Many ‘Bluey’ fans have been worried that there won’t be any new content for a while; it seems that ‘Bluey’ will return after all. Disney Branded Television has announced that new mini-episodes or “minisodes” of the show will begin in July on Disney Jr. and Disney+.
Show creator Joe Brumm wrote the new shorter episodes, which were produced by Ludo Studio. Each will be one to three minutes long, and there will be 20 episodes in total.
According to a Disney press release, “The “Bluey Minisodes” highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of “Bluey.”
The normal episodes of the show are several minutes long, and the most recent special, “The Sign,” is 28 minutes long. Brumm has alluded to the studio doing longer ‘Bluey’ content like a film, but these shorts will have to sustain...
Show creator Joe Brumm wrote the new shorter episodes, which were produced by Ludo Studio. Each will be one to three minutes long, and there will be 20 episodes in total.
According to a Disney press release, “The “Bluey Minisodes” highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of “Bluey.”
The normal episodes of the show are several minutes long, and the most recent special, “The Sign,” is 28 minutes long. Brumm has alluded to the studio doing longer ‘Bluey’ content like a film, but these shorts will have to sustain...
- 5/10/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
Can’t get enough of Bluey? Then you’re in luck, because Disney+ and Disney Jr. will roll out a series of “minisodes” beginning this July.
The 20 one- to three-minute shorts “highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of Bluey,” per the official description. Bluey creator Joe Brumm penned the new installments.
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The 20 one- to three-minute shorts “highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of Bluey,” per the official description. Bluey creator Joe Brumm penned the new installments.
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- 5/9/2024
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
The Peabody Awards has revealed its 2024 winners, with Bluey, The Bear, The Last of Us and Fellow Travelers among the high-profile projects set to receive awards.
Other noteworthy winners among the 34 award recipients include Judy Blume Forever, 20 Days in Mariupol, All the Beauty and The Bloodshed, Bobi Wine: The People’s President, Dead Ringers, Jury Duty, Reality and Somebody Somewhere.
Last Week Tonight was also honored with its third Peabody award, while Reservation Dogs won its second Peabody.
Peabody is also honoring Star Trek with its Institutional Award and Witness with its first Global Impact Award, the organization announced Thursday.
The 84th annual Peabody Awards winners will be celebrated at a June 9 awards show in Los Angeles hosted by Kumail Nanjiani.
A full list of the 2024 Peabody Award winners, along with jurors’ comments about each selection and presented in alphabetical order by category, follows.
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Other noteworthy winners among the 34 award recipients include Judy Blume Forever, 20 Days in Mariupol, All the Beauty and The Bloodshed, Bobi Wine: The People’s President, Dead Ringers, Jury Duty, Reality and Somebody Somewhere.
Last Week Tonight was also honored with its third Peabody award, while Reservation Dogs won its second Peabody.
Peabody is also honoring Star Trek with its Institutional Award and Witness with its first Global Impact Award, the organization announced Thursday.
The 84th annual Peabody Awards winners will be celebrated at a June 9 awards show in Los Angeles hosted by Kumail Nanjiani.
A full list of the 2024 Peabody Award winners, along with jurors’ comments about each selection and presented in alphabetical order by category, follows.
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Can You Bring It: Bill T. Jones...
- 5/9/2024
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The winners of the 84th Peabody Awards are out, and the list includes Emmy favorites The Bear, The Last of Us and Last Week Tonight with John Oliver along with other TV shows including the now-wrapped Reservation Dogs, kids toon sensation Bluey, breakout prank-umentary Jury Duty and the Oscar-winning Ukraine War documentary 20 Days in Mariupol.
Winners will be feted June 9 at the Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles — its first in-person ceremony since 2019, hosted by Kumail Nanjiani. See the full list below; the 2024 nominees are here.
The beloved, enduring sci-fi franchise Star Trek is set for the 2024 Institutional Award, which recognizes institutions, organizations, series or programs for their body of work and their lasting impact on the media landscape and the public imagination.
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Winners will be feted June 9 at the Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles — its first in-person ceremony since 2019, hosted by Kumail Nanjiani. See the full list below; the 2024 nominees are here.
The beloved, enduring sci-fi franchise Star Trek is set for the 2024 Institutional Award, which recognizes institutions, organizations, series or programs for their body of work and their lasting impact on the media landscape and the public imagination.
Related: Peabody Adds More A-List TV Execs To Board Of Directors Posts; UTA’s David Kramer New West Coast Chair
Witness, the international rights group that assists...
- 5/9/2024
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
The Peabody Awards have chosen its 2024 winners, with projects like “The Bear,” “Fellow Travelers,” and “Reality” all making the cut.
The 34 winners were each chosen by a unanimous vote of the 32 members of the Peabody Awards Board of Jurors from over 1,100 entries from television, podcasts/radio, and the web/digital in entertainment, news, documentary, arts, children’s/youth, public service, and interactive programming. Of the 34 projects highlighted, HBO/Max has the most with seven wins, followed by PBS with five wins, Amazon MGM Studios with three wins, and The Washington Post and FX with two wins each.
“Whether courageously documenting wars across the globe or cleverly bringing much needed smiles to our faces, the winners of the 84th Peabody Awards each crafted compelling and imaginative stories,” said Jeffrey Jones, executive director of Peabody, via statement. “Spanning a wide range of mediums and genres, they delivered enthralling projects that are worthy of our highest recognition.
The 34 winners were each chosen by a unanimous vote of the 32 members of the Peabody Awards Board of Jurors from over 1,100 entries from television, podcasts/radio, and the web/digital in entertainment, news, documentary, arts, children’s/youth, public service, and interactive programming. Of the 34 projects highlighted, HBO/Max has the most with seven wins, followed by PBS with five wins, Amazon MGM Studios with three wins, and The Washington Post and FX with two wins each.
“Whether courageously documenting wars across the globe or cleverly bringing much needed smiles to our faces, the winners of the 84th Peabody Awards each crafted compelling and imaginative stories,” said Jeffrey Jones, executive director of Peabody, via statement. “Spanning a wide range of mediums and genres, they delivered enthralling projects that are worthy of our highest recognition.
- 5/9/2024
- by Marcus Jones
- Indiewire
Disney Branded Television has announced brand-new “Bluey Minisodes” which will start rolling out this July on Disney Jr. and Disney+. The collection includes 20 one- to three-minute shorts written by “Bluey” creator Joe Brumm and produced by Ludo Studio. The “Bluey Minisodes” highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of “Bluey.” Global phenomenon “Bluey” premiered its first extended-length special, “The Sign,” in April. It ranks as both the most-viewed “Bluey” and Disney Jr. episode premiere ever, with 10.4 million views**. Created and written by Joe ... Read more...
- 5/9/2024
- by Thomas Miller
- Seat42F
More Bluey is coming to Disney Jr. and Disney+. Bluey creator Joe Brumm has written 20 one-to-three-minute shorts set to begin rolling out in July.
Produced by Ludo Studio, “The “Bluey Minisodes” highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of Bluey,” Disney says.
Global phenom Bluey premiered its first extended-length special, The Sign, in April, which ranks as both the most-viewed Bluey and Disney Jr. episode premiere ever, with 10.4 million views, according to Nielsen.
Created and written by Joe Brumm, the series follows Bluey, a lovable and inexhaustible blue heeler dog who lives with her Mum, Dad, and little sister, Bingo. Bluey uses her limitless energy to play games that unfold in unpredictable and hilarious ways, bringing her family and the whole neighborhood into her world of fun.
Produced by Ludo Studio for the Australian Broadcasting...
Produced by Ludo Studio, “The “Bluey Minisodes” highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of Bluey,” Disney says.
Global phenom Bluey premiered its first extended-length special, The Sign, in April, which ranks as both the most-viewed Bluey and Disney Jr. episode premiere ever, with 10.4 million views, according to Nielsen.
Created and written by Joe Brumm, the series follows Bluey, a lovable and inexhaustible blue heeler dog who lives with her Mum, Dad, and little sister, Bingo. Bluey uses her limitless energy to play games that unfold in unpredictable and hilarious ways, bringing her family and the whole neighborhood into her world of fun.
Produced by Ludo Studio for the Australian Broadcasting...
- 5/9/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
American Bluey fans can finally watch “Dad Baby.”
