Final trailer Smurfs reveals new song by Rihanna: Friend of Mine

The expected animated film Smurfs will premiere in cinemas next July 17and to increase emotion, Paramount Animation He has launched his Final trailerwhich is accompanied by a great musical surprise: Rihanna He has presented his new song “Friend of Mine”his first unpublished theme in three years.

Final trailer Smurfs (2025)

This new advance of more than two minutes not only offers an exciting look of the history that is coming, but also marks the musical return of Rihannawho did not release a song from Lift me uptheme that was part of the Black Panther Soundtrack: Wakanda Forever in 2022 and became a global success.

The trailer It reveals part of the central plot of the film: Pitufo dadin voice of John Goodmanhas been mysteriously kidnapped by the evil Witching Gargamel and Razamel, who intend to use their magic to dominate the universe.

In front of this disaster, Smurfinecharacter played by Rihannaleads the group of Smurfs in an adventure that leads them to leave their village to return to Earth and rescue their leader … and the world.

“With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe,” says the official synopsis. The story combines action, humor and a lot of music, in a production directed by Chris Miller and written by Pam Brady, known for his work in animated comedies.

“Friend of Mine” Rihanna

One of the most outstanding moments of the trailer is when a fragment of Friend of Minea melodic song with touches of Afrobeat that puts all the pitufos to dance before the adventure begins.

This new theme marks a return that is very anticipated by Rihanna fans, who have been waiting for a new study album.

Although Friend of Mine will be officially launched this Friday May 16the advance has already generated great expectation. In addition to being part of the SoundtrackRihanna also participates as an executive producer of the film, thus consolidating her role not only as a musical artist but also as a key figure in the entertainment industry.

Cast Pitufos (2025)

Smurfs not only stands out for its animation and music, but also for an impressive original voices cast. Accompanying to Rihanna There are James Corden, Nick Offerman, Sandra Oh, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Daniel Levy, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Xolo Maridueña, Billie Lourd, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Kurt Russell and the aforementioned John Goodman.

For the Spanish version, the singer and composer Rigoberta Bandini He puts a voice to Smurfina, while the actor and comedian Florentino Fernández Interpret the two villains: Gargamel and Razamel. With this cast, the film promises to conquer both children and adults, mixing nostalgia with new creative proposals.

The return of The Smurfs The cinema arrives at a time when animated franchises are betting hard to mix nostalgia with new approaches. The incorporation of Rihanna as a leading voice and musical figure is proof of this.

In addition, the choice of a topic like Friend of Mine aims to connect with new generations without neglecting those who grew up with the endearing blue characters. With all this, the premiere of Smurfs is emerging as one of the most important of the summer, both for its family content and for the appeal that represents Rihanna’s musical return.