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Ludo Studio

Industry	Animation production
Headquarters	Queensland , Australia
Products	Animated television series (including Bluey)

Bluey is an Australian animated show aimed at preschool audiences, which 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 six-year-old (later seven) anthropomorphic Blue Heeler pup. Bluey is characterized by her lively spirit, creativity, and inquisitive nature. She shares her home with her father, Bandit; mother, Chilli; and younger sibling, Bingo, who often participate alongside her in imaginative adventures. The series showcases a variety of dog breeds as characters. The voices of child characters are provided by children related to the production team and are left uncredited to protect their privacy.

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Bluey Heeler

Bluey Christine Heeler serves as the central figure of the series and is a young Blue Heeler puppy. She is six years old (comparable in size to a Cozy Coupe) and eventually celebrates her seventh birthday. Bluey is characterized by her vivid imagination, inquisitiveness, good manners, high energy, and fondness for imaginative play and acting like an adult. She maintains a wide circle of friends from her classroom and beyond, including a Labrador named Jean-Luc. Among her closest companions are Chloe, Indy, Coco, Rusty, Mackenzie, and her older friend Mia. One of her well-known alter egos is Janet, a warm yet forgetful grandmother.

Bluey is portrayed at various stages of life: as an infant in "Baby Race," as a teenager in "Camping," and as a grown-up in "Surprise!" In the adult depiction, voiced by Geraldine Hakewill, Bluey is shown as a mother to an unnamed daughter. Her middle name, Christine, pays tribute to her grandmother, Chris.

Bingo Heeler

Bingo Heeler is another principal character and a Red Heeler puppy, who is Bluey's younger sister. At four years old (later turning five), Bingo is affectionate, lively, curious, and playful but tends to be more sensitive than Bluey. Her cherished toy is a stuffed rabbit named Floppy. She attends kindergarten in Brisbane and has numerous friends, including her best friend Lila, a Maltese dog. Bingo has a fascination with insects and often interrupts her playtime to observe them closely. One of her notable personas is "Rita," a playful grandmother character with hearing difficulties. Episodes centering on Bingo include "Bingo," "Turtleboy," and "Slide."

Bandit Heeler

Bandit Custard Heeler is a Blue Heeler who is married to Chilli and father to Bluey and Bingo. He delights in engaging with his daughters through play and approaches their games with earnestness, frequently imparting life lessons during these moments. Although he sometimes seems hesitant, his participation helps reinforce family connections but can occasionally create awkward situations when interacting publicly with his children. Bandit's voice actor is David McCormack, lead singer of the Brisbane-based rock band Custard.

Chilli Heeler

Chilli Heeler (maiden name Cattle) is a Red Heeler who acts as both mother to Bluey and Bingo and wife to Bandit. She manages her daughters’ spirited play with calmness but joins in enthusiastically when suitable. Beyond playtime, Chilli demonstrates nurturing care focused on her children’s welfare. Early on in Bluey's development, Chilli set a goal for Bluey to walk before another child but felt somewhat inadequate when Bluey did not achieve it; encouragement from another parent helped restore her confidence. Bluey ultimately took her first steps while reaching out to hug Chilli. The series suggests that Chilli experienced a miscarriage and that her own mother passed away prior to the series timeline. Professionally, she works as an airport security officer and is voiced by Melanie Zanetti.

Muffin Heeler

Muffin Cupcake Heeler appears as a supporting character and White Heeler; she is the daughter of Stripe and Trixie, older sister to Socks, and cousin to Bluey and Bingo. At three or four years old, Muffin displays high energy levels and loud behavior; she can be selfish at times and prone to tantrums but remains fundamentally kind-hearted. Muffin experiences delayed phonological development, finding it difficult to pronounce "L" and "R" sounds correctly (for example saying "It was a vewociwaptor").

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 depicted as a young pup who communicates through barking and moves on all fours, Socks eventually learns to walk upright, speak in complete sentences, and becomes fully potty-trained.

Stripe Heeler

Stripe Heeler is a Blue Heeler who is married to Trixie and father to Muffin and Socks. He is the uncle of Bluey and Bingo and the younger sibling of Bandit and Radley. Recognized for his kind disposition yet limited parenting experience, Stripe engages in a warmhearted sibling rivalry with Bandit. His voice is provided by Dan Brumm, who also contributes to the show's audio production.