The episode of the hit Australian animated children’s series wasn’t included on Disney+, but the episode made its way to Bluey‘s official YouTube page on May 1.
In the episode, Bluey’s little sister Bingo finds a baby carrier, which was previously used by their dad Bandit to carry her around. When Bingo gets in, the children pretend Bandit is pregnant. The dad acts out symptoms of pregnancy, from cravings to aches, and gives “birth” to Bingo in an inflatable pool.
Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter in 2023, the series’ creator Joe Brumm noted that while some episodes like “Dad Baby” don’t “get shown in America, he felt that this episode was too special to not make. “What are you going to do, not make ‘Dad Baby’? I love it,” Brumm said.
Disney+ has not confirmed why the episode wasn...
The episode of the hit Australian animated children’s series wasn’t included on Disney+, but the episode made its way to Bluey‘s official YouTube page on May 1.
In the episode, Bluey’s little sister Bingo finds a baby carrier, which was previously used by their dad Bandit to carry her around. When Bingo gets in, the children pretend Bandit is pregnant. The dad acts out symptoms of pregnancy, from cravings to aches, and gives “birth” to Bingo in an inflatable pool.
Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter in 2023, the series’ creator Joe Brumm noted that while some episodes like “Dad Baby” don’t “get shown in America, he felt that this episode was too special to not make. “What are you going to do, not make ‘Dad Baby’? I love it,” Brumm said.
Disney+ has not confirmed why the episode wasn...
- 5/2/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The controversial Bluey episode, “Dad Baby,” has never been shown on Disney+ along with the rest of the popular children’s series’s episodes. There is one episode that Disney+ banned, although the streaming service never explained why. However, that episode is now online for anyone to stream and see what the big deal is.
Here is how to watch “Dad Baby” online and why the Bluey episode isn’t on Disney+
Why Was Bluey ‘Dad Baby’ Banned On Disney+?
When scrolling through Bluey episodes on Disney+, fans will notice one episode missing. This is the episode “Dad Baby.” The streaming service has offered no reason why it isn’t on Disney+, but many fans feel that the reason is the plot.
In “Dad Baby,” Chilli and Bandit are in the living room relaxing when Bingo comes in with something and asks what it is. Bandi says it is a baby carrier,...
Here is how to watch “Dad Baby” online and why the Bluey episode isn’t on Disney+
Why Was Bluey ‘Dad Baby’ Banned On Disney+?
When scrolling through Bluey episodes on Disney+, fans will notice one episode missing. This is the episode “Dad Baby.” The streaming service has offered no reason why it isn’t on Disney+, but many fans feel that the reason is the plot.
In “Dad Baby,” Chilli and Bandit are in the living room relaxing when Bingo comes in with something and asks what it is. Bandi says it is a baby carrier,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Shawn Lealos
- TV Shows Ace
Big news for little ones (and their parents): A long-missing episode of Bluey is now available to watch Stateside.
“Dad Baby,” a Season 2 installment of the beloved animated series, can be viewed at Bluey‘s official YouTube channel (or via the embedded video above) as of Wednesday. It’s currently the only Bluey episode missing from Disney+’s offering of the series.
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“Dad Baby,” a Season 2 installment of the beloved animated series, can be viewed at Bluey‘s official YouTube channel (or via the embedded video above) as of Wednesday. It’s currently the only Bluey episode missing from Disney+’s offering of the series.
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- 5/2/2024
- by Rebecca Iannucci
- TVLine.com
The much-discussed special episode of Bluey is also the most watched episode of the show on Disney+.
The April 14 installment of the beloved preschool series, “The Sign,” racked up 10.4 million views worldwide on Disney+ in the week after its release, the streamer says. (The view count is the total viewing time divided by running time.) That’s the biggest tune-in for any Bluey episode — or that of any other Disney Junior show — on Disney+.
With a running time of 28 minutes (about three times a typical episode’s length), the 10.4 million views for “The Sign” translates to about 291.2 million minutes of viewing across the globe. In just the United States, Bluey’s full, 150-episode library draws an average of 1.19 billion minutes of viewing per week, according to Nielsen’s streaming ratings — slightly under 8 million minutes per episode.
The special drew heaps of critical acclaim for its storyline centering on the Heeler...
The April 14 installment of the beloved preschool series, “The Sign,” racked up 10.4 million views worldwide on Disney+ in the week after its release, the streamer says. (The view count is the total viewing time divided by running time.) That’s the biggest tune-in for any Bluey episode — or that of any other Disney Junior show — on Disney+.
With a running time of 28 minutes (about three times a typical episode’s length), the 10.4 million views for “The Sign” translates to about 291.2 million minutes of viewing across the globe. In just the United States, Bluey’s full, 150-episode library draws an average of 1.19 billion minutes of viewing per week, according to Nielsen’s streaming ratings — slightly under 8 million minutes per episode.
The special drew heaps of critical acclaim for its storyline centering on the Heeler...
- 4/22/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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“Bluey” special “The Sign” has scored 10.4 million views globally in its first seven days of streaming on Disney+, becoming the platform’s most-viewed Disney Junior title and episode of the show ever.
The series, which was the second-most streamed show of 2023 with 43.9 billion minutes viewed according to Nielsen, consistently falls in the top 5 series on Disney+ by monthly views.
Disney defines a view as total stream time divided by runtime.
“Bluey,” created and written by Joe Brumm, follows the adventures of a Blue Heeler puppy who lives with her mom, dad and sister and whose energy and lovable spirit gets her into all kinds of funny and unpredictable situations.
“The Sign,” which aired on April 14, follows Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli as they prepare to sell their home in Brisbane.
“Bluey” special “The Sign” has scored 10.4 million views globally in its first seven days of streaming on Disney+, becoming the platform’s most-viewed Disney Junior title and episode of the show ever.
The series, which was the second-most streamed show of 2023 with 43.9 billion minutes viewed according to Nielsen, consistently falls in the top 5 series on Disney+ by monthly views.
Disney defines a view as total stream time divided by runtime.
“Bluey,” created and written by Joe Brumm, follows the adventures of a Blue Heeler puppy who lives with her mom, dad and sister and whose energy and lovable spirit gets her into all kinds of funny and unpredictable situations.
“The Sign,” which aired on April 14, follows Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli as they prepare to sell their home in Brisbane.
- 4/22/2024
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Disney+ will hardly be feeling blue after seeing the viewership for the “Bluey” special episode “The Sign.”
According to the Mouse House, the special has drawn 10.4 million views globally in its first seven days of availability. It first became available on Disney+ on April 14, with a view defined as total stream time divided by runtime. It is also the most-viewed Disney Junior episode premiere and biggest “Bluey” episode premiere ever on Disney+.
“Bluey” has proven to be a smash hit on streaming, with the show ranking as the second most-streamed show of 2023 according to the Nielsen rankings, with 43.9 billion minutes viewed. Over 150 episodes have been made to date, though each episode typically runs less than 10 minutes, further cementing just how popular the show is. “The Sign,” by comparison, was 28 minutes long.
The viewership news also comes after Disney announced a special surprise episode of the show would be debuting on April 21 on Disney+, Disney Junior,...
According to the Mouse House, the special has drawn 10.4 million views globally in its first seven days of availability. It first became available on Disney+ on April 14, with a view defined as total stream time divided by runtime. It is also the most-viewed Disney Junior episode premiere and biggest “Bluey” episode premiere ever on Disney+.
“Bluey” has proven to be a smash hit on streaming, with the show ranking as the second most-streamed show of 2023 according to the Nielsen rankings, with 43.9 billion minutes viewed. Over 150 episodes have been made to date, though each episode typically runs less than 10 minutes, further cementing just how popular the show is. “The Sign,” by comparison, was 28 minutes long.
The viewership news also comes after Disney announced a special surprise episode of the show would be debuting on April 21 on Disney+, Disney Junior,...
- 4/22/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
The Bluey-mania continues.
The series’ first special, titled “The Sign,” made its Disney+ debut on April 14. After seven days of viewing, the episode drove 10.4M views globally, according to the streamer.
In fact, the company says that’s the largest seven-day premiere audience for any Disney Junior episode — and any episode of Bluey — ever on Disney+.
Disney+ rarely releases viewership figures, and this is the first time the streamer has done so for Bluey. However, the company did reveal Monday that it is consistently among the top five series on Disney+ by monthly views.
