The ViacomCBS cable network has partnered with the worldwide licensors for, LAFIG Belgium and IMPS, to bring a new series featuring Papa Smurf, Smurfette, Brainy, Hefty and the rest. The computer-animated series is set to premiere in 2021.
ViacomCBS Consumer Products will also manage licensing for the property in North America, the United Kingdom, Singapore and Malaysia that will include a product line for the new series as well as items tied to the classic Smurfs brand.
The new series comes from Peyo Productions and Dupuis Edition & Audiovisuel. William Renaud directs, and Peter Saisselin and Amy Serafin are writing. Lewis and Dana Cluverius, senior vp current series animation, will oversee for Nick.SpongeBob SquarePants, Paw Patrol, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Who even likes Smurfs.
I find their blue color offensive.
In 3,2...1 it’s racist
Ooh...boy.
That's a racist and misogynistic cartoon. There is no diversity. Cancel Smurfs!