Trixie Heeler

Trixie Heeler is a White Heeler, married to Stripe, mother to Muffin and Socks, and aunt to Bluey and Bingo. She is characterized by her nurturing, energetic personality and pragmatic approach to parenting, placing great importance on family bonding. Although she occasionally has differing views from Stripe regarding child-rearing, they consistently reach mutual agreements. Myf Warhurst lends her voice to Trixie.

Radley Heeler

Radley Heeler is a mixed Red/Blue Heeler breed, elder brother to Bandit and Stripe, and uncle to Bluey, Bingo, Muffin, and Socks. His demeanor balances protectiveness with a relaxed attitude; at times he becomes distracted—once confusing Bluey for a boy due to her blue fur. In their youth, Radley defended Stripe and cast a jinx on Bandit for teasing. Professionally, he worked on an oil rig in Western Australia, which limited his family interactions. After marrying Bluey's godmother Frisky, he decided to leave his job when she chose not to relocate westward with him, opting instead for city employment to remain near family. Patrick Brammall provides his voice.

Frisky Heeler

Frisky Heeler, an English Cocker Spaniel, serves as Bluey's godmother and is married to Radley. She is also aunt to the Heeler cousins. Frisky has been friends with Chilli since their teenage years at Mount Coot-Tha. Before meeting Radley while babysitting Bluey and Bingo, she had previously dated Bosco. Their relationship developed rapidly, culminating in an intimate backyard wedding at Bandit and Chilli’s residence. Claudia O'Doherty voices this character.

Chris Heeler

Nana Christine Heeler is a Blue Heeler married to Bob, mother of Bandit, Stripe, and Radley, and grandmother to Bluey, Bingo, Muffin, and Socks. At her residence on the Gold Coast, she warmly indulges her granddaughters' desires. During her children’s upbringing in the 1980s, she was portrayed as affectionate but firm in discipline, exemplifying a strict parenting style. The character was inspired by and voiced by Chris Brumm.

Bob Heeler

Grandpa Bob Heeler is a White Heeler married to Chris, father of Bandit, Stripe, and Radley, and grandfather of Bluey's generation. In the episode "Grannies," he learns how to floss alongside Chris. Bob's extended absence explained in "The Sign" is due to his journey of self-discovery in India. His voice was originally provided by Ian McFadyen before being 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. Prior to retiring, he served in the Army. Laurie Newman voices Mort.

Brandy Cattle

Aunt Brandy Cattle is a Red Heeler, daughter of Mort, elder sibling to Chilli, and the maternal aunt of Bluey and Bingo. After being apart from Chilli for four years, she reappears in the episode "Onesies." It is suggested that she experienced difficulties with fertility, but by the time of "The Sign," she is shown to be expecting. 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. Although deceased before the series begins, she appears in Chilli’s recollections during the episode "Dragon," depicted as a nurturing figure who encourages Chilli’s artistic talents. The character is voiced by Kate Miller-Heidke.

Pat

Pat (Lucky’s father) is a Labrador Retriever who lives next door to the Heeler family. He is married to Janelle and father to Lucky and Chucky. Pat maintains a close friendship with the Heelers, frequently participating in their activities, and shares a bond with Bandit’s brother, Stripe. He and his family are supporters of the Maroons. Brad Elliott provides his voice.

Janelle

Janelle is a Labrador Retriever, wife of Pat and mother to Lucky and Chucky. Unlike her family members, she seldom takes part in neighbourhood games but is warm-hearted and adept at organizing celebrations such as birthday parties. She favors contemporary party styles over traditional ones, as demonstrated at Chucky’s celebration. Originally hailing from New South Wales, she individually supports the Blues, though she joins her family in cheering for the Wallabies. Her voice actor is Anna Daniels.

Lucky

Lucky is a Labrador Retriever and one of the Heeler family’s closest neighbours, being the eldest son of Pat and Janelle. He is lively, friendly, enjoys sports, and has many companions at Glasshouse Primary School. Lucky, along with his father and brother Chucky, supports the Maroons.

Chucky

Chucky is a Labrador Retriever, youngest son of Pat and Janelle. Like his brother Lucky, he is playful and kind-hearted but tends to be more sensitive. Less inclined towards physical activity, he prefers watching football and has shown an interest in it. During a State of Origin series, he opts to support the Maroons rather than his mother’s team, the Blues. Chucky owns a tennis ball launcher that he lends to Bluey. According to the book Where's Bluey? At Easter, he attends or visits Bingo’s kindergarten.