This is expected, considering the huge numbers that Bluey generates on the Nielsen streaming charts. Just last month, Bluey had another billion-minute week, this time attracting 1.047B minutes during the week of March 18 to 24, which is the 13th consecutive week with 1B+ viewing minutes for the series.
Created and written by Joe Brumm, the series follows Bluey,...
The series’ first special, titled “The Sign,” made its Disney+ debut on April 14. After seven days of viewing, the episode drove 10.4M views globally, according to the streamer.
In fact, the company says that’s the largest seven-day premiere audience for any Disney Junior episode — and any episode of Bluey — ever on Disney+.
Disney+ rarely releases viewership figures, and this is the first time the streamer has done so for Bluey. However, the company did reveal Monday that it is consistently among the top five series on Disney+ by monthly views.
This is expected, considering the huge numbers that Bluey generates on the Nielsen streaming charts. Just last month, Bluey had another billion-minute week, this time attracting 1.047B minutes during the week of March 18 to 24, which is the 13th consecutive week with 1B+ viewing minutes for the series.
Created and written by Joe Brumm, the series follows Bluey,...
- 4/22/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
It seems Disney and Ludo Studios have one more trick up their sleeve. Everyone thought the 28-minute “The Sign” special was the final “Bluey” episode before the studio put it on hiatus. But now, one more episode, “Surprise,” will debut tomorrow, April 21.
Disney+ will start streaming “Surprise” at 12 Am Pst / 3 Am Est. Disney Junior will air the episode at 7 Am Pst / 10 Am Est and on the Disney Channel at 7:30 Am Pst / 10:30 Am Est.
The new episode synopsis reads:
“Bluey and Bingo want Dad to play two different games, so Dad tries to play both at the same time.”
The Hollywood Reporter said that creator Joe Brumm told them that ““Surprise” ensures that “The Sign” isn’t the last episode of the series.”
But recently, it was reported that “Bluey” was not canceled but was simply on a break while the studio does a show about a boy on...
Disney+ will start streaming “Surprise” at 12 Am Pst / 3 Am Est. Disney Junior will air the episode at 7 Am Pst / 10 Am Est and on the Disney Channel at 7:30 Am Pst / 10:30 Am Est.
The new episode synopsis reads:
“Bluey and Bingo want Dad to play two different games, so Dad tries to play both at the same time.”
The Hollywood Reporter said that creator Joe Brumm told them that ““Surprise” ensures that “The Sign” isn’t the last episode of the series.”
But recently, it was reported that “Bluey” was not canceled but was simply on a break while the studio does a show about a boy on...
- 4/20/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
Only days after fans began to worry that “Bluey” had either ended or was about to end, the show will be back for a surprise new episode on Disney+. The episode, aptly titled “Surprise,” will be available at midnight Pacific on Saturday night, 3 a.m. Sunday morning Eastern.
The episode will also air on Disney Junior at 7 a.m. Pt and again throughout the day. The show follows the endearing adventures of Bluey, a Blue Heeler dog who lives with her mom, dad and sister — beloved by both children, parents and a number of others drawn to its warm-hearted fun.
“Bluey” is kicking off 2024 as the No. 1 most-streamed series across all audiences.
In the extended-length special “The Sign,” Bluey and her family were still coming to terms with the decision to sell their home… but then it didn’t end up happening, and the family decided to stay. No details have been given about “Surprise,...
The episode will also air on Disney Junior at 7 a.m. Pt and again throughout the day. The show follows the endearing adventures of Bluey, a Blue Heeler dog who lives with her mom, dad and sister — beloved by both children, parents and a number of others drawn to its warm-hearted fun.
“Bluey” is kicking off 2024 as the No. 1 most-streamed series across all audiences.
In the extended-length special “The Sign,” Bluey and her family were still coming to terms with the decision to sell their home… but then it didn’t end up happening, and the family decided to stay. No details have been given about “Surprise,...
- 4/20/2024
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
Disney+ has more Bluey and is premiering a new episode on Sunday, April 21 at 12 a.m. Pt titled “Surprise.”
The episode will also air on Disney Junior at 7 a.m. Pt and on Disney Channel at 7:30 a.m. Pt, with multiple airings throughout the day.
“Surprise” comes after the April 7 episode “Ghostbasket” and the super-sized special “The Sign,” which captivated audiences around the world.
Created and written by Joe Brumm, the series follows Bluey, a lovable and inexhaustible Blue Heeler dog who lives with her Mum, Dad, and little sister, Bingo. Bluey uses her limitless energy to play games that unfold in unpredictable and hilarious ways, bringing her family and the whole neighborhood into her world of fun.
Brumm recently opened up about what inspired Bluey, telling The Guardian that the comedy Gavin and Stacey “was influential in a big way.”
“I loved how it genuinely crossed generations, like...
The episode will also air on Disney Junior at 7 a.m. Pt and on Disney Channel at 7:30 a.m. Pt, with multiple airings throughout the day.
“Surprise” comes after the April 7 episode “Ghostbasket” and the super-sized special “The Sign,” which captivated audiences around the world.
Created and written by Joe Brumm, the series follows Bluey, a lovable and inexhaustible Blue Heeler dog who lives with her Mum, Dad, and little sister, Bingo. Bluey uses her limitless energy to play games that unfold in unpredictable and hilarious ways, bringing her family and the whole neighborhood into her world of fun.
Brumm recently opened up about what inspired Bluey, telling The Guardian that the comedy Gavin and Stacey “was influential in a big way.”
“I loved how it genuinely crossed generations, like...
- 4/20/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
“Bluey” has returned for a surprise episode set to drop this weekend.
Appropriately titled “Surprise,” little is known about this sneaky new episode. Will the latest edition to the Bluey-verse emotionally devastate the parents of the world, similar to last weekend’s TV special?
Details are scarce, but what we do know is that the brand-new episode will premiere on Sunday, April 21, on Disney+ at 12 a.m. Pt and will also air on Disney Junior at 7 a.m. Pt and on the Disney Channel at 7:30 a.m. Pt.
Created by Joe Brumm, “Bluey” centers around a family of dogs named the Heelers (who also happen to be Blue Heelers). Bluey lives with her sister Bingo, her mother Chilli, and her father Bandit in Brisbane, Australia. Together, the Heeler family spends most episodes tackling the simple challenges of life. But even the simplest of tasks is made uniquely adorable...
Appropriately titled “Surprise,” little is known about this sneaky new episode. Will the latest edition to the Bluey-verse emotionally devastate the parents of the world, similar to last weekend’s TV special?
Details are scarce, but what we do know is that the brand-new episode will premiere on Sunday, April 21, on Disney+ at 12 a.m. Pt and will also air on Disney Junior at 7 a.m. Pt and on the Disney Channel at 7:30 a.m. Pt.
Created by Joe Brumm, “Bluey” centers around a family of dogs named the Heelers (who also happen to be Blue Heelers). Bluey lives with her sister Bingo, her mother Chilli, and her father Bandit in Brisbane, Australia. Together, the Heeler family spends most episodes tackling the simple challenges of life. But even the simplest of tasks is made uniquely adorable...
- 4/20/2024
- by Meredith Woerner
- Variety Film + TV
It turns out “The Sign,” the widely discussed and critically adored Bluey special, wasn’t a series finale after all.
The beloved kids’ show has at least one more episode in it — and it’s set to debut on April 21. The episode, appropriately titled “Surprise,” is set to stream on Disney+ at 3 a.m. Et/midnight Pt Sunday. It will also debut on-air at 10 a.m. Et/7 a.m. Pt on Disney Junior and a half-hour later on Disney Channel, with multiple re-airings later in the day. A description of “Surprise” reads, “Bluey and Bingo want dad to play two different games, so dad tries to play both at the same time.”
The new episode comes a week after “The Sign,” a special, 28-minute installment of the beloved kids’ show debuted (most Bluey episodes run under 10 minutes). The special drew waves of critical praise for its emotional storyline centering on...
The beloved kids’ show has at least one more episode in it — and it’s set to debut on April 21. The episode, appropriately titled “Surprise,” is set to stream on Disney+ at 3 a.m. Et/midnight Pt Sunday. It will also debut on-air at 10 a.m. Et/7 a.m. Pt on Disney Junior and a half-hour later on Disney Channel, with multiple re-airings later in the day. A description of “Surprise” reads, “Bluey and Bingo want dad to play two different games, so dad tries to play both at the same time.”
