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Bluey

Company type	Television series
Industry	Animation, Children's entertainment
Founded	October 1, 2018 (2018-10-01)
Founder	Joe Brumm
Headquarters	Brisbane , Australia
Area served	Worldwide
Key people	Joe Brumm (developer), David McCormack (voice actor), Melanie Zanetti (voice actor)
Products	Animated preschool television program
Owner	Ludo Studio
Website	www.bluey.tv

Bluey is an animated preschool program from Australia that first aired on ABC Kids on 1 October 2018. Developed by Joe Brumm and produced by the Queensland-based company Ludo Studio, the narrative follows Bluey, a lively and imaginative six-year-old (later seven-year-old) Blue Heeler puppy. Bluey’s defining traits include her boundless energy, creativity, and inquisitiveness. She shares her home with her dad, Bandit; mom, Chilli; and younger sibling, Bingo, who frequently engage with her in imaginative games. The series features various dog breeds as supporting characters. The voices of the child characters are performed by children related to the production team and are kept uncredited to ensure their privacy.

Cast table

Character	Voice Actor	Breed	Appearances
			Debut	Season 1	Season 2	Season 3
Primary Characters
Bluey Heeler	Unknown	Blue Heeler	"Magic Xylophone"	colspan="3"
Bingo Heeler		Red Heeler		colspan="3"
Bandit Heeler	David McCormack	Blue Heeler		colspan="3"
Chilli Heeler	Melanie Zanetti	Red Heeler		colspan="3"
Extended Heeler and Cattle Relatives
Muffin Heeler	Unknown	White Heeler	"BBQ"	colspan="3"
Socks Heeler		Blue Heeler		colspan="3"
Uncle Stripe Heeler	Dan Brumm			colspan="3"
Aunt Trixie Heeler	Myf Warhurst	White Heeler		colspan="3"
Uncle Radley Heeler	Patrick Brammall	Blue/Red Heeler mix	"Double Babysitter"		colspan="2"
Aunt Frisky Heeler	Claudia O'Doherty	English Cocker Spaniel			colspan="2"
Chris Heeler	Chris Brumm	Blue Heeler	"Grannies"	colspan="3"
Grandpa Bob Heeler	(Ian McFadyen / Sam Simmons)	(White Heeler)		(Guest appearances)
Mort Cattle	(Laurie Newman)	(Red Heeler)	"Grandad"	(Recurring)
Aunt Brandy Cattle	(Rose Byrne)	"Onesies"	(Guest)
Chilli's Mum	(Kate Miller-Heidke)	"Dragon"	(Guest)
Neighbours
Pat	(Brad Elliot)	(Labrador Retriever)	"Keepy Uppy"	(Recurring)
Janelle	(Anna Daniels)	"Pass the Parcel"	(Recurring)
Lucky	(Unknown Child)	"Keepy Uppy"	(Recurring)
Chucky	"Pass the Parcel"	(Recurring)
Wendy	(Beth Durack / Emily Taheny)	(Chow Chow)	"Fairies"	(Recurring)
Judo	(Charlotte Stent)	"Butterflies"	(Recurring)
Doreen	(Kelly Butler)	(Great Pyrenees)	"Bin Night"	(Recurring)
Bluey's Schoolmates
Mackenzie	(Unknown Child)	"Border Collie"	"Fruitbat"	(Recurring)
Rusty	"Calypso"	(Australian Kelpie)	(Recurring)
Chloe	(Charlotte Stent)	"Dalmatian"	"Bike"	(Recurring)
Honey	(Unknown Child)	"Beagle"	"Spy Game"	(Recurring)
Coco	"Shadowlands"	(Poodle)	(Recurring)
Snickers	"Shadowlands"	(Dachshund)	(Recurring)
Indy	"Calypso"	(Afghan Hound)	(Recurring)
Jack Russell	"Army"	(Jack Russell Terrier)
Winton	"Markets"	(English Bulldog)
Pretzel	"Calypso"	(Chihuahua)
The Terriers	"Calypso"	(Miniature Schnauzer)
Bingo's Peers
Lila	"Daddy Dropoff"	(Maltese dog)
Missy	"Bob Bilby"	(Australian Terrier)
	"Bob Bilby"	(Pug)
	"Bike"	(Cavalier King Charles Spaniel)
#Classmates' siblings Siblings of Classmates |
Unknown Child| (Jack Russell Terrier)| Army| (Recurring)| - ... [Table continues with additional recurring and guest roles] Bluey Heeler Bluey Christine Heeler serves as the series' central character and is a Blue Heeler puppy, representing an Australian Cattle Dog. She is a six-year-old from Brisbane, Queensland, who eventually celebrates her seventh birthday. Bluey is characterized by her vivid imagination, inquisitiveness, good behavior, and high energy levels. She delights in adopting different roles and engaging in pretend play that mimics adult behavior. Within her social network are classmates and companions like Jean-Luc, a Labrador, along with Chloe, Indy, Coco, Rusty, Mackenzie, and her close friend Mia. Among her various alter egos is Janet, a gentle yet absent-minded grandmother figure. The show portrays Bluey at various ages: as an infant