Smurfs Movie Receives Negative Reviews Across Critics

The new Smurfs animated movie, featuring voices from Rihanna, John Goodman, and James Corden, has been met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics ahead of its nationwide release. It holds a low Rotten Tomatoes score around 20-21%, with many reviewers describing it as unimaginative, derivative, and lacking in fun despite its star-studded cast and vibrant animation. Critics from outlets such as The Hollywood Reporter, Vulture, and The Guardian criticized the film's generic storyline and failure to capture the charm of previous adaptations or the original comics. While some reviews acknowledged the presence of familiar themes and elements to satisfy longtime fans, most deemed the movie a disappointment and among the weakest entries in the Smurfs franchise. Voice actor Nick Offerman expressed excitement about working alongside his longtime hero John Goodman, highlighting a positive behind-the-scenes aspect despite the film's poor reception. Overall, the film struggles to balance fan expectations and appeal to new audiences, continuing a trend of mixed to negative critiques for modern Smurfs adaptations.