The Smurfs Timeline ( Real )

creation
October 23, 1958

Creation of The Smurfs

The Smurfs were created by Belgian cartoonist Peyo (Pierre Culliford). They first appeared as a supportive story in the comic series Johan and Peewit.

comic
1963

First The Smurfs Comic Series

The Smurfs got their own comic series, expanding their universe and popularity.

tv_series
September 12, 1981

The Smurfs animated TV series premiere

The Smurfs animated TV series produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions premiered, significantly increasing their global popularity, especially among children.

film
July 29, 2011

Release of The Smurfs live-action/CGI film

The first live-action/CGI hybrid film 'The Smurfs' was released, introducing The Smurfs to a new generation of audiences.

film
July 31, 2013

Release of The Smurfs 2 film

Sequel to the live-action/CGI hybrid film, continuing the story of The Smurfs' adventures.

film
April 7, 2017

Release of The Smurfs: The Lost Village

An all-CGI animated Smurfs film was released, retelling the story in a new animation style.

The Smurfs Timeline ( Fictional )

origin_event
Smurf Year 0

Creation of the first Smurf

The first Smurf was magically created by Papa Smurf to form the first members of the Smurf community.

community_event
Smurf Year 10

Founding of the Smurf Village

Papa Smurf leads the establishment of the Smurf Village in a hidden forest clearing, creating a safe home for all Smurfs.

villain_event
Smurf Year 25

Appearance of Gargamel

The evil wizard Gargamel appears near the Smurf Village and begins his lifelong quest to capture Smurfs.

character_event
Smurf Year 40

Smurfette is created

Gargamel creates Smurfette to infiltrate the Smurf community, but Papa Smurf transforms her into a real Smurf.

conflict_event
Smurf Year 55

Clumsy Smurf accidentally leads Gargamel to the village

Due to Clumsy Smurf's mishap, Gargamel discovers the Smurf Village location causing a major threat to Smurf safety.

cultural_event
Smurf Year 60

Smurf festival established

The Smurfs begin an annual festival celebrating their community and traditions to boost unity and happiness.

technology_event
Smurf Year 65

Brainy Smurf invents the Smurf communicator

Using his intelligence, Brainy creates a device to help Smurfs communicate quickly over long distances in emergencies.

rescue_event
Smurf Year 70

Rescue of Smurfette from Gargamel’s tower

The Smurfs launch a daring mission to save Smurfette who has been captured and imprisoned by Gargamel.

political_event
Smurf Year 80

Grand Smurf Council convened

All Smurf leaders gather under Papa Smurf’s guidance to tackle the rising threats from Gargamel and other dangers.

diplomatic_event
Smurf Year 90

Peace treaty with forest creatures

The Smurfs successfully negotiate peace with dangerous forest creatures, ensuring better safety for the village.