in "Baby Race," as an adolescent in "Camping," and as a grown mother in "Surprise!," where Geraldine Hakewill provides her adult voice. Her middle name, Christine, is a tribute to her grandmother Chris. Her immediate family consists of her father Bandit Heeler, mother Chilli Heeler, younger sister Bingo Heeler, plus numerous relatives on both sides of the family. Bingo Heeler Bingo Heeler is another primary character and a Red Heeler puppy who is Bluey’s younger sister. At four years old, later turning five, Bingo exhibits a kindhearted nature combined with energy, friendliness, good manners, curiosity, and playfulness. She tends to be more emotionally sensitive compared to Bluey. Her cherished toy is a stuffed rabbit named Floppy. Bingo attends kindergarten and has many friends, notably her best friend Lila, a Maltese dog. She often shows fascination with insects, frequently pausing her activities to observe them closely. One of her notable personas is Rita, a playful yet hard-of-hearing grandmother. Significant episodes featuring Bingo include "Bingo," "Turtleboy," and "Slide." Bandit Heeler Bandit Custard Heeler is a Blue Heeler who is married to Chilli and father to both Bluey and Bingo. He enjoys actively participating in his daughters’ imaginative games and often imparts valuable life lessons through playtime. Despite his enthusiasm for engagement, his involvement occasionally leads to tension in their public interactions. The character is voiced by David McCormack, lead singer of the Brisbane-based rock band Custard. Chilli Heeler Chilli Heeler (maiden name Cattle) is a Red Heeler who serves as mother to Bluey and Bingo and spouse to Bandit. She maintains a balanced approach between managing her daughters’ lively playtimes and exercising calm restraint but joins in when appropriate. As a nurturing parent, Chilli supports the development and well-being of her children. Early on in Bluey’s milestones, Chilli was eager for her daughter to walk before peers but learned patience after encouragement from another parent. The series hints that Chilli experienced a miscarriage and that her own mother passed away prior to the events depicted in the show. Professionally, she works as an airport security officer. Melanie Zanetti provides her voice. Muffin Heeler Muffin Cupcake Heeler appears as a secondary main character and is a White Heeler puppy—the daughter of Stripe and Trixie—and older sister to Socks as well as cousin to Bluey and Bingo. At three years old (later four), Muffin exhibits high energy and loudness; she can sometimes act selfishly or throw tantrums but remains essentially kind-hearted. She has a speech disorder affecting how she pronounces the sounds "L" and "R." Socks Heeler Socks Heeler is a Blue Heeler puppy, the youngest offspring of Stripe and Trixie, Muffin's junior sibling, and cousin to Bluey and Bingo. Initially shown as a typical young pup moving on all fours and barking, Socks eventually learns to walk upright, speak in complete sentences, and becomes toilet-trained by the age of two. Stripe Heeler Stripe Heeler is a Blue Heeler, married to Trixie, father to Muffin and Socks, uncle to Bluey and Bingo, and the younger sibling of Bandit and Radley. Known for his kind demeanor but limited parenting experience, he shares a friendly rivalry with his brother Bandit. Dan Brumm provides his voice and also works on the series’ sound design. Trixie Heeler Trixie Heeler is a White Heeler, wife of Stripe, mother of Muffin and Socks, and aunt to Bluey and Bingo. She is nurturing, lively, composed in her parenting approach, and places great importance on family bonding. Although she sometimes disagrees with Stripe regarding child-rearing methods, they generally find common ground. Myf Warhurst voices Trixie. Radley Heeler Radley Heeler is a Red/Blue Heeler mix, uncle to Bluey, Bingo, Muffin, and Socks, as well as the elder brother of Bandit and Stripe. Protective yet relaxed by nature, he occasionally drifts off mentally—once confusing Bluey for a boy because of her blue fur. As a child, Radley defended Stripe and placed a jinx on Bandit for teasing