Dirt (Bluey)
| Company type | Television program |
|---|---|
| Industry | Animation, Children's television |
| Founded | October 1, 2018 |
| Founder | Joe Brumm, Ludo Studio |
| Headquarters | Brisbane , Australia |
Area served | Australia, International |
Key people | Joe Brumm (Developer), Richard Jeffery (Director), Joff Bush (Composer) |
| Products | Animated television series, picture books, DVDs |
| Parent | ABC Kids, BBC Studios |
Bluey is an Australian animated television program aimed at preschool audiences, which first aired on ABC Kids on 1 October 2018. Developed by Joe Brumm alongside Queensland-based production company Ludo Studio, the narrative centers on Bluey, a lively and imaginative six-year-old Blue Heeler puppy. She shares her home with her father, Bandit; mother, Chilli; and younger sibling, Bingo, who frequently accompanies her on creative escapades.[1] The characters are portrayed as various dog breeds, some reflecting Brumm's own childhood pets.[2] The series explores themes such as nurturing family relationships, Australian cultural elements, and the significance of play.[1][3][4] Production takes place in Queensland, with Brisbane serving as the inspiration for the show's setting.[5] The project was jointly commissioned by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and the British Broadcasting Corporation, with BBC Studios managing worldwide distribution and merchandising rights.[1] In 2019, international broadcast rights were secured by The Walt Disney Company.[6]
Since its launch, Bluey has produced 154 episodes across three seasons, including special holiday-themed installments such as Christmas ("Verandah Santa," "Christmas Swim"), Easter ("Easter"), and Father's Day ("Perfect"). The third season featured a unique 28-minute episode titled "The Sign."[7] In 2024, a series of brief "Minisodes," ranging from one to three minutes, were released.[8][9] Additionally, a feature-length film was announced in December 2024 for global release in 2027,[10] marking Joe Brumm’s final credited work before his departure.[11]
Director Richard Jeffery received an Australian Directors' Guild Award in 2021 for the episode "Sleepytime," which also won the 2022 Prix Jeunesse International Award for TV – Up to 6 Years Fiction (Children's).[12][13] Composer Joff Bush earned nominations at the APRA Screen Music Awards for his work on "Teasing" (2019) and "Flat Pack" (2020).[14][15] The episode "Cricket" received praise from sports journalists.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name Several episodes have been adapted into picture books; among them, "The Beach" won both the 2020 Australian Book Industry Awards for Book of the Year and Children's Picture Book of the Year (Ages 0–6).[16][17] DVD releases of episodes have been made available in Australia through BBC Studios.[18]
Series overview
Series 1 (2018–2019)
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EpisodeNumber = 6 EpisodeNumber2 = 6 Title = The Weekend Aux1 = Jasmine Moody WrittenBy = Joe Brumm OriginalAirDate= ShortSummary = Bluey and Bingo enjoy their weekend with Bandit, emphasizing family connection. Viewers = 153,000 LineColor = #98D6FB
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EpisodeNumber = 7 EpisodeNumber2 = 7 Title = Daddy Robot Aux1 = Mik Chavez WrittenBy = Joe Brumm OriginalAirDate= ShortSummary = Bingo takes charge of making salad during a family barbecue, showcasing imaginative play with cousins. Viewers = 109,000 LineColor = #98D6FB
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EpisodeNumber = 8 EpisodeNumber2 = 8 Title = Fruitbat Aux1 = Chris Voigt WrittenBy = Joe Brumm OriginalAirDate= ShortSummary = Bluey discovers the habits of nocturnal fruit bats while adjusting to bedtime routines. Viewers = 169,000 LineColor = #98D6FB
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EpisodeNumber = 9 EpisodeNumber2 = 9 Title = Horsey Ride Aux1 = Chris Voigt WrittenBy = Joe Brumm OriginalAirDate=
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Series 2 (2020–2021)
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Ratings
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