020 Film)

Smee is played by Ned Dennehy in the 2020 movie Come Away.