him. Professionally, he worked on an oil rig in Western Australia, which limited his family visits. After forming a relationship with Bluey’s godmother Frisky—whom he later married—Radley left his job and relocated to the city to be closer to family. Voiced by Patrick Brammall. Frisky Heeler Frisky Heeler, an English Cocker Spaniel, serves as Bluey’s godmother and is married to Radley, making her an aunt figure to the Heeler cousins. She has been a longtime friend of Chilli; they often visited Mount Coot-Tha during their teenage years. Prior to meeting Radley while babysitting Bluey and Bingo together, she had dated someone named Bosco. Their relationship culminated in marriage in Bandit and Chilli’s backyard. Claudia O'Doherty provides her voice. Chris Heeler Nana Christine Heeler is a Blue Heeler married to Bob; she is mother to Bandit, Stripe, and Radley and grandmother to Bluey, Bingo, Muffin, and Socks. At her home on the Gold Coast, she happily indulges her granddaughters' desires. Portrayed as kind yet firm in the episode "Fairytale," her strictness reflects typical 1980s parenting styles. The character is voiced by Chris Brumm, who inspired her creation. Bob Heeler Grandpa Bob Heeler is a White Heeler married to Chris; he fathers Bandit, Stripe, and Radley and is grandfather to Bluey's generation. In the episode "Grannies," he learns flossing techniques alongside Chris. Later episodes reveal he took an extended journey to India for personal growth. Initially voiced by Ian McFadyen, the role was later taken over by Sam Simmons. Mort Cattle Grandad Mort Cattle is a Red Heeler who fathered Chilli and Brandy and serves as maternal grandfather to Bluey and Bingo. Before retiring, he served in the military. Laurie Newman provides his voice. Brandy Cattle Brandy Cattle is a Red Heeler, daughter of Mort, elder sister to Chilli, and maternal aunt to Bluey and Bingo. After being separated for four years, she reunites with Chilli. Despite experiencing difficulties with fertility, by the episode "The Sign," she is expecting a puppy. Her voice is provided by Rose Byrne. Chilli's Mum Chilli's Mum was a Red Heeler, married to Mort, and mother to both Brandy and Chilli. She passed away prior to the series’ events but appears in Chilli’s recollections as a nurturing presence who encourages her daughter's artistic pursuits. Kate Miller-Heidke lends her voice to this character. Pat Pat (father of Lucky) is a Labrador Retriever living next door to the Heelers. He is married to Janelle and father to Lucky and Chucky. Frequently involved in the Heelers’ activities, he has formed a friendship with Bandit's brother, Stripe. Pat, along with his family, supports the Queensland Maroons rugby league team. Brad Elliott provides his voice. Janelle Janelle is a Labrador Retriever, wife of Pat and mother to Lucky and Chucky. Although less engaged in neighbourhood games, she is warm-hearted and adept at organizing social gatherings such as birthday celebrations. Originally from New South Wales, she supports the Blues rugby league team but joins her family in backing the Australian national rugby union squad. Her character is voiced by Anna Daniels. Lucky Lucky, a Labrador Retriever, is the eldest son of Pat and Janelle and one of the Heelers' neighbours. He exhibits enthusiasm, friendliness, and a passion for sports. While he is not depicted attending Glasshouse Primary School on screen, he maintains many friendships there. Lucky, alongside his father and brother Chucky, supports the Maroons team. Chucky Chucky, also a Labrador Retriever, is the youngest son of Pat and Janelle and lives near the Heelers. Like his brother Lucky, he is playful and kind but shows more sensitivity and less interest in sports, though he enjoys watching football matches. During a State of Origin series, Chucky opts to support the Maroons rather than his mother's Blues team. He owns a tennis ball launcher that he shares with Bluey. The book Where's Bluey? At Easter suggests he attends or visits Bingo’s kindergarten. Wendy Wendy is a Chow Chow who relocated from England and is mother to Judo. Initially appearing somewhat