The new episode comes a week after “The Sign,” a special, 28-minute installment of the beloved kids’ show debuted (most Bluey episodes run under 10 minutes). The special drew waves of critical praise for its emotional storyline centering on...
- 4/20/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Fans of the immensely popular Australian cartoon Bluey are in for a nice weekend treat.
A new episode, aptly titled “Surprise,” will debut this Sunday, April 21 on Disney+. It will also air on Disney Junior at 7 a.m. Pt and on Disney Channel at 7:30 a.m. Pt, with multiple re-airings throughout the day.
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A new episode, aptly titled “Surprise,” will debut this Sunday, April 21 on Disney+. It will also air on Disney Junior at 7 a.m. Pt and on Disney Channel at 7:30 a.m. Pt, with multiple re-airings throughout the day.
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- 4/20/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
Congratulations are in order for a member of Bluey’s extended family, as revealed in the Australian cartoon’s latest special “The Sign,” now streaming on Disney+.
While the focus of the 28-minute episode is evenly divided between Rad/Frisky’s wedding and the Heelers’ potential move to a new city, there’s one blink-and-you-missed-it moment that has fans of all ages celebrating. As the guests gather for Rad and Frisky’s nuptials, fans are given a quick glimpse of Bluey’s maternal aunt Brandy — and she’s pregnant!
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While the focus of the 28-minute episode is evenly divided between Rad/Frisky’s wedding and the Heelers’ potential move to a new city, there’s one blink-and-you-missed-it moment that has fans of all ages celebrating. As the guests gather for Rad and Frisky’s nuptials, fans are given a quick glimpse of Bluey’s maternal aunt Brandy — and she’s pregnant!
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- 4/16/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
In the early days of the Covid lockdown, you heard a lot about people taking up new hobbies: making sourdough bread, learning to knit, mastering Peloton — whatever it took to stay occupied and relatively sane while stuck in our own homes, isolated from the rest of the world.
In my household, nobody studied a foreign language or alphabetized their bookshelves. Instead, Bluey became our sourdough starter. And we clearly weren’t the only ones who found comfort in deeply uncomfortable times from this cartoon, aimed at preschoolers, about a family of anthropomorphized dogs.
In my household, nobody studied a foreign language or alphabetized their bookshelves. Instead, Bluey became our sourdough starter. And we clearly weren’t the only ones who found comfort in deeply uncomfortable times from this cartoon, aimed at preschoolers, about a family of anthropomorphized dogs.
- 4/15/2024
- by Alan Sepinwall
- Rollingstone.com
Nicole Scherzinger, Succession star Sarah Snook, Game of Thrones and Sherlock actor Mark Gatiss, a revival of the musical Sunset Boulevard and the play Stranger Things: The First Shadow were among the winners at the 2024 Olivier Awards, which celebrate achievements in London theater. The ceremony at Royal Albert Hall in the British capital was hosted by Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham.
The revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber‘s Sunset Boulevard, which has starred Scherzinger as Norma Desmond and is set to come to Broadway this year, won the best musical revival award, the best actress honor for the former Pussycat Dolls singer and five other honors after also leading the nominations with 11.
Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a prequel to the Netflix hit series, which has hinted at its Broadway ambitions, won the best new entertainment or comedy play award, as well as the Olivier for best set design.
Dear England,...
The revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber‘s Sunset Boulevard, which has starred Scherzinger as Norma Desmond and is set to come to Broadway this year, won the best musical revival award, the best actress honor for the former Pussycat Dolls singer and five other honors after also leading the nominations with 11.
Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a prequel to the Netflix hit series, which has hinted at its Broadway ambitions, won the best new entertainment or comedy play award, as well as the Olivier for best set design.
Dear England,...
- 4/14/2024
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Disney has dropped the highly anticipated 28-minute final episode of Bluey’s season three, “The Sign.” The “for sale” sign in front of the Heelers’ home has been the talk of the internet, but are the Heelers moving or not?
Spoilers ahead.
The reason “the sign” is there is that Bluey’s father, Bandit, got a great job offer in another town. Sadly, the family is set to move for better opportunities ahead. The Heeler home is indeed listed for sale, and buyers are moving forward on the purchase.
However, during the events of Rad and Frisky’s wedding, the family all realize how much their home, current town, and friends mean to them. But the house is already sold.
Thankfully, the new buyers decide to cancel the purchase on the day the Heelers planned to move out. It seems they found a home that was more to their liking somewhere else in the area.
Spoilers ahead.
The reason “the sign” is there is that Bluey’s father, Bandit, got a great job offer in another town. Sadly, the family is set to move for better opportunities ahead. The Heeler home is indeed listed for sale, and buyers are moving forward on the purchase.
However, during the events of Rad and Frisky’s wedding, the family all realize how much their home, current town, and friends mean to them. But the house is already sold.
Thankfully, the new buyers decide to cancel the purchase on the day the Heelers planned to move out. It seems they found a home that was more to their liking somewhere else in the area.
- 4/14/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
The creator of Bluey has revealed he was inspired by a handful of other shows when drawing up plans for his TV canine phenomenon.
Joe Brumm recently spoke to Deadline about the future of the show, which was Disney+’s most-streamed title of 2023 with almost 44 billion minutes of the 145 available eps watched, according to Nielsen data, and was the U.S.’s second-most streamed title overall, behind only Suits. Last year, Bluey mania reached a new height in the U.S. when a giant inflatable Bluey led the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
This weekend, Brumm told The Guardian newspaper he was influenced by UK sitcom Gavin and Stacey, penned by James Corden and Ruth Jones.
Brum said: “Gavin and Stacey was influential in a big way. I loved how it genuinely crossed generations, like The Simpsons back in the day. I thought: ‘Why shouldn’t a kids’ show make parents laugh too?...
Joe Brumm recently spoke to Deadline about the future of the show, which was Disney+’s most-streamed title of 2023 with almost 44 billion minutes of the 145 available eps watched, according to Nielsen data, and was the U.S.’s second-most streamed title overall, behind only Suits. Last year, Bluey mania reached a new height in the U.S. when a giant inflatable Bluey led the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
This weekend, Brumm told The Guardian newspaper he was influenced by UK sitcom Gavin and Stacey, penned by James Corden and Ruth Jones.
Brum said: “Gavin and Stacey was influential in a big way. I loved how it genuinely crossed generations, like The Simpsons back in the day. I thought: ‘Why shouldn’t a kids’ show make parents laugh too?...
- 4/13/2024
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Keep your eyes peeled for how Sunday’s extended episode of Bluey performs — its success just might decide whether TV’s most famous heeler dog family step foot in the feature film world.
In an exclusive interview with Deadline, Bluey creator Joe Brumm addressed the future of the Australia kids TV juggernaut, and it sounds like 30-minute special ‘The Sign’ — four times the length of regular episodes — will play a key role in what shape the story of anthropomorphic Australian sisters Bluey and Bingo takes next.
To date, the three seasons have all run seven-minute episodes. “I’m loving going longer on ‘The Sign’, and I’d love to try to go longer — I definitely would not rule that out,” he said. “That’s why I’m very interested to see how The Sign goes down with the audience. Obviously it’s four times as long as a normal episode.
In an exclusive interview with Deadline, Bluey creator Joe Brumm addressed the future of the Australia kids TV juggernaut, and it sounds like 30-minute special ‘The Sign’ — four times the length of regular episodes — will play a key role in what shape the story of anthropomorphic Australian sisters Bluey and Bingo takes next.
To date, the three seasons have all run seven-minute episodes. “I’m loving going longer on ‘The Sign’, and I’d love to try to go longer — I definitely would not rule that out,” he said. “That’s why I’m very interested to see how The Sign goes down with the audience. Obviously it’s four times as long as a normal episode.
- 4/10/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Across continents, galaxies, and dimensions, Disney+ has plenty to watch this month! The House of Mouse streamer is adding to the April showers by making it rain all-new episodes of three of its biggest animated series: "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," now in its third and final season; the recent hit "X-Men '97"; and the beloved children's series "Bluey."
