The Smurfs is set to premiere on Nickelodeon channels in Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand on Monday 4th October 2021.
Nickelodeon South East Asia will treat viewers to a Smurf-tastic sneak peek of The Smurfs on Friday 8th October 2021 at 17:30 (WIB, Indonesian time). Following the sneak peek, fans can catch brand new episodes weekdays at 17:30 (WIB) starting Monday 25th October 2021! Localised airtimes for Philippines and Malaysia will be announced shortly.
Elsewhere in Asia, The Smurfs is set to arrive on Nickelodeon South Korea in December 2021.
The original series marks the return of the globally renowned characters to television for the first time in nearly 40 years and follows Papa Smurf, Smurfette, Brainy, Hefty, Clumsy and the other inhabitants of Smurf Village on all-new adventures, packed with humor, heart and high-stakes action. In the premiere episode, “Smurf-Fu,” when Smurfette rescues Brainy from a giant snake, the other Smurfs ask her to teach them “Smurf-Fu.” Next in, “Diaper Daddy,” when everyone is tired of changing Baby’s diapers, Handy decides to invent a robot that will do the job.
Upcoming episodes include: "Clumsy Not Clumsy" (#102), "Unsmurfable Smile" (#103), "Who's Heftier?" (#104), "Smurfs In Disguise" (#105), "DRIIINNGGGGG!" (#106), "Alien Smurf" (#107), "Leaf It Alone" (#108) and "Bringing Up Smurfy" (#109).
The voice cast pushing the charm and absurdity of the original comics to even greater heights in the U.S.-English dub includes: David Freeman (7 Promises) as Papa Smurf, the father figure keeping the other Smurfs in line; Berangere McNeese (Matriochkas) as Smurfette, a curious Smurf who is always ready to take part in new adventures; Lenny Mark Irons (No Man’s Land) as Gargamel, a conniving human wizard with a bottomless thirst to capture Smurfs; Youssef El Kaoukibi (NRJ Belgium) as Brainy, who considers himself the smartest of the bunch; and Catherine Hershey (Boundary Games) as Willow, the brave and wise matriarch of a new tribe of girl Smurfs.
The Smurfs CG-animated series acquisition is overseen by Layla Lewis, Senior Vice President, Global Acquisitions and Content Partnerships and Dana Cluverius, Senior Vice President, Current Series Animation for Nickelodeon.
Fans can Like the official Nickelodeon Asia Facebook page, follow Nickelodeon on Instagram, and subscribe to the official Nickelodeon Asia newsletter for the latest Nick news, highlights, The Scoop about their favourite stars, and videos.
The brand-new series underscores Nickelodeon’s strategy to be the home of the biggest franchises kids and families love. The Smurfs expands Nickelodeon’s growing portfolio of influential properties that already includes SpongeBob SquarePants, The Patrick Star Show, Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years, PAW Patrol, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Blue’s Clues & You!, the all-new animated Star Trek: Prodigy series and the Transformers co-production.
The Smurfs is a Peyo Productions and Dupuis Audiovisuel production, in co-production with KiKA, Ketnet and RTBF, with the participation of TF1 and with the participation of Wallimage (La Wallonie), of Screen Flanders, of BNPPFFF and with the support of the Tax Shelter of the Belgian Government and the participation of the CNC.
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| Still from "Diaper Daddy". |
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| Still from "Clumsy Not Clumsy". |
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| Still from "Who's Heftier?". |
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| Still from "Leaf It Alone". |
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| Still from "DRIIINNGGGGG!". |
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| Still from "Unsmurfable Smile". |
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| Still from "Smurfs In Disguise". |
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| Still from "Alien Smurf". |
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| Still from "Bringing Up Smurfy". |
© Peyo Productions - Dupuis Édition & Audiovisuel - Dargaud Media - KiKA - KETNET - RTBF.be - 2021
About Peyo, LAFIG Belgium/IMPS (International Merchandising Promotions & Services)
IMPS, together with LAFIG Belgium, are the official licensors of the little blue-skinned characters ‘The Smurfs.’ Over the years, IMPS has worked in close collaboration with its agents worldwide to develop successful licensed merchandising, retail and co-branded promotions, publishing activities, broadcasting deals, theme parks, live shows and family entertainment centers that have secured the everlasting success of the Smurfs. IMPS is run by Véronique Culliford, the daughter of Pierre Culliford, the creator of the Smurfs, who is better known under his pseudonym Peyo. Véronique has run IMPS since 1984 and controls with LAFIG Belgium the rights to the Smurfs characters and the Smurfs licensing worldwide.
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 42nd year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location-based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC).