refined and not fully engaged in the Heelers' playtime, she gradually becomes more involved. With a decade of experience practicing pilates, she maintains excellent fitness and strength levels. Wendy is generous—she prepared lasagnas for the Heelers following Bluey's birth—and speaks with an upper-class accent. She is voiced by Emily Taheny (previously Beth Durack). Judo Judo, a Chow Chow, has been friends with Bluey and Bingo since they were puppies. She tends to develop close bonds with select companions such as Bluey, Bingo, and Pom Pom. Originally displaying bossiness toward younger children, Judo grows more cooperative over time, strengthening her friendships with Bluey and Bingo. Given her infrequent appearances alongside Wendy alone, it is likely she comes from a divorced family. Charlotte Stent voices Judo, who does not share her mother's English accent. Doreen Doreen is an elderly Great Pyrenees living near the Heeler family. Known for her kindness, she frequently provides guidance to those passing by. Initially lacking confidence, she gained self-assurance with Muffin’s help during a garage sale event. Kelly Butler provides her voice. Mackenzie Mackenzie is a Border Collie who moved to Australia from New Zealand. He is recognized for his generous nature and straightforward style during play. Skilled in herding and leaping over sheep, Mackenzie has a large dog companion named Captain. His family supports the All Blacks, which he finds puzzling. Among his peers, including Coco, Jack, and Rusty, Mackenzie shares a particularly strong friendship with Bluey. As a young pup, he experienced distress when separated from his mother but eventually came to terms with it. Joe Brumm based Mackenzie's design on Dog from the New Zealand comic Footrot Flats. Rusty Rusty is an Australian Kelpie and one of Bluey’s close companions, also best friends with Jack Russell. He is energetic, adventurous, and friendly, though sometimes shows stubbornness. His inner circle includes Bluey, Mackenzie, Lucky, and Indy. Rusty is athletic and dreams of playing for the Australian national test cricket team—a dream he fulfills as an adult. He has two siblings: Digger, his protective older brother, and Dusty, his lively younger sister. His father serves in the military. Rusty bears a strong resemblance to Bluey; initially, the series centered on Rusty—named after Joe Brumm’s childhood kelpie—but eventually shifted focus to Bluey during development. Chloe Chloe is a Dalmatian and one of Bluey's closest friends. She is intelligent, lively, and affectionate and has a baby brother. Chloe enjoys playing alongside Bluey and Bandit and often takes their play ideas home to share with her father Frank, who at first regards them as "silly" but later warms to them. Charlotte Stent voices both Chloe and Judo. Honey Honey is a Beagle counted among Bluey's friends. She wears round glasses like her parents but speaks with an Australian accent despite her parents’ British accents. Honey is empathetic and confident but occasionally finds it difficult to keep pace with Bluey's games. The minisode "Alongside" showcases her well-organized habits, proficiency in football and netball, as well as ongoing lessons in piano and violin. Coco Coco is a Poodle who has been friends with Bluey for many years. Though generally kind-hearted and pleasant, she can sometimes be controlling and impatient. Coco comes from a large family with eight siblings. Snickers Snickers is a Dachshund who has known Bluey since they were both puppies. Playful and sociable, he is aware of his slender frame and short legs, which he views as both beneficial and challenging. Snickers particularly enjoys role-playing as a news reporter. Indy Indy is an Afghan Hound and counts among Bluey's companions. She is a creative, free-spirited youngster who adheres to a strict dietary regimen that excludes wheat, gluten, sugar, salt, dairy products, and additives. Her close-knit group of friends includes Bluey, Rusty, and Winton. Jack Russell Jack Russell is a Jack Russell Terrier and Rusty's closest friend, having recently transferred to Glasshouse Primary