Disney’s latest animated film “Wish,” led by Ariana DeBose, Chris Pine, Alan Tudyk, and more, will also make its streaming debut, as will Disneynature documentaries, animated shorts, and more!
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- 4/3/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Sarah Snook, Sarah Jessica Parker, Andrew Scott and David Tennant were among the nominees for the 2024 Olivier Awards, which celebrate achievements in London theater.
Parker was nominated for best actress for her role in Plaza Suite, opposite her husband, Matthew Broderick, while Snook was nominated in the same category for her one-woman take on The Picture of Dorian Gray. Tennant was nominated for best actor for his role in Macbeth, in the same category as Andrew Scott, in a one-man version of Vanya.
Sunset Boulevard, which starred Nicole Scherzinger, who is also nominated, and is set to come to Broadway next year, received 11 nominations, while Dear England, a play by James Graham about an English football manager, received nine nominations. Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a prequel to the television series, which has also hinted at its Broadway ambitions, is up for best new entertainment or comedy play.
The Olivier...
Parker was nominated for best actress for her role in Plaza Suite, opposite her husband, Matthew Broderick, while Snook was nominated in the same category for her one-woman take on The Picture of Dorian Gray. Tennant was nominated for best actor for his role in Macbeth, in the same category as Andrew Scott, in a one-man version of Vanya.
Sunset Boulevard, which starred Nicole Scherzinger, who is also nominated, and is set to come to Broadway next year, received 11 nominations, while Dear England, a play by James Graham about an English football manager, received nine nominations. Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a prequel to the television series, which has also hinted at its Broadway ambitions, is up for best new entertainment or comedy play.
The Olivier...
- 3/12/2024
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Stars including Sarah Jessica Parker, Sarah Snook, Andrew Scott and David Tennant will compete for Olivier Awards at the UK’s most prestigious theater ceremony next month.
The Sex and the City stars is up for Best Actress for her performance in Plaza Suite – her first Olivier – while Succession’s Snook has picked up a nod for her critically-acclaimed performance as 26 characters in The Picture of Dorian Gray.
In the Best Actor category, Scott’s performance in Vanya will come up against Tennant’s role in Macbeth, while the starry nominee list also includes Joseph Fiennes for Dear England, which is being made into a BBC series, Mark Gatiss for The Motive And The Cue and James Norton in A Little Life.
Other notable nominations include for singer Nicole Scherzinger in Sunset Boulevard, where she has picked up a nod for Best Actress in a Musical. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s...
The Sex and the City stars is up for Best Actress for her performance in Plaza Suite – her first Olivier – while Succession’s Snook has picked up a nod for her critically-acclaimed performance as 26 characters in The Picture of Dorian Gray.
In the Best Actor category, Scott’s performance in Vanya will come up against Tennant’s role in Macbeth, while the starry nominee list also includes Joseph Fiennes for Dear England, which is being made into a BBC series, Mark Gatiss for The Motive And The Cue and James Norton in A Little Life.
Other notable nominations include for singer Nicole Scherzinger in Sunset Boulevard, where she has picked up a nod for Best Actress in a Musical. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s...
- 3/12/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
“Wonka” To Begin Streaming Next Month, “Dune 2” This Spring on Max
Max is giving the people what they’re looking for: Timothée Chalamet updates.
In the recent quarterly earnings investors call, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav shared streaming news for two recent Chalamet-starred projects: last year’s “Wonka” and the upcoming “Dune: Part Two.”
The musical fantasy origin story “Wonka,” which opened in theaters this past December, will begin streaming on the platform on Friday, March 8. Reuniting “Paddington 2” dynamic duo Paul King and Simon Farnaby, the film stars Chalamet as the title chocolatier in his pre-factory years, who “armed with nothing but a hatful of dreams…manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time.”
The film has earned Warner Bros. $608 million at the worldwide box office. It also stars Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Matthew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter,...
Max is giving the people what they’re looking for: Timothée Chalamet updates.
In the recent quarterly earnings investors call, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav shared streaming news for two recent Chalamet-starred projects: last year’s “Wonka” and the upcoming “Dune: Part Two.”
The musical fantasy origin story “Wonka,” which opened in theaters this past December, will begin streaming on the platform on Friday, March 8. Reuniting “Paddington 2” dynamic duo Paul King and Simon Farnaby, the film stars Chalamet as the title chocolatier in his pre-factory years, who “armed with nothing but a hatful of dreams…manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time.”
The film has earned Warner Bros. $608 million at the worldwide box office. It also stars Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Matthew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter,...
- 2/27/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Award-winning kids’ show Bluey will be back in April with a fresh episode and its first-ever special which will also mark the series’ first global rollout. Disney Branded Television, BBC Studios Kids & Family and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation have set a premiere date for new episode “Ghostbasket” on Sunday, April 7, teeing up the debut of the 28-minute special, “The Sign,” which will premiere a week later on Sunday, April 14.
Both episodes will air first via ABC Kids in Australia and then roll out globally the same day across Disney+, Disney Junior and Disney Channel in all other available regions (with the exception of China and New Zealand).
“The Sign”marks the blue Heeler dog’s longest episode ever while “Ghostbasket” is standard length. Both episodes are written by series creator and writer Joe Brumm, directed by Richard Jeffery, and produced by Ludo Studio.
The animated sensation closed out last year as the No.
Both episodes will air first via ABC Kids in Australia and then roll out globally the same day across Disney+, Disney Junior and Disney Channel in all other available regions (with the exception of China and New Zealand).
“The Sign”marks the blue Heeler dog’s longest episode ever while “Ghostbasket” is standard length. Both episodes are written by series creator and writer Joe Brumm, directed by Richard Jeffery, and produced by Ludo Studio.
The animated sensation closed out last year as the No.
- 2/26/2024
- by Nancy Tartaglione
- Deadline Film + TV
The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (Aacta) handed out its 2024 awards on Saturday, and Talk to Me won big, including for best film and best director, while Margot Robbie was honored with the Trailblazer Award.
Barbie, Oppenheimer and The Bear were among the Hollywood honorees, with big Australian winners including the likes of The Newsreader, Deadloch and The New Boy.
“Talk to Me is the biggest winner of the night, adding a further three awards to its collection and taking its total wins to eight, following the Aacta Industry Awards earlier in the week,” the Australian Academy noted. The honors include the one for best direction in film for sibling-YouTubers-turned-directors Danny and Michael Philippou.
Among acting talent earning trophies, rising star Sophie Wilde won the best lead actress in film award for her performance in Talk to Me, while Aswan Reid got the best lead actor in film...
Barbie, Oppenheimer and The Bear were among the Hollywood honorees, with big Australian winners including the likes of The Newsreader, Deadloch and The New Boy.
“Talk to Me is the biggest winner of the night, adding a further three awards to its collection and taking its total wins to eight, following the Aacta Industry Awards earlier in the week,” the Australian Academy noted. The honors include the one for best direction in film for sibling-YouTubers-turned-directors Danny and Michael Philippou.
Among acting talent earning trophies, rising star Sophie Wilde won the best lead actress in film award for her performance in Talk to Me, while Aswan Reid got the best lead actor in film...
- 2/10/2024
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Talk to Me” was the runaway winner at this year’s main awards from the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts.
The native production, which debuted at the Sundance Film Festival last year and was acquired by A24 for North American distribution, scored three of the evening’s top prizes, including wins for best film, best lead actress for Sophie Wilde and best direction for the filmmaking duo of brothers, Danny Philippou and Michael Philoppou.
Other winners from this year’s edition include “The New Boy” stars Aswan Reid and Deborah Mailman in lead actor and supporting actress, respectively, and Hugo Weaving in supporting actor for “The Rooster.”
The Aacta Awards were held Saturday evening at the Home of the Arts, Gold Coast in Queensland. Rebel Wilson served as host, while Australian star Margot Robbie was honored with the group’s trailblazer award.
See the full list of winners below.
The native production, which debuted at the Sundance Film Festival last year and was acquired by A24 for North American distribution, scored three of the evening’s top prizes, including wins for best film, best lead actress for Sophie Wilde and best direction for the filmmaking duo of brothers, Danny Philippou and Michael Philoppou.
Other winners from this year’s edition include “The New Boy” stars Aswan Reid and Deborah Mailman in lead actor and supporting actress, respectively, and Hugo Weaving in supporting actor for “The Rooster.”