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Official Nickelodeon Asia press release:
Smurf-ier than ever: The Smurfs return with new adventures – and a new tribe
All-New Animated Series to debut on Nickelodeon in Asia on October 4, at 4pm
Share it: @NickAsia on Facebook and @Nick_Asia on Instagram; #TheSmurfs
Singapore, October 1 -- Blue and small, and standing only three apples tall, The Smurfs are set to make their debut on Nickelodeon in an all-new series premiering Monday, October 4. Fresh episodes will continue to roll out weekdays at 4pm.
The original CG-animated series marks the return of the globally renowned characters to television for the first time in nearly 40 years and follows Papa Smurf, Smurfette, Brainy, Hefty, Clumsy and the other inhabitants of Smurf Village on all-new adventures, packed with humour, heart and high-stakes action. That’s not all – joining them will be a new tribe of girl Smurfs, led by brave and wise matriarch Willow.
In the premiere episode, “Smurf-Fu,” when Smurfette rescues Brainy from a giant snake, the other Smurfs ask her to teach them “Smurf-Fu.” Next in, “Diaper Daddy,” when everyone is tired of changing Baby’s diapers, Handy decides to invent a robot that will do the job.
The Smurfs expands Nickelodeon’s growing portfolio of influential properties that already includes SpongeBob SquarePants, PAW Patrol, Blue’s Clues & You! and The Loud House. Other exciting titles making their way to screens across Asia include The Patrick Star Show, Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years, Big Nate, the all-new animated Star Trek: Prodigy series and the Rugrats reboot.
The voice cast pushing the charm and absurdity of the original comics to even greater heights includes: David Freeman (7 Promises) as Papa Smurf, the father figure keeping the other Smurfs in line; Berangere McNeese (Matriochkas) as Smurfette, a curious Smurf who is always ready to take part in new adventures; Lenny Mark Irons (No Man’s Land) as Gargamel, a conniving human wizard with a bottomless thirst to capture Smurfs; Youssef El Kaoukibi (NRJ Belgium) as Brainy, who considers himself the smartest of the bunch; and Catherine Hershey (Boundary Games) as Willow, the brave and wise matriarch of a new tribe of girl Smurfs.
Fun facts about the Smurfs
- Smurfs stand at three apples high, and have tails as well!
- The addition of the all-new tribe of female Smurfs bumps the number of Smurfs up to 100, and each of them have their own unique personality! How many can you name?
- Sarsaparilla and Smurfberries are staple foods for the Smurfs in the original comics. Sarsaparilla, also known as sarsi locally, is said to taste similar to root beer! Have a sip and find out!
- Our little blue friends celebrate 63 years of zany adventures in 2021! The very first Smurfs comic “The Smurfs and The Magic Flute” was published in 19581.
- 1 Smurfs Haribo sweet is eaten each minute across the world.
- Similar to the word “can” in Singlish, the word “Smurf” in the Smurf language has limitless meanings! It can be used as a both a verb and a noun – how Smurfy is that?
The Smurfs CG-animated series acquisition is overseen by Layla Lewis, Senior Vice President, Global Acquisitions and Content Partnerships and Dana Cluverius, Senior Vice President, Current Series Animation for Nickelodeon.
The Smurfs is a Peyo Productions and Dupuis Audiovisuel production, in co-production with KiKA, Ketnet and RTBF, with the participation of TF1 and with the participation of Wallimage (La Wallonie), of Screen Flanders, of BNPPFFF and with the support of the Tax Shelter of the Belgian Government and the participation of the CNC.
© Peyo Productions - Dupuis Édition & Audiovisuel - Dargaud Media - KiKA - KETNET - RTBF.be - 2021
About Peyo, LAFIG Belgium/IMPS (International Merchandising Promotions & Services)
IMPS, together with LAFIG Belgium, are the official licensors of the little blue-skinned characters ‘The Smurfs.’ Over the years, IMPS has worked in close collaboration with its agents worldwide to develop successful licensed merchandising, retail and co-branded promotions, publishing activities, broadcasting deals, theme parks, live shows and family entertainment centers that have secured the everlasting success of the Smurfs. IMPS is run by Véronique Culliford, the daughter of Pierre Culliford, the creator of the Smurfs, who is better known under his pseudonym Peyo. Véronique has run IMPS since 1984 and controls with LAFIG Belgium the rights to the Smurfs characters and the Smurfs licensing worldwide.
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 42nd year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location-based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC).
