Smurfs

Cinesite is in production on the upcoming untitled Smurfs feature film.

The first project born of the new creative partnership between Paramount Animation, Nickelodeon Animation, LAFIG Belgium, and IMPS, owner of The Smurfs brand.

The new Smurfs movie is being written by South Park’s Pam Brady, directed by Chris Miller (Puss in Boots and Shrek the Third), and produced by Ryan Harris (LEGO Batman Movie).

Based on characters and stories created by Belgian artist Pierre Culliford, known as Peyo, the Smurfs have been a pop culture phenomenon for decades.

When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.

Producing are Jay Brown, Ty Ty Smith, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, Ryan Harris.

  • Director: Chris Miller
  • Producer: Ryan Harris
  • Studio: Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies
  • Release Date: 18th July 2025