The Aacta Awards were held Saturday evening at the Home of the Arts, Gold Coast in Queensland. Rebel Wilson served as host, while Australian star Margot Robbie was honored with the group’s trailblazer award.
See the full list of winners below.
- 2/10/2024
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Talk to Me was named Best Film at the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards, which were handed out today on the Gold Coast. The teen horror pic also won Best Director for Danny and Michael Philippou and Best Lead Actress for Sophie Wilde.
Talk to Me took eight total statuettes, including five from the Aacta Industry Awards earlier in the week. The Newsreader and Deadloch also won five AACTAs each, including the Industry nods.
The group also revealed its winners in TV, online and other categories. See the full list from both Aacta Awards ceremonies below.
Aswan Reid took Best Lead Actor in a Film for The New Boy, and his co-star Deborah Mailman won the Supporting Actress prize. Hugo Weaving scooped Best Supporting Actor for The Rooster and added a Best Lead Actor in a Drama trophy for Love Me.
On the TV side, The Newsreader took Best Drama Series,...
Talk to Me took eight total statuettes, including five from the Aacta Industry Awards earlier in the week. The Newsreader and Deadloch also won five AACTAs each, including the Industry nods.
The group also revealed its winners in TV, online and other categories. See the full list from both Aacta Awards ceremonies below.
Aswan Reid took Best Lead Actor in a Film for The New Boy, and his co-star Deborah Mailman won the Supporting Actress prize. Hugo Weaving scooped Best Supporting Actor for The Rooster and added a Best Lead Actor in a Drama trophy for Love Me.
On the TV side, The Newsreader took Best Drama Series,...
- 2/10/2024
- by Erik Pedersen and Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney+ is set to release ten new episodes of the beloved children’s show ‘Bluey’ on January 12, 2024. This highly anticipated launch will bring new adventures to audiences in the U.S. and globally. Known for its charming storytelling and playful spirit, Bluey has captured the hearts of preschoolers, kids, and even adults.
The show revolves around Bluey, a spirited Blue Heeler dog, and her adventures with her family, including her little sister Bingo and their parents. The upcoming episodes continue to highlight the joy and creativity in everyday family life. Each episode turns simple activities, like a beach trip or a backyard exercise session, into exciting adventures, showcasing how kids learn and grow through play.
Some of the episodes to look forward to include “Cubby,” where Bluey and Bingo craft a special cubby for their toy Kimjim, and “Exercise,” featuring Bingo as Boss Bluey’s employee during a workout. In “Relax,...
The show revolves around Bluey, a spirited Blue Heeler dog, and her adventures with her family, including her little sister Bingo and their parents. The upcoming episodes continue to highlight the joy and creativity in everyday family life. Each episode turns simple activities, like a beach trip or a backyard exercise session, into exciting adventures, showcasing how kids learn and grow through play.
Some of the episodes to look forward to include “Cubby,” where Bluey and Bingo craft a special cubby for their toy Kimjim, and “Exercise,” featuring Bingo as Boss Bluey’s employee during a workout. In “Relax,...
- 12/14/2023
- by Hrvoje Milakovic
- Fiction Horizon
In his attempt to create a show that kids and their parents can both enjoy, Joe Brumm delivered a bona fide, global juggernaut.
Stateside, where Bluey, a big-hearted animated series about a family of Australian Heeler dogs, streams on Disney+, it ranked among the top 10 most streamed programs in the U.S. last year. Back home in Australia, where the seven-minute episodes are produced, it remains the No. 1 children’s show across all age groups. It also regularly collects awards, including an Emmy, and heaps of critical praise. In fact, the Bluey universe has since expanded with a hugely lucratively collection of merchandise and, more recently, a live show.
Brumm, who was just named to The Hollywood Reporter’s list of the 75 Most Powerful People in Kids’ Entertainment and writes every episode of the series himself, hopped on a Zoom from Australia to discuss Bluey’s origins, the kids’ TV...
Stateside, where Bluey, a big-hearted animated series about a family of Australian Heeler dogs, streams on Disney+, it ranked among the top 10 most streamed programs in the U.S. last year. Back home in Australia, where the seven-minute episodes are produced, it remains the No. 1 children’s show across all age groups. It also regularly collects awards, including an Emmy, and heaps of critical praise. In fact, the Bluey universe has since expanded with a hugely lucratively collection of merchandise and, more recently, a live show.
Brumm, who was just named to The Hollywood Reporter’s list of the 75 Most Powerful People in Kids’ Entertainment and writes every episode of the series himself, hopped on a Zoom from Australia to discuss Bluey’s origins, the kids’ TV...
- 6/9/2023
- by Lacey Rose
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The BAFTA has revealed nominations for its Children and Young People Awards, which are returning for the first time in three years.
The BBC’s “Dodger” and “The Snail and the Whale” lead with three nominations each, followed by two nominations for “The Amazing World of Gumball,” “Jamie Johnson,” “JoJo & Gran Gran” and “Silverpoint.”
The ceremony will take place in London on Nov. 27, where 14 categories will be awarded in recognition of craft, performance, and games. All awards are voted on by BAFTA’s membership of children’s industry professionals. The ceremony will be hosted by TV and radio presenter Lindsey Russell.
Faraz Osman, chair of the BAFTA Children and Young People Committee, said: “It is a real joy to bring together the industry and celebrate the creativity and craft behind its recent output, especially after the pandemic, where children’s programming played a monumental role in family support. Through the...
The BBC’s “Dodger” and “The Snail and the Whale” lead with three nominations each, followed by two nominations for “The Amazing World of Gumball,” “Jamie Johnson,” “JoJo & Gran Gran” and “Silverpoint.”
The ceremony will take place in London on Nov. 27, where 14 categories will be awarded in recognition of craft, performance, and games. All awards are voted on by BAFTA’s membership of children’s industry professionals. The ceremony will be hosted by TV and radio presenter Lindsey Russell.
Faraz Osman, chair of the BAFTA Children and Young People Committee, said: “It is a real joy to bring together the industry and celebrate the creativity and craft behind its recent output, especially after the pandemic, where children’s programming played a monumental role in family support. Through the...
- 10/25/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The third season of Australia’s no. 1 children’s program, Ludo Studio’s Bluey, premieres on November 22 on ABC Kids and ABC iview.
Bluey, the loveable and inexhaustible little six-year-old Blue Heeler dog, Mum Chilli, Dad Bandit, and little sister Bingo are back with more endearing and elaborate games and adventures that are set to take Australian families by storm.
Lending their voices to characters this series are Myf Warhurst, Megan Washington, Leigh Sales, Sam Simmons, Sean Choolburra, and singer/songwriter Darren Hanlon, as well as returning cast Melanie Zanetti and Dave McCormack.
Bluey is created by showrunner Joe Brumm, executive produced by Ludo’s Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson and produced by Sam Moor. Supervising director is Richard Jeffrey. ABC head of children’s production Libbie Doherty and BBC Studios director of children’s content Henrietta Hurford-Jones also executive produce.
Principal production investment from BBC Studios, in association with the ABC and Screen Australia.
Bluey, the loveable and inexhaustible little six-year-old Blue Heeler dog, Mum Chilli, Dad Bandit, and little sister Bingo are back with more endearing and elaborate games and adventures that are set to take Australian families by storm.
Lending their voices to characters this series are Myf Warhurst, Megan Washington, Leigh Sales, Sam Simmons, Sean Choolburra, and singer/songwriter Darren Hanlon, as well as returning cast Melanie Zanetti and Dave McCormack.
Bluey is created by showrunner Joe Brumm, executive produced by Ludo’s Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson and produced by Sam Moor. Supervising director is Richard Jeffrey. ABC head of children’s production Libbie Doherty and BBC Studios director of children’s content Henrietta Hurford-Jones also executive produce.
Principal production investment from BBC Studios, in association with the ABC and Screen Australia.
- 10/24/2021
- by The IF Team
- IF.com.au
Australia’s favourite Blue Heeler family is headed to the BBC, with Ludo Studio’s Bluey to launch on CBeebies next month.
It will be the first time the International Emmy Award-winning series has been broadcast on free-to-air on the UK; the series streams internationally on Disney+ in all territories except China and New Zealand.
Originally co-commissioned by the ABC and BBC Studios, Bluey follows a six-year-old Blue Heeler and her adventures with her family.
