The Smurfs (movie) facts for kids
The Smurfs is a fun animated movie that came out in 2011. It's based on the popular comic books by a Belgian artist named Peyo. The movie brings the tiny blue Smurfs to life on the big screen! It features famous actors like Neil Patrick Harris and Katy Perry lending their voices.
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About The Smurfs Movie
This movie is a comedy that mixes animation with live-action. This means some characters are cartoons, and others are real people. The story follows the Smurfs as they accidentally leave their magical village. They end up in the middle of New York City!
What's the Story?
The movie starts in the Smurfs' peaceful village. But then, the evil wizard Gargamel chases them through a magic portal. This portal sends them from their world into our world, right into New York City! They land in the apartment of a young couple, Patrick and Grace Winslow. The Smurfs need to find a way back home before Gargamel catches them. They also have to get used to the big, busy city.
Who Are the Stars?
Many famous actors helped make this movie special. Neil Patrick Harris plays Patrick Winslow, a human who helps the Smurfs. Katy Perry gives her voice to Smurfette, the only girl Smurf. Jonathan Winters voices Papa Smurf, the wise leader of the Smurfs. Other actors also voiced many of your favorite Smurf characters.
What Did People Think?
When The Smurfs movie came out on July 29, 2011, people had different opinions about it. Some viewers and critics really enjoyed the movie's humor and the Smurfs' adventure in the city. Others thought it could have been better. Even with mixed reviews, many people went to see it!
The Smurfs' Next Adventure
Because many fans enjoyed the first movie, a sequel was made! It was called The Smurfs 2. This second movie continued the Smurfs' adventures and was released on July 31, 2013.
Images for kids
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For the world premiere of The Smurfs, Júzcar residents painted their entire village in blue
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Despite the film receiving negative reviews, the performance of Neil Patrick Harris was praised by critics.
See also
In Spanish: Los Pitufos (película) para niños
