If you loved
The Smurfs
Raja Gosnell · Film · 2011
You loved The Smurfs for the delightful chaos that ensues when magical or legendary creatures navigate the complexities of our modern human world.
Start with the source
Adaptation
The Smurfs 2
Raja Gosnell · Film · 2013
Adaptation
Smurfs: The Lost Village
Film · 2017
Books on the same thread
The Hobbit
J. R. R. Tolkien · Book · 1937
Shares a thread with The Smurfs: Good vs. Evil.
Much like the Smurfs navigating the dangers of Central Park, Bilbo Baggins steps out of his comfort zone to face a perilous, high-stakes journey against an ancient, encroaching evil.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
J. K. Rowling · Book · 1997
Shares a thread with The Smurfs: Good vs. Evil.
If the magical camaraderie of The Smurfs captured your heart, you will appreciate Harry Potter as he discovers his own destiny within a hidden, enchanted world of wonder and friendship.
The Wizard of Oz
Lyman Frank Baum · Book · 2009
Shares a thread with The Smurfs: Good vs. Evil.
The Smurfs highlights the struggle of being displaced in a strange land, a feeling shared by Dorothy as she leaves Kansas to find her own way home through Oz.
Where the Wild Things Are
Maurice Sendak · Book · 2009
Explores: Imagination, Anger Management, Adventure.
Just as the Smurfs find themselves in a world far removed from their own, Max sails away to become king of the wild things, embracing a sense of fantastical adventure.
Series on the same thread
The Amazing World of Gumball
Ben Bocquelet · Series · 2011
Explores: Suburban Life, School Life, Family Dynamics.
The Smurfs relies on the comedic energy of small characters in a big city, mirroring how Gumball and Darwin navigate their own suburban shenanigans with constant, absurd humor.
Gargoyles
Series · 1994
Shares a thread with The Smurfs: Fish Out of Water.
Gargoyles perfectly echoes the fish-out-of-water premise of The Smurfs by transporting ancient, magical beings into the modern concrete landscape of New York City to face new threats.
The Simpsons
Matt Groening · Series · 1989
Explores: Dysfunctional Family, Suburban Satire, Social Commentary.
If you enjoyed the close-knit, quirky family dynamics found in The Smurfs, you will find a similar, albeit more satirical, sense of community within the everyday adventures of the Simpsons.
Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu
Tommy Andreasen · Series · 2012
Explores: Good vs Evil, Teamwork, Coming of Age.
The Smurfs focuses on a group working together against a villain, which is exactly the heroic teamwork you will find as the ninja defend their world against great threats.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Adventure Zone
The McElroys · Podcast · 2026
Explores: improvised storytelling, group dynamics, high fantasy satire.
The Smurfs thrives on the comedic chemistry of its cast, and you will find that same spirit of group dynamics and lighthearted adventure in this improvised high fantasy campaign.
SmartLess
Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett · Podcast · 2026
Explores: camaraderie, spontaneity, shared life experiences.
The Smurfs succeeds because of the charming banter between its characters, a trait shared by these hosts as they explore shared experiences through their own brand of organic hilarity.
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Common questions
Is The Smurfs a standalone movie?
No, The Smurfs is not a standalone film. It is followed by a direct sequel titled The Smurfs 2, released in 2013, which continues the adventures of the blue characters after their experience in Central Park.
What order should I watch the Smurfs movies in?
You should watch the films in the order of their release. Begin with the 2011 movie The Smurfs, followed by the 2013 sequel The Smurfs 2, and conclude with the 2017 animated feature titled Smurfs: The Lost Village.
Is The Smurfs based on a story about Gargamel?
Yes, the plot of The Smurfs centers on the characters fleeing their village because they are being chased by the evil wizard Gargamel. The story follows their struggle to return home before he tracks them down in New York City.
How many Smurfs movies are there?
There are three primary films involving these characters. The series began with The Smurfs in 2011, continued with The Smurfs 2 in 2013, and added a third installment titled Smurfs: The Lost Village in 2017.