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Nickelodeon Asia (Philippine Feed) on Cignal Play Channel Add-On [20 October 2021]
0:00 Nick Jr. Halloween Ident
0:10 The Smurfs (Brand New Series)
0:40 Cocomelon Musical Yellow School Bus
1:00 Peppa's Adventures at Peppa School Play Group
1:15 Lulu Achoo! from Baby Alive
1:45 Cocomelon Musical Bedtime JJ Doll
2:15 Peppa's Adventures at Peppa School Play Group
2:30 The Loud House (Brand New Episodes)
3:00 Danger Force: 3 Fun Facts About Havan Flores
3:15 Nickelodeon Ident
Available on Cignal TV Ch. 72
Also watch on Cignal Play: https://cignalplay.com
Catch The Smurfs on Nickelodeon! | Nickelodeon Bahasa
They're legendary, magical, hysterical, and blue! In this brand-new CG-animated series, enter the world of The Smurfs with Papa Smurf, Smurfette, Hefty and more as they go on adventures in their new home on Nickelodeon!
Starts Oct 25, Weekdays @ 5:30pm (WIB) | 6:30pm (MY/PH) on Nickelodeon.
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From Malay Mail:
‘The Smurfs’: Brand new animated series returns on Nickelodeon (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — Everyone’s favourite tiny blue magical creatures are back on the small screen!
The Smurfs, an all-new animated series is set to premiere in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines on Monday, October 25 on Nickelodeon.
The iconic cartoon characters may only measure three apples tall but their return is nothing short of a big deal.
The new series marks the Smurfs’ first TV comeback after nearly 40 years.
Fans can catch Papa Smurf, Smurfette, Brainy, Hefty, Clumsy and the other inhabitants of Smurf Village and their all-new adventures, packed with humour, heart and high-stakes action.
There’s also a new tribe of female Smurfs, led by the brave and wise matriarch Willow, bumping the Smurfs population to 100.
The Smurfs joins Nickelodeon’s growing portfolio of beloved content including SpongeBob SquarePants, PAW Patrol, Blue’s Clues & You! and The Loud House.
Viewers in Asia can look forward to other upcoming titles such as The Patrick Star Show, Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years, Big Nate, the all-new animated Star Trek: Prodigy series and the Rugrats reboot.
The Smurfs is voiced by David Freeman (Papa Smurf), Berangere McNeese (Smurfette), Lenny Mark Irons (Gargamel), Youssef El Kaoukibi (Brainy) and Catherine Hershey (Willow).
The very first Smurfs comic The Smurfs and The Magic Flute was published 63 years ago in 1958.
The Smurfs celebrated its 63rd anniversary this year. — Picture courtesy of Nickelodeon© Provided by Malay Mail The Smurfs celebrated its 63rd anniversary this year. — Picture courtesy of Nickelodeon
The popular Belgian comic franchise is centred on a fictional colony of small, blue creatures who live in mushroom-shaped houses.
A popular cartoon series aired from 1981 until 1989 to much acclaim and the comic also spawned several films including a live-action/computer-animated trilogy by Sony Pictures that began in 2011, starring Katy Perry, Neil Patrick Harris and Hank Azaria.
The Smurfs will premiere Monday, October 25 on Nickelodeon (Astro Ch 616) at 6.30pm with fresh episodes on weekdays.
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Nickelodeon Asia (Philippine Feed) on Cignal Play Channel Add-On [23 October 2021]
0:00 Nickelodeon Ident (Will Be Back Shortly)
0:05 The Smurfs (BRAND NEW SERIES)
0:35 Barbie Color Reveal
1:35 Nickelodeon with Teen Nick
1:40 Nickelodeon Ident (Well Hello Again)
1:45 Nickelodeon with Teen Nick
1:55 Roblox X Nerf
2:10 CAT Instruction Trucks
2:40 Nerf Ultra 5
2:55 Ghostbusters ECTO-1 Play Set
3:10 DANGER FORCE: 3 Fun Facts About Dana Heath
3:25 Nick Jr. Ident
3:30 Nickelodeon with Teen Nick
3:35 Roblox X Nerf
3:50 Ghostbusters ECTO-1 Play Set
4:05 Roblox X Nerf
4:20 DANGER FORCE: 3 Fun Facts About Luca Luhan
4:35 Nick Jr. Ident
4:40 HALLOWSCREAM STARTS NOW
Available on Cignal TV Ch. 72
Alsowatch on Cignal Play: https://cignalplay.com
More Nick: ViacomCBS UK Unveils Autumn 2021 Highlights for Nickelodeon, Nicktoons, Nick Jr. and Milkshake!
Originally published: September 28, 2021.
H/T: Special thanks to @SCDisneySwagPH for the news!
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