Wendy

Wendy is a Chow Chow who is Judo’s mother. Originally from England, she has an air of sophistication and initially appears somewhat reserved but eventually becomes involved in the Heeler family’s play. A decade-long practice of pilates keeps her exceptionally fit, allowing her to lift heavier individuals. She is compassionate, having prepared lasagnas for the Heelers following Bluey’s birth. Voiced by Emily Taheny, who took over from Beth Durack, Wendy speaks with a distinctive upper-class accent.

Judo

Judo is a Chow Chow who has been friends with Bluey and Bingo since they were very young. She tends to form close attachments to certain friends like Bluey, Bingo, and Pom Pom; however, her thick coat can be challenging to maintain. Initially somewhat bossy toward younger children, Judo gradually becomes more cooperative and develops stronger friendships with Bluey and Bingo. It is implied she may come from a divorced family due to her limited appearances accompanied only by Wendy. Charlotte Stent voices her character without adopting her mother’s refined English accent.

Doreen

Doreen is a senior Great Pyrenees who lives near the Heeler family. She is compassionate and frequently provides guidance, having developed greater confidence after Muffin helped her during a garage sale. Kelly Butler provides her voice.

Mackenzie

Mackenzie is a Border Collie originally from New Zealand who now resides in Australia. He is recognized for his kind nature and straightforward style in play, with notable skills in herding and leaping over sheep. Accompanied by his large dog Captain, Mackenzie's family supports the All Blacks, which he finds puzzling. Among his peers, including Coco, Jack, and Rusty, he shares a particularly strong friendship with Bluey. As a young pup, Mackenzie endured separation anxiety after being taken from his mother but eventually recovered. Joe Brumm based Mackenzie's character on Dog, a Border Collie featured in the New Zealand comic Footrot Flats.

Rusty

Rusty is an Australian Kelpie and counts among Bluey's closest companions as well as Jack Russell's best friend. Known for his athleticism and adventurous spirit, Rusty places great importance on friendship and family but can be headstrong. His group of friends includes Bluey, Mackenzie, Lucky, and Indy. Rusty dreams of joining the Australian national test cricket team—a dream he fulfills in adulthood. He has two siblings: an older brother named Digger and a younger sister called Dusty; their father serves in the military. Rusty's appearance closely resembles Bluey's; initially, the series centered on Rusty—named after Joe Brumm's childhood kelpie—but the focus shifted to Bluey during development.

Chloe

Chloe is a Dalmatian and one of Bluey's closest friends. She is intelligent, lively, and kind-hearted, with a baby brother at home. Chloe enjoys playing alongside Bluey and Bandit and often takes their imaginative game ideas back to her father Frank, who at first dismisses them as "silly" but later becomes involved. Like Judo, Charlotte Stent voices her.

Honey

Honey is a Beagle counted among Bluey's friends. She sports round glasses similar to those worn by her parents but speaks with an Australian accent rather than their British tones. Honey demonstrates kindness and confidence but occasionally finds it challenging to keep pace with Bluey's energetic games. The minisode "Alongside" showcases her organized habits, athletic abilities in football and netball, as well as her musical talents with piano and violin.

Coco

Coco is a Poodle who has been friends with Bluey since they were very young. She is gentle and amiable but can sometimes be impatient and controlling. Coco comes from a large family with eight siblings.

Snickers

Snickers is a Dachshund who has been a longtime companion of Bluey. Cheerful and sociable, he is aware of his slender frame and short legs, viewing these traits as both beneficial and limiting. Snickers particularly enjoys role-playing as a news reporter.

Indy

Indy is an Afghan Hound and one of Bluey's companions, recognized for her imaginative and lively nature. She follows a strict dietary regimen, excluding wheat, gluten, sugar, salt, dairy, and any foods containing additives. Among her closest friends are Bluey, Rusty, and Winton.

Jack Russell

Jack Russell is a Jack Russell Terrier and Rusty's closest companion who recently started attending Glasshouse Primary School. Hailing from Victoria, he is sociable and enjoys playing alongside Rusty, Mackenzie, and Bluey. Jack Russell has ADHD, which impacts his concentration and memory. He also has a younger sister named Lulu.

