How to watch

The Smurfs Movie Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch The Smurfs movies in order

Last updated: August 5 2026

Written by: ChronoBob

The Smurfs film franchise includes a live-action/CG hybrid series and a later animated reboot. A watch order guide helps you keep those two interpretations separate while still following the easiest viewing path.

The Smurfs have existed across comics, television, and film for decades, but movie viewers mostly encounter them through two distinct screen eras. The first is the hybrid live-action franchise from the 2010s, and the second is the later fully animated reboot. That split makes the order simple once you know which films belong together.

πŸ• Release Order

Release order is the best approach because it starts with the live-action pair, moves to the related spinoff, and then ends with the animated reboot.

  1. The Smurfs (2011)
  2. The Smurfs 2 (2013)
  3. Smurfs: The Lost Village (2017)

Because The Lost Village works more like a reboot than a direct sequel, chronology here is mainly about keeping the adaptation lines clear.

πŸ“– Story Chronology

A practical story chronology is to watch the 2011 and 2013 films together as one continuity, then treat The Lost Village as a fresh animated take afterward.

  1. The Smurfs (2011)
  2. The Smurfs 2 (2013)
  3. Smurfs: The Lost Village (2017)

Which Order Should You Choose?

Release order is the easiest recommendation for most viewers. It lets you watch the hybrid-film continuity first and then compare it with the later animated reboot. If you only want one style, the 2011 film is the best starting point regardless.

πŸ”— Related Guides

  • Alvin and the Chipmunks Watch OrderGuide
  • Paddington Watch OrderGuide
  • Trolls Watch OrderGuide

Did we miss anything? Let us know and we'll keep this guide up to date!