Quiet Game (Bluey)
| Industry | Television animation |
|---|---|
| Founded | October 1, 2018 |
| Founder | Joe Brumm |
| Headquarters | Brisbane , Australia |
Area served | Australia, international |
Key people | Joe Brumm (developer), Richard Jeffery (director), Joff Bush (composer) |
| Products | Animated television series, DVDs, picture books |
| Owner | Ludo Studio, BBC Studios (distribution and merchandising rights) |
| Parent | Ludo Studio |
Bluey is an Australian animated television program designed for preschool audiences that first aired on ABC Kids on 1 October 2018. Developed by Joe Brumm in partnership with Queensland-based production company Ludo Studio, the narrative centers on Bluey, a lively six-year-old Blue Heeler puppy celebrated for her boundless imagination, curiosity, and enthusiasm.[1] She shares her home with her father Bandit, mother Chilli, and younger sibling Bingo, all of whom participate in her creative adventures.[1] The cast features a variety of dog breeds, some of which are modeled after Brumm’s own dogs from his youth.[2] The series highlights themes such as nurturing family bonds, Australian cultural elements, and the significance of play.[1][3][4] Set and produced in Queensland, the city of Brisbane serves as its inspiration.[5] The show was jointly commissioned by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and the BBC.[1] Global distribution and merchandising rights are managed by BBC Studios.[1] In 2019, international broadcasting rights were secured by The Walt Disney Company.[6]
Since its premiere on 1 October 2018, Bluey has broadcast a total of 154 episodes spanning three seasons. The series includes special episodes centered around holidays such as Christmas ("Verandah Santa," "Christmas Swim"), Easter ("Easter"), and Father's Day ("Perfect").[7][8][9][10] A unique 28-minute installment titled "The Sign" debuted during the third season.[11] Throughout 2024, brief "Minisodes" ranging from one to three minutes have been released.[12][13] Announced in December 2024, a full-length feature film is planned for global release in 2027,[14] with Brumm confirming it will mark his final writing contribution before stepping down.[15]
Director Richard Jeffery earned an Australian Directors' Guild Award in 2021 for the episode "Sleepytime," which also secured the 2022 Prix Jeunesse International Award in the TV – Up to 6 Years Fiction category.[16][17] Composer Joff Bush received nominations at the APRA Screen Music Awards for his work on "Teasing" (2019) and "Flat Pack" (2020).[18][19] The episode "Cricket" garnered significant acclaim from sports media outlets.[20] Several episodes have been adapted into picture books, including "The Beach," which won both the Australian Book Industry Awards for Book of the Year and Children's Picture Book of the Year (Ages 0–6) in 2020.[21][22] Additionally, episodes are available on DVD within Australia through distribution by BBC Studios.[23]
Series overview
Series 1 (2018–2019)
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Series 2 (2020–2021)
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Minisodes (2024)
A total of twenty short episodes, known as "Minisodes," each ranging from one to three minutes in duration, were created. The initial seven episodes were first broadcast in Australia in June 2024, with an international release following in July. Subsequently, seven more aired in October, and the final six debuted in December 2024.
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Ratings
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- Episodes 1 through 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 through 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 through 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 through 35: "Bluey, Sleepytime and Other Stories". iTunes. Apple Inc. 2020. Archived from the original on 2 July 2021. Retrieved 21 August 2021.
- Episodes 36 through 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 through 52: "Bluey, Baby Race and Other Stories". iTunes. Apple Inc. 2020. Archived from the original on 30 October 2021. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
- ↑ 26.0 26.1 Sources for Australian premiere dates:
- Episodes 1 through 7: "Bluey Minisodes: Premiering on Sunday 16 June from 8am on ABC Kids and ABC iview". ABC Help Centre. Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 14 June 2024. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
- Episodes 8 through 14: "Bluey Minisodes: Batch Two is Coming Soon!". Bluey Official Website. BBC Studios. 5 September 2024. Retrieved 7 September 2024.
- Episodes 15 through 20: "Bluey Minisodes: Batch Three Revealed!". Bluey Official Website. BBC Studios. 5 September 2024. Retrieved 18 November 2024.