Rihanna, a global icon known for her music, fashion, and business ventures, is stepping into a new and unexpected role in the animated world. In a thrilling new trailer for Smurfs, the singer, who has sold millions of records worldwide, is introduced to fans as the fearless Smurfette. Smurfette, typically illustrated as the loner female among the Smurfs, takes on an empowering role in this film. The plot kicks off with an unexpected twist. Papa Smurf, the beloved leader of the Smurfs, has been abducted by a mysterious UFO, whose purple beam strikes their peaceful village. It’s up to Smurfette to lead the charge in finding him.
This new story line brings a fresh sense of urgency and adventure. As Smurfette takes command, it’s clear that she’s calling the shots, guiding her fellow Smurfs on a mission to the human world to save Papa Smurf and their kind. Rihanna’s star power combined with her undeniable charisma, promises to make Smurfette a character who symbolizes strength and determination. Whether you’re a fan of Rihanna’s music, the Smurfs franchise, or both, this new movie offers a new twist that’ll surely be a hit for audiences of all ages. This film only showcases RiRi’s versatility as an artist, showing that her talents extend far beyond music.
“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,” the logline reads. “With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.”
The new Smurfs movie is directed by Chris Miller and co-directed by Matt Landon. The Smurfs’ cast list also includes iconic actors like Nick Offerman, Nick Kroll, James Corden, Octavia Spencer, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Hannah Waddingham, Sandra Oh, Natasha Lyonne, JP Karliak, Alex Winter, Billie Lourd, and Xolo Maridueña, along with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.
Smurfs hits the big screen a decade after the release of the first film, The Smurfs debuted in theaters in 2011 with Katy Perry voicing Smurfette. This was followed by The Smurfs 2 in 2013 and Smurfs: The Lost Village in 2017. The Smurfs franchise comes from the comic series of the same name, created by Belgian artist Peyo.