Question 1

What age is The Smurfs appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates The Smurfs (2011) best from about age 5. When the evil wizard Gargamel chases the Smurfs from their magical village, they end up in New York City. The tiny blue creatures must find a way back home before Gargamel catches them, with help from some new human friends.

Question 2

What is The Smurfs rated?

Accepted Answer

The Smurfs (2011) is rated PG. Movie Knight only lists family-appropriate titles, so nothing rated R or above appears on the site.

Question 3

Is there anything to watch out for in The Smurfs?

Accepted Answer

Some slapstick humor and chase scenes; Villain can be menacing to young viewers; Smurfs are briefly in peril. Violence is mild, language is none to speak of, scary moments are mild, romance or sensuality is none to speak of, and substance use is none to speak of.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in The Smurfs?

Accepted Answer

Teamwork and cooperation; Kindness to strangers; Finding your way home.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching The Smurfs?

Accepted Answer

Helping others in need; Dealing with unfamiliar situations; Defining what "home" means.

Question 6

Where can I watch The Smurfs?

Accepted Answer

The Smurfs (2011) is available on Netflix, Apple TV Store, HBO Max, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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