Winton

Winton is an English Bulldog who counts among Bluey's friends. At first, he found it challenging to respect others' personal boundaries but has shown progress. His parents are divorced, with his father now in a relationship with the mother of the Terriers.

The Terriers

The Terriers are triplet Schnauzer brothers who frequently engage in roleplaying as Roman soldiers. Their single mother is currently partnered with Cornelius, Winton's father.

Pretzel

Pretzel is a Chihuahua attending Bluey's class. Initially timid, he becomes more outgoing after observing his classmates working together. He owns a pet guinea pig that escaped. Dialogue suggests Pretzel has two mothers, representing the series' initial LGBTQ characters.

Lila

Lila is a Maltese and Bingo's closest friend. Though shy at first, she gains confidence after meeting Bingo. Their friendship endures through school years as depicted in "Daddy Dropoff." Like Bingo, Lila adores insects and notably rescues a caterpillar named "Flappy," which eventually transforms into a butterfly.

Missy

Missy is an Australian Terrier in Mrs. Retriever's kindergarten class and a friend to both Bluey and Bingo. Initially anxious during playtime, she gradually becomes more courageous. It is implied that Missy was adopted, as her mother appears to be a German Spitz, with no father shown in the series.

Buddy

Buddy is a Pug who belongs to Mrs. Retriever's kindergarten group. Recognizable by his loud breathing, he is often seen picking his nose, napping atop the slide, or staring blankly.

Bentley

Bentley is a small yet determined Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who eventually conquers the monkey bars. She has a twin sister named Zara.

Lulu Russell

Lulu Russell is a young Jack Russell Terrier and Jack's younger sibling. Originating from Victoria, Lulu is inquisitive and occasionally mischievous, often echoing what others say about them in a manner that can appear cheeky. Despite this trait, she shows strong affection for her friends and family. Early concepts for "Daddy Dropoff" indicated Lulu might become Bingo's best friend in place of Lila. The book Where's Bluey? At Easter suggests she attends or visits Bingo's kindergarten class.

Dusty

Dusty is a youthful Australian Kelpie and the youngest sibling of Rusty and Digger. Full of energy and enthusiasm, she delights in playing cricket with her family, especially when Rusty throws her a catch. She is also suggested to have a friendship with Dougie.

Digger

Digger is an adolescent Australian Kelpie and the oldest brother of Rusty and Dusty. Protective and nurturing, he allows Rusty to join his older peers for cricket games while cautioning him about faster deliveries. His friends include Captain, Mia, and a quick-bowling teen called Tiny.

Winnie

Winnie is a Chocolate Labrador who becomes friends with Bluey at the playground, where they engage in Café role-play with their fathers acting as customers. Their frequent playdates deepen the connection between their families, prompting Bandit to invite Winnie and another companion, Fido, for breakfast.

Jean-Luc

Jean-Luc is a Black Labrador from Canada who forms a friendship with Bluey during a camping trip. Despite Jean-Luc speaking French, which Bluey does not comprehend, they bond through shared play. After his departure, Bluey feels saddened but later reunites with Jean-Luc, who now speaks English.

Captain and Mia

Captain, an American Foxhound, and Mia, an English Setter aged twelve, serve as preteen "big buddies" to Mackenzie and Bluey. Although their charges are rivals, there is an implied mutual interest between Captain and Mia that leads to discussions about beginning high school. They attend school functions together, both enjoy cricket, and maintain friendships with Digger.

Tiny

Tiny is a teenage Great Dane who counts Captain, Mia, and Digger among his friends. As a cricket player known for his rapid bowling style, he notably dismissed Rusty early in one match.

Pom Pom

Pom Pom is a Pomeranian who counts among Bluey and Bingo’s circle of friends. Despite her small size, she exhibits toughness and has a distinctive 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle mix) who shares a stuffed turtle toy with Bingo. He communicates through Auslan (Australian Sign Language) and maintains friendships with Dusty and Bingo.

Calypso

Calypso is a blue merle Australian Shepherd serving as Bluey's school teacher, noted for her storytelling, singing, and creative teaching approaches. Voiced by Megan Washington.

Mrs. Retriever

Mrs. Retriever is a Golden Retriever responsible for teaching Bingo’s kindy class. She employs a bilby puppet named Bob Bilby that students take home for adventures documented in a class journal. Voiced by Ann Kerr.

