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Sky Arte Documentary Explores the World of the Smurfs

other · 2026-05-04

The documentary 'I Puffi, piccoli grandi eroi' (The Smurfs, Little Big Heroes) will air on Sky Arte on Sunday, May 5. It traces the history of the Smurfs, created by Belgian artist Peyo in 1958, and explores reasons for their global success. The film travels from Brussels to Dubai, Paris, and Los Angeles, addressing questions such as why the Smurf community consists of 99 males and one female, and why Peyo chose blue for their color. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.

Key facts

  • The Smurfs were created by Belgian artist Peyo in 1958.
  • Documentary 'I Puffi, piccoli grandi eroi' airs on Sky Arte on Sunday, May 5.
  • The documentary covers the Smurfs' history and secrets.
  • It travels from Brussels to Dubai, Paris, and Los Angeles.
  • The Smurf community has 99 males and one female.
  • Peyo chose blue for the Smurfs' color.
  • Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune.
  • Artribune manages content and digital interface for Sky Arte.

Entities

Artists

  • Peyo

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Brussels
  • Belgium
  • Dubai
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Paris
  • France
  • Los Angeles
  • United States

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