The excitement is building as Paramount Pictures gears up to release the first official trailer for The Smurfs, featuring global superstar Rihanna as Smurfette. Set to drop tomorrow, the trailer will give fans their first look at this highly anticipated animated film, which is slated for a theatrical release on July 18, 2025.
Directed by Chris Miller (Puss in Boots, Shrek the Third) and written by Pam Brady, The Smurfs aims to deliver a fresh and engaging take on the iconic blue characters. This new adaptation follows in the footsteps of previous Smurfs movies but promises to bring a unique vision to the franchise.
Star-Studded Voice Cast
Rihanna leads an all-star voice cast, lending her voice to Smurfette while also contributing to the film as a producer. In addition to Rihanna, the movie features a stellar lineup, including:
- Nick Offerman
- JP Karliak
- Daniel Levy
- Amy Sedaris
- Natasha Lyonne
- Sandra Oh
- Octavia Spencer
- Nick Kroll
- Hannah Waddingham
- Alex Winter
- Billie Lourd
- Xolo Maridueña
- James Corden
- Kurt Russell
- John Goodman
Rihanna’s Musical Touch
Beyond her role as Smurfette, Rihanna is also contributing original songs to the film’s soundtrack, adding her signature style to the movie’s musical landscape. Fans of both the Smurfs and the singer can expect a vibrant, musically rich experience.
What to Expect from the Trailer
A brief teaser released today hints at an exciting journey into Smurf Village, setting the stage for the full trailer release. The trailer is expected to showcase the film’s animation style, introduce key characters, and give audiences a glimpse of Rihanna’s take on Smurfette.
With anticipation running high, fans won’t have to wait much longer to see how this new chapter in The Smurfs franchise unfolds. Be sure to catch the official trailer when it drops tomorrow!