Rusty's family

Rusty's parents are Red Kelpies; his father, voiced by Anthony Field, serves in the Australian Army and is sometimes away on patrol duties. His mother, with the voice of Jane Hall, is recognized for her swift reactions when work is interrupted. Together, they raise three children: Digger, Rusty, and Dusty.

Honey's family

Honey's parents, Marcus (voiced by Charlie Aspinwall) and Daisy (voiced by Sam Moor), originate from the United Kingdom and speak with British accents. Marcus works as an archaeologist alongside Bandit, while Daisy enjoys organizing tea parties.

Maynard

Maynard is an elderly and quirky Irish Wolfhound who lives next door to Mort Cattle. His voice is provided by Sean Choolburra.

Fido

Fido, a Chocolate Labrador, becomes friends with Bandit at a playground. Their daughters, Winnie and Bluey, include them as customers in their Café role-play. The two fathers share a playful camaraderie. Voiced by Eliot Fish.

Cornelius

Cornelius is an English Bulldog and father to Winton. Recently separated, he often feels "lonely all the time." Motivated by their children, he starts dating the Terriers' mother and may move in with her. Voiced by Jake Bresanello.

Dougie's Mum

Dougie's Mum, a Cavapoo, communicates with her deaf son using Auslan. Her voice is performed by Miranda Tapsell.

Busker

The Busker is an Irish Terrier musician who provides music lessons and officiated the wedding of Radley and Frisky. He is modeled after and voiced by the series’ composer, Joff Bush.

Distinguished guests

• Surfer (voiced by Layne Beachley), a Rough Collie who loves surfing.
• Postie (voiced by Anthony Field), a Catahoula Leopard Dog postal worker.
• Jack's Mum and Dad (voiced by Zoë Foster Blake and Hamish Blake), Jack Russell Terrier parents of 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 puppies; she is friends with Chilli.
• Yoga Instructor (voiced by Eva Mendes), a Saluki whose yoga classes inspire Chilli.
• Whale Documentary Narrator (voiced by Natalie Portman), narrates a whale documentary viewed by Bluey and Bingo.
• Major Tom (voiced by Lin-Manuel Miranda), a Brown Icelandic horse neighbor near Bluey's school featured in Calypso’s tale.
• Grumpy Pug (voiced by Margot Knight), a cantankerous pug found 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), originally interested buyers of the Heeler residence who switch their preference to Cornelius’ house due to its pool.
• Policeman (voiced by Joel Edgerton), a German Shepherd who verifies Bluey’s eligibility to sit in the front passenger seat.
• Television Commentator (voiced by Kurt Fearnley), provides coverage of a wheelchair race that Bandit watches.

External links

• Official website character profiles

Character	Voice Actor	Breed	Episode Appearances
			Debut	Season 1	Season 2	Season 3
Principal 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"
Heeler and Cattle extended family
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	(Series 1) Ian McFadyen, (Series 3) Sam Simmons	White Heeler		colspan="3"
Mort Cattle	(Laurie Newman)	"Grandad"		colspan=2
Aunt Brandy Cattle	(Rose Byrne)	"Onesies"		colspan=1
Chilli's Mum	(Kate Miller-Heidke)	"Dragon"		colspan=1
Neighbours
Pat	(Brad Elliot)	"Keepy Uppy"	colspan=3
Janelle	(Anna Daniels)	"Pass the Parcel"
Lucky	(Unknown)	"Keepy Uppy"	colspan=3
Chucky	"Pass the Parcel"
Wendy	(Beth Durack / Emily Taheny)	"Fairies"	colspan=3
Judo	(Charlotte Stent)	"Butterflies"	colspan=3
Doreen	(Kelly Butler)	"Great Pyrenees"	"Bin Night"		colspan=2
Classmates of Bluey
Mackenzie	(Unknown)	"Fruitbat"	colspan=3
Rusty	"Calypso"	colspan=3
Chloe	(Charlotte Stent)	"Dalmatian"	"Bike"	colspan=3
Honey	(Unknown)	"Beagle"	"Spy Game"	colspan=3
Coco	"Shadowlands"	colspan=3
Snickers	"Shadowlands"	colspan=3
Indy	"Calypso"	colspan=3
Jack Russell	"Army"		colspan=2
Winton	"Markets"	colspan=3
Pretzel	"Calypso"	colspan=3
The Terriers	"Calypso"	colspan=3