Is The Smurfs based on a book?

Common questions

Is The Smurfs based on a book?

Yes. The Smurfs is based on the comic The Smurfs by Peyo and Yvan Delporte and Thierry Culliford and Philippe Delzenne and Gos (1958).

Who wrote the book The Smurfs is based on?

The Smurfs was written by Peyo and Yvan Delporte and Thierry Culliford and Philippe Delzenne and Gos and first published in 1958.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Smurfs before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.