School from Victoria. Known for his friendly and playful nature, his friendships extend to Rusty, Mackenzie, and Bluey. Jack Russell has ADHD, which affects his ability to remain still and impacts his memory. He also has a younger sister named Lulu. Winton Winton is an English Bulldog who is among Bluey's friends. Initially, he found it difficult to respect others' personal boundaries but has since shown progress. His parents are divorced, with his father now in a relationship with the mother of the Terriers triplets. The Terriers The Terriers are triplet Schnauzer brothers recognized for their imaginative play as Roman soldiers. Their single mother is currently partnered with Winton's father, Cornelius. Pretzel Pretzel is a reserved Chihuahua in Bluey's class who becomes more outgoing after observing cooperative behavior among his peers. He owns a pet guinea pig that escaped. Dialogue hints that Pretzel has two mothers, representing the show's first LGBTQ family depiction. Lila Lila is a Maltese and Bingo's closest companion. Initially timid, she gains confidence through her friendship with Bingo. The episode "Daddy Dropoff" highlights their lasting bond across school years. Like Bingo, Lila has a fondness for insects and once rescued a caterpillar that later transformed into a butterfly named "Flappy." Missy Missy is an Australian Terrier enrolled in Mrs. Retriever's kindergarten class and a friend to both Bluey and Bingo. Previously shy and anxious, she has developed courage through play activities. It is suggested she may be adopted, as her mother is a German Spitz and no father figure is shown. Buddy Buddy is a Pug attending Mrs. Retriever's kindergarten class who is known for his distinctive loud breathing. He frequently engages in nose-picking, naps atop the slide, or gazes off into space. Bentley Bentley is a small yet determined Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who eventually conquers the challenge of the monkey bars. He has a twin sister named Zara. Lulu Russell Lulu Russell is a young Jack Russell Terrier, Jack's little sister from Victoria. She exhibits curiosity and occasional mischief, sometimes repeating others' comments with sassiness but remains loving toward friends and family. Early indications suggested Lulu might take over as Bingo's best friend from Lila. According to the book Where's Bluey? At Easter, she either attends or visits Bingo's kindergarten. Dusty Dusty is an energetic young Australian Kelpie girl, younger sister to Rusty and Digger. She enjoys playing cricket with her family and gets excited when Rusty throws her a catch. She also appears to share a friendship with Dougie. Digger Digger is an adolescent Australian Kelpie male and the eldest sibling to Rusty and Dusty. He shows a protective and nurturing nature, permitting Rusty to participate with his older peers in cricket while warning him about faster deliveries. His circle includes Captain, Mia, and a teenage boy named Tiny, who is noted for his swift bowling. Winnie Winnie is a Chocolate Labrador who becomes friends with Bluey at the playground. They enjoy playing Café together, with their fathers acting as customers, which helps strengthen the connection between their families. Later, Bandit extends an invitation to Winnie and Fido for breakfast. Jean-Luc Jean-Luc is a Black Labrador from Canada who forms a close bond with Bluey during a camping trip. Although he speaks French, they manage to communicate through play. When Jean-Luc departs, Bluey feels sad but eventually reunites with him when he returns speaking English. Captain and Mia Captain, an American Foxhound, and Mia, an English Setter, are preteen companions of Mackenzie and Bluey respectively. A subtle mutual attraction exists between them despite their friends’ rivalry, prompting conversations about beginning high school. They attend school fairs together and engage in cricket matches; both are also acquainted with Digger, Rusty's elder brother. Tiny Tiny is a teenage Great Dane recognized for his rapid bowling in cricket. He counts Captain, Mia, and Digger among his friends. Pom Pom Pom Pom is a