Our take
Smurfs is a PG animated musical reboot with Rihanna voicing Smurfette. The rating cites action, language, and rude humor. Wizards chase Smurfs through portals; Gargamel scenes may feel intense for toddlers. Smurf-substituted swear words and slapstick falls appear. New Zealand notes low-level cartoon violence. Good for most school-age kids; co-watch with sensitive under-7s
Uplifting themes
Identity, teamwork, and embracing uniqueness drive Smurfette's journey Smurfette and friends support each other against magical bullies
Story (may spoil tone)
When Papa Smurf is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette 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.
What we flagged
Scores are 0–5: 0 means none; 5 means the strongest we flagged in that category.
Details
Violence Cartoon chases, portal tumbles, and wizard threats without graphic harm
Cartoon chases, portal tumbles, and wizard threats without graphic harm
Language Smurf-swapped rude words and mild insults like what the shell
Smurf-swapped rude words and mild insults like what the shell
Sex / nudity No sex found in this title
No sex found in this title
Drugs / alcohol No drugs found in this title
No drugs found in this title
Frightening Dark wizard lair and dimension hops may unsettle very young kids
Dark wizard lair and dimension hops may unsettle very young kids
Self-harm / suicide No self-harm found in this title
No self-harm found in this title
Sexual violence No sexual violence found in this title
No sexual violence found in this title
Child peril / abuse No child peril found in this title
No child peril found in this title
Bullying / discrimination No bullying found in this title
No bullying found in this title
Gore / death / weapons No gore found in this title
No gore found in this title
Dangerous behaviour No dangerous behavior found in this title
No dangerous behavior found in this title
Eating disorders / body image No eating found in this title
No eating found in this title
Mental health No mental health found in this title
No mental health found in this title
Gambling No gambling found in this title
No gambling found in this title
Grief / bereavement No grief found in this title
No grief found in this title
Talk after watching
- Smurfette searches for where she belongs. When have you felt different from your group?
- Villains want to erase goodness from the world. What helps you choose kindness?