The first season will air on CBeebies each weekday and at the weekends.
Following the show’s launch, the toy line will also hit the UK market via partners Moose Toys and Ravensburger. Immediate Media has worldwide rights for Bluey magazines, its first UK issue will hit newsstands in summer 2021. Global master publishing partner (excluding China) Penguin Random House will also launch books in the UK later this year.
“Bluey is such a warm show,...
It will be the first time the International Emmy Award-winning series has been broadcast on free-to-air on the UK; the series streams internationally on Disney+ in all territories except China and New Zealand.
Originally co-commissioned by the ABC and BBC Studios, Bluey follows a six-year-old Blue Heeler and her adventures with her family.
The first season will air on CBeebies each weekday and at the weekends.
Following the show’s launch, the toy line will also hit the UK market via partners Moose Toys and Ravensburger. Immediate Media has worldwide rights for Bluey magazines, its first UK issue will hit newsstands in summer 2021. Global master publishing partner (excluding China) Penguin Random House will also launch books in the UK later this year.
“Bluey is such a warm show,...
- 3/22/2021
- by Jackie Keast
- IF.com.au
The selective appeal of theatrical and the emergence of Queensland as a production hotspot was on the agenda as children’s content creatives came together on Monday for an Aacta Screenfest 2020 Spotlight event.
A panel comprising Emmy-winning Bluey team Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson from Ludo Studio; Like A Photon Creative co-fonder and CEO, Nadine Bates; and fellow children’s TV creatives Dena Curtis (Grace Beside Me) and Steve Jaggi (Swimming for Gold) joined film critic Sarah Ward for a discussion on Creating Screen for Kids.
It has been a big year for Aspinwall and Pearson, with the third season of Joe Brumm-created series, which won an Aacta Award yesterday, set to commence production in Brisbane later this year.
While the show has enjoyed extensive success overseas – Disney snared the global rights – Pearson credited the Australian production environment for allowing the show to stay true to its roots.
“We...
A panel comprising Emmy-winning Bluey team Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson from Ludo Studio; Like A Photon Creative co-fonder and CEO, Nadine Bates; and fellow children’s TV creatives Dena Curtis (Grace Beside Me) and Steve Jaggi (Swimming for Gold) joined film critic Sarah Ward for a discussion on Creating Screen for Kids.
It has been a big year for Aspinwall and Pearson, with the third season of Joe Brumm-created series, which won an Aacta Award yesterday, set to commence production in Brisbane later this year.
While the show has enjoyed extensive success overseas – Disney snared the global rights – Pearson credited the Australian production environment for allowing the show to stay true to its roots.
“We...
- 12/1/2020
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
‘Bluey’.
A third season of Australia’s most popular children’s series, ABC/Ludo Studio’s Bluey, is set to commence production in Brisbane later this year.
Major production investment in the third instalment comes via BBC Studios, in association with the ABC and Screen Australia, and all post-production also will take place in Queensland thanks to support from Screen Queensland.
The first two seasons of the show, created by Joe Brumm and which follow a Blue Heeler family, sold to Disney globally, and the first earnt an International Kids Emmy back in April.
Bluey is the most watched show in ABC iview history, and last year topped the TV ratings as the most watched time-shifted show in Australia.
Ludo Studio EP Charlie Aspinwall said: “We’re so happy to be given this opportunity to make a third series of Bluey and look forward to working once again with the...
A third season of Australia’s most popular children’s series, ABC/Ludo Studio’s Bluey, is set to commence production in Brisbane later this year.
Major production investment in the third instalment comes via BBC Studios, in association with the ABC and Screen Australia, and all post-production also will take place in Queensland thanks to support from Screen Queensland.
The first two seasons of the show, created by Joe Brumm and which follow a Blue Heeler family, sold to Disney globally, and the first earnt an International Kids Emmy back in April.
Bluey is the most watched show in ABC iview history, and last year topped the TV ratings as the most watched time-shifted show in Australia.
Ludo Studio EP Charlie Aspinwall said: “We’re so happy to be given this opportunity to make a third series of Bluey and look forward to working once again with the...
- 10/1/2020
- by jkeast
- IF.com.au
Charlie Aspinwall, Daley Pearson and Sam Moor.
Ludo Studio has a lot to celebrate as it gets ready to deliver the 100th episode of global hit Bluey on July 10.
In addition, pre-production is underway on the second season of animated comedy The Strange Chores for the ABC, a co-production with Colin South’s Media World Pictures.
Writer-director Dylan River is in Alice Springs scripting Thou Shalt Not Kill, a prequel to Sbs’s Robbie Hood with producer Tanith Glynn-Maloney.
And Ludo Studio’s Daley Pearson, who co-founded the Brisbane-based company with Charlie Aspinwall and Nick Boshier is developing Petey, a live action sci-fi comedy feature with Screen Australia’s support.
Pearson and producer Sam Moor gave an update on their slate in a webinar with Screen Producers Australia CEO Matt Deaner last Friday, followed by Daley’s interview with If.
Nearly 50 animators and staff have continued working at Ludo Studio,...
Ludo Studio has a lot to celebrate as it gets ready to deliver the 100th episode of global hit Bluey on July 10.
In addition, pre-production is underway on the second season of animated comedy The Strange Chores for the ABC, a co-production with Colin South’s Media World Pictures.
Writer-director Dylan River is in Alice Springs scripting Thou Shalt Not Kill, a prequel to Sbs’s Robbie Hood with producer Tanith Glynn-Maloney.
And Ludo Studio’s Daley Pearson, who co-founded the Brisbane-based company with Charlie Aspinwall and Nick Boshier is developing Petey, a live action sci-fi comedy feature with Screen Australia’s support.
Pearson and producer Sam Moor gave an update on their slate in a webinar with Screen Producers Australia CEO Matt Deaner last Friday, followed by Daley’s interview with If.
Nearly 50 animators and staff have continued working at Ludo Studio,...
- 5/25/2020
- by The IF Team
- IF.com.au
Jo Dillon.
Screen Queensland is spending $1 million to help the state’s screen businesses diversify, build capability and develop new revenue streams during and beyond the pandemic.
In the program named Sq Enterprise, grants of up to $150,000 each will be available to businesses across a wide spectrum: production, production services, post-production, game development and distribution, as well as related media companies which are keen to move into the screen sector.
The funding can support a range of activities including the development of projects that can move into production in the next 12 months, hiring expertise and additional staff, diversifying talent, new partnerships and investments, marketing, infrastructure and innovation.
Applicants must furnish a compelling a 12-month business plan, financial strategy, market and competitor analysis and demonstrate the immediate and long-term benefits to the Queensland screen industry.
Sq Enterprise is the latest component of the $3.3 million support package announced in March to help...
Screen Queensland is spending $1 million to help the state’s screen businesses diversify, build capability and develop new revenue streams during and beyond the pandemic.
In the program named Sq Enterprise, grants of up to $150,000 each will be available to businesses across a wide spectrum: production, production services, post-production, game development and distribution, as well as related media companies which are keen to move into the screen sector.
The funding can support a range of activities including the development of projects that can move into production in the next 12 months, hiring expertise and additional staff, diversifying talent, new partnerships and investments, marketing, infrastructure and innovation.
Applicants must furnish a compelling a 12-month business plan, financial strategy, market and competitor analysis and demonstrate the immediate and long-term benefits to the Queensland screen industry.
Sq Enterprise is the latest component of the $3.3 million support package announced in March to help...
- 4/28/2020
- by The IF Team
- IF.com.au
Kylie Munnich.
Screen Queensland is providing $3.3 million in re-allocated funding to support the stricken Queensland screen industry through the Covid-19 crisis.
The primary aim is to ensure as many productions as possible are ready to resume or start filming as soon as it’s safe to do so.
The initiatives include an extra $250,000 for the existing Ideas Program and a new Creative Consultations Program to mentor up-and-coming writers and other creatives. More measures will be announced in coming weeks.
Screen Queensland CEO Kylie Munnich says the agency’s support will focus on five key areas: Continuity for productions, creativity for screen practitioners, skills, business development and screen culture.
““It’s vital that we focus on continuity and creativity now so we can support the creation of local jobs for crew through existing productions that can quickly ramp up again, as well as new projects that are poised to commence filming...