Pomeranian and one of Bluey and Bingo's companions. Though the smallest in size, she is tough and distinguished by her high-pitched voice. The book Where's Bluey? At Easter suggests she either attends or is a special guest at Bingo's Kindy. Dougie Dougie is a deaf Cavapoo (a mix of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle) who shares a stuffed turtle toy with Bingo. He uses Auslan (Australian Sign Language) to communicate and is friends with Dusty and Bingo. Calypso Calypso is a blue merle Australian Shepherd who serves as Bluey's creative school teacher, well-known for her songs and storytelling abilities. She is voiced by Megan Washington. Mrs. Retriever Mrs. Retriever is a Golden Retriever who teaches Bingo's kindy class. She employs a bilby puppet called Bob Bilby, which children take home to document their adventures. Ann Kerr provides her voice. Rusty's parents Rusty's parents are both Red Kelpies. His father, voiced by Anthony Field, works in the Australian Army and occasionally appears on patrol duty. His mother, voiced by Jane Hall, is known for her prompt responses when interrupted at work. Together they raise three children: Digger, Rusty, and Dusty. Honey's parents Honey's parents, Marcus (voiced by Charlie Aspinwall) and Daisy (voiced by Sam Moor), come from the United Kingdom and have English accents. Marcus works as an archaeologist and collaborates with Bandit, while Daisy enjoys hosting tea parties. Maynard Maynard is an elderly and quirky Irish Wolfhound who lives next door to Mort Cattle. The character is brought to life by the voice of Sean Choolburra. Fido Fido is a Chocolate Labrador who becomes friends with Bandit at a playground, their connection sparked by their daughters, Winnie and Bluey, during a Café game. Both fathers share a playful nature, frequently interrupting their children's activities for amusement. Eliot Fish provides his voice. Cornelius Cornelius, an English Bulldog and father to Winton, is recently divorced and often experiences feelings of loneliness. He later begins dating the Terriers' mother, with whom he appears to cohabit. Jake Bresanello voices this character. Dougie's Mum Dougie's Mum, a Cavapoo, communicates through Auslan with her deaf son. Miranda Tapsell lends her voice to this role. Busker The Busker is an Irish Terrier musician who performs, teaches music lessons, and officiated the wedding of Radley and Frisky. This character is inspired by and voiced by the series’ composer, Joff Bush. Notable guests Surfer (voiced by Layne Beachley), a Rough Collie enthusiastic about surfing. Postie (voiced by Anthony Field), a Catahoula Leopard Dog working at the post office. Jack's Mum and Dad (voiced by Zoë Foster Blake and Hamish Blake), Jack Russell Terriers who are parents to Jack and Lulu. Alfie (voiced by Robert Irwin), a dingo employed as a customer service assistant in a toy shop. Bella (voiced by Leigh Sales), a pink poodle mother to Coco and eight other offspring, as well as a friend of Chilli. Yoga Instructor (voiced by Eva Mendes), a Saluki whose yoga classes inspire Chilli. Whale Documentary Narrator (voiced by Natalie Portman), provides narration for a whale documentary viewed by Bluey and Bingo. Major Tom (voiced by Lin-Manuel Miranda), a Brown Icelandic horse who is Bluey’s school neighbor and appears in Calypso’s recounting of events. Grumpy Pug (voiced by Margot Knight), a cantankerous pug seen at Doreen’s yard sale. The Terriers' Mum (voiced by Carrie Bickmore), mother of triplet Miniature Schnauzers, currently in a relationship with Cornelius. Bucky Dunstan (voiced by Rove McManus), a Toy Fox Terrier real estate agent who shares a childhood rivalry with Bandit. The Sheepdogs (voiced by Deborah Mailman and Brendan Williams), initially interested buyers of the Heeler family home but ultimately choose Cornelius’ house due to its pool. Policeman (voiced by Joel Edgerton), a German Shepherd who assesses Bluey’s eligibility to sit in the front passenger seat. Television Commentator (voiced by Kurt Fearnley), covers a wheelchair race that Bandit watches. External links Official website character profiles