Onesies (Bluey)
| Company type | Television program |
|---|---|
| Industry | Animation, Children's entertainment |
| Founded | October 1, 2018 |
| Founder | Joe Brumm |
| Headquarters | Brisbane, Queensland , Australia |
Area served | Australia, International |
Key people | Joe Brumm (creator), Richard Jeffery (director), Joff Bush (composer) |
| Products | Animated television series, picture books, DVDs |
| Parent | Ludo Studio, Australian Broadcasting Corporation, British Broadcasting Corporation, BBC Studios, The Walt Disney Company (international rights) |
Bluey is an Australian animated program designed for preschool audiences that first aired on ABC Kids on 1 October 2018. Developed by Joe Brumm in collaboration with Queensland-based Ludo Studio, the narrative centers on Bluey, a lively six-year-old Blue Heeler puppy celebrated for her vibrant imagination, boundless energy, and inquisitive nature. Bluey's household includes her father, Bandit; mother, Chilli; and her younger sibling, Bingo, who often participates alongside her in creative play. The supporting cast features a variety of dog breeds, some inspired by Brumm's own childhood pets. The series highlights themes such as nurturing family relationships, Australian cultural elements, and the vital role of play during early childhood development. Produced in Queensland with Brisbane serving as a creative muse, the show was jointly commissioned by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and the British Broadcasting Corporation, while BBC Studios manages its international distribution and merchandising efforts. In 2019, global rights were secured by The Walt Disney Company.
Since its launch, Bluey has broadcast a total of 154 episodes across three seasons, including special holiday-themed installments like Christmas ("Verandah Santa" and "Christmas Swim"), Easter ("Easter"), and Father's Day ("Perfect"). The third season introduced an extended 28-minute special titled "The Sign". Throughout 2024, short "Minisodes" ranging from one to three minutes have been released. A feature film was announced in December 2024 with plans for worldwide distribution in 2027, representing creator Joe Brumm's final writing contribution before his departure.
Director Richard Jeffery earned 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. Composer Joff Bush received nominations for APRA Screen Music Awards for his work on "Teasing" (2019) and "Flat Pack" (2020). The episode "Cricket" garnered significant acclaim from sports journalists worldwide. Several episodes have been transformed into picture books, notably "The Beach," which won the Australian Book Industry Awards for Book of the Year and Children's Picture Book of the Year (Ages 0–6) in 2020. Selected episodes are also available on DVD in Australia through BBC Studios.
Series overview
Series 2 (2020–2021)
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Series 3 (2021–2024)
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Minisodes (2024)
A collection of twenty brief episodes known as "Minisodes," each ranging from one to three minutes in length, was created. These were released in three separate groups: the first set of seven debuted in Australia during June 2024 followed by an international release in July; a second batch of seven aired in October; and the final six were distributed in December 2024.
Ratings
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References
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External links
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- Episodes 1 to 8: "Bluey, Dance Mode and Other Stories". iTunes. Apple Inc. 2020. Archived from the original on 2 July 2021. Retrieved 28 November 2020.
- Episodes 9 to 16: "Bluey, Sticky Gecko and Other Stories". iTunes. Apple Inc. 2020. Archived from the original on 2 July 2021. Retrieved 28 November 2020.
- Episodes 17 to 25: "Bluey, Queens and Other Stories". iTunes. Apple Inc. 2021. Archived from the original on 2 July 2021. Retrieved 2 April 2021.
- Episodes 26, 28 to 35: "Bluey, Sleepytime and Other Stories". iTunes. Apple Inc. 2020. Archived from the original on 2 July 2021. Retrieved 21 August 2021.
- Episodes 36 to 44: "Bluey, Muffin Cone and Other Stories". iTunes. Apple Inc. 2020. Archived from the original on 26 October 2021. Retrieved 26 October 2021.
- Episodes 45 to 52: "Bluey, Baby Race and Other Stories". iTunes. Apple Inc. 2020. Archived from the original on 30 October 2021. Retrieved 30 October 2021.