The film begins in the magical world of the Smurfs, where the evil wizard Gargamel (Hank Azaria) is on a quest to capture the Smurfs and extract their essence to increase his magical powers. During a chaotic escape, a group of Smurfs, including Papa Smurf (Jonathan Winters), Smurfette (Katy Perry), Clumsy Smurf (Anton Yelchin), and others, find themselves transported to New York City through a magical portal.
The climax of the film occurs as the Smurfs try to navigate the unfamiliar and bustling human world while evading Gargamel, who follows them to New York. They find refuge with a human couple, Patrick (Neil Patrick Harris) and Grace Winslow (Jayma Mays), who help them devise a plan to return to their world.
Throughout the movie, the Smurfs encounter various challenges and comedic situations in the human world. Meanwhile, Gargamel employs comical schemes to capture the Smurfs and harness their magical essence.
The film explores themes of friendship, teamwork, and the clash of two very different worlds. As the Smurfs and the Winslows work together, they discover the importance of cooperation and acceptance.
The movie concludes with a heartwarming resolution as the Smurfs find a way back to their world, having formed a lasting bond with the Winslow family. Gargamel faces his own misfortunes, and the Smurfs’ magical essence is ultimately protected.
“The Smurfs” received mixed reviews from critics but found success at the box office, leading to the creation of a franchise with sequels. It aimed to bring the beloved blue characters to a new generation while incorporating elements of humor and adventure.