The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol | Plus & Essential

Critical and audience reception is generally positive, with a and an 87% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes . What Reviewers Liked:

: Several reviewers, including those from IGN , noted that this 22-minute short felt more focused and "competently made" than the full-length live-action movie it was paired with. The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol

: The humor is gentle and appropriate for younger children, making it a "wholesome" holiday watch. What Reviewers Criticized: Scrooge 3: The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol Critical and audience reception is generally positive, with