Screen Queensland is providing $3.3 million in re-allocated funding to support the stricken Queensland screen industry through the Covid-19 crisis.
The primary aim is to ensure as many productions as possible are ready to resume or start filming as soon as it’s safe to do so.
The initiatives include an extra $250,000 for the existing Ideas Program and a new Creative Consultations Program to mentor up-and-coming writers and other creatives. More measures will be announced in coming weeks.
Screen Queensland CEO Kylie Munnich says the agency’s support will focus on five key areas: Continuity for productions, creativity for screen practitioners, skills, business development and screen culture.
““It’s vital that we focus on continuity and creativity now so we can support the creation of local jobs for crew through existing productions that can quickly ramp up again, as well as new projects that are poised to commence filming...
- 4/7/2020
- by The IF Team
- IF.com.au
Ludo Studio’s Bluey has won the International Emmy Kids Award for best preschool program, Ludo’s third Emmy.
“We’re so proud of (creator) Joe Brumm and the whole gang of beautiful artists at Ludo,” said Ludo Studio’s Daley Pearson.
“They’ve created a beautiful show celebrating one of the most important things: imagination and game play. Bluey’s created a special connection to people around the world and it’s a real privilege to be creating the show under one roof in Brisbane with our friends.
“It’s also been a secret dream of ours to create a bit of an industry in Brisbane that competes with the world. We’ve spent the last few years laying the first bricks down with Screen Australia, Screen Queensland, the ABC and BBC Studios and we’re excited to see what’s next together.”
The Queensland-based studio previously won International...
“We’re so proud of (creator) Joe Brumm and the whole gang of beautiful artists at Ludo,” said Ludo Studio’s Daley Pearson.
“They’ve created a beautiful show celebrating one of the most important things: imagination and game play. Bluey’s created a special connection to people around the world and it’s a real privilege to be creating the show under one roof in Brisbane with our friends.
“It’s also been a secret dream of ours to create a bit of an industry in Brisbane that competes with the world. We’ve spent the last few years laying the first bricks down with Screen Australia, Screen Queensland, the ABC and BBC Studios and we’re excited to see what’s next together.”
The Queensland-based studio previously won International...
- 3/31/2020
- by The IF Team
- IF.com.au
‘Bluey’.
Ludo Studio may be set to pick up its third Emmy: the company’s Bluey has been nominated for an International Emmy Kids Award.
Bluey is nominated in the Kids: Preschool category, competing against Germany’s Animanimals, Chile’s Petit and SuperWings Mission Teams – Season 3, from South Korea.
The nominations for the International Emmy Kids Awards were announced by the International Academy of Television Arts & Science at Mipcom; there are 28 nominees in seven categories spanning 15 countries: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, France, Germany, India, The Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and the United Kingdom
“The geographic spread and diversity of topics addressed in this year’s nominated programs attest to the vibrancy and quality of children’s television throughout the world,” said Bruce Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
“We congratulate the nominees for their outstanding talent and for setting the standard...
Ludo Studio may be set to pick up its third Emmy: the company’s Bluey has been nominated for an International Emmy Kids Award.
Bluey is nominated in the Kids: Preschool category, competing against Germany’s Animanimals, Chile’s Petit and SuperWings Mission Teams – Season 3, from South Korea.
The nominations for the International Emmy Kids Awards were announced by the International Academy of Television Arts & Science at Mipcom; there are 28 nominees in seven categories spanning 15 countries: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, France, Germany, India, The Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and the United Kingdom
“The geographic spread and diversity of topics addressed in this year’s nominated programs attest to the vibrancy and quality of children’s television throughout the world,” said Bruce Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
“We congratulate the nominees for their outstanding talent and for setting the standard...
- 10/15/2019
- by jkeast
- IF.com.au
Libbie Doherty.
Confirmed as head of children’s production at the ABC earlier this month, Libbie Doherty is on the look-out for comedies and factual entertainment programs.
Overseeing a department of 65 people including 25 in Melbourne, she commissions around 380 hours of content annually across ABC Kids and ABC Me as well as overseeing ABC Kids Listen, children’s digital products and third party social media.
Her budget for the fiscal year starting July 1 is unchanged, despite the $84 million funding cut over the next three years. “Our broad commissioning strategy is to present the best of Australian content and the best from the rest of the world,” she tells If in one of her first interviews since her appointment, after acting in the role for a year.
“We are always in the market for comedy. The Inbestigators is self-contained and won’t go to a second season so we definitely have room for comedies.
Confirmed as head of children’s production at the ABC earlier this month, Libbie Doherty is on the look-out for comedies and factual entertainment programs.
Overseeing a department of 65 people including 25 in Melbourne, she commissions around 380 hours of content annually across ABC Kids and ABC Me as well as overseeing ABC Kids Listen, children’s digital products and third party social media.
Her budget for the fiscal year starting July 1 is unchanged, despite the $84 million funding cut over the next three years. “Our broad commissioning strategy is to present the best of Australian content and the best from the rest of the world,” she tells If in one of her first interviews since her appointment, after acting in the role for a year.
“We are always in the market for comedy. The Inbestigators is self-contained and won’t go to a second season so we definitely have room for comedies.
- 6/27/2019
- by The IF Team
- IF.com.au
‘Bluey’.
Disney has picked up the global rights to the first two seasons of Ludo Studio’s animated children’s series Bluey.
BBC Studios brokered the deal, with the series to screen on Disney Junior from late 2019 and the upcoming streaming service Disney+ in all territories outside Australia, New Zealand and Greater China.
Created by Joe Brumm and originally co-commissioned by the ABC and BBC Studios, Bluey follows the adventures of a six-year-old blue heeler pup who lives with her dad, mum and four-year-old little sister, Bingo.
The second series is currently in production, with Brumm as showrunner, working alongside executive producers Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson, producer Sam Moor and supervising director Richard Jeffery. Both seasons have been supported by Screen Australia and Screen Queensland.
Locally, Bluey is a hit among pre-schoolers; it is the most watched series of all time on ABC iview, racking up 90 million total program plays,...
Disney has picked up the global rights to the first two seasons of Ludo Studio’s animated children’s series Bluey.
BBC Studios brokered the deal, with the series to screen on Disney Junior from late 2019 and the upcoming streaming service Disney+ in all territories outside Australia, New Zealand and Greater China.
Created by Joe Brumm and originally co-commissioned by the ABC and BBC Studios, Bluey follows the adventures of a six-year-old blue heeler pup who lives with her dad, mum and four-year-old little sister, Bingo.
The second series is currently in production, with Brumm as showrunner, working alongside executive producers Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson, producer Sam Moor and supervising director Richard Jeffery. Both seasons have been supported by Screen Australia and Screen Queensland.
Locally, Bluey is a hit among pre-schoolers; it is the most watched series of all time on ABC iview, racking up 90 million total program plays,...
- 6/12/2019
- by jkeast
- IF.com.au
Annecy, France — In a set of back-to-back sessions at this year’s Annecy Intl. Animation Festival, Disney announced a reboot of one of its classic animated series, shared updates on handful of others and reaffirmed its commitment to quality content creation in Europe, Middle East and Africa.
The afternoon kicked off with a stand-alone Studio Focus for “Monsters at Work,” the upcoming serialization of the popular “Monsters, Inc.” franchise, followed by Disney annual Mifa Press Conference, led this year by Hélène Etzi, country manager at The Walt Disney Company France, with Orion Ross, VP of animation, digital and acquisitions for Disney Europe & Africa, and Caterina Gonnelli, director of acquisitions and productions for Disney Europe & Africa.
A slate of new originals was unveiled, as well as details about other hyped projects and current series.
The “Monsters at Work” presentation provided a first look at the highly anticipated Disney Plus series coming...
The afternoon kicked off with a stand-alone Studio Focus for “Monsters at Work,” the upcoming serialization of the popular “Monsters, Inc.” franchise, followed by Disney annual Mifa Press Conference, led this year by Hélène Etzi, country manager at The Walt Disney Company France, with Orion Ross, VP of animation, digital and acquisitions for Disney Europe & Africa, and Caterina Gonnelli, director of acquisitions and productions for Disney Europe & Africa.
A slate of new originals was unveiled, as well as details about other hyped projects and current series.
The “Monsters at Work” presentation provided a first look at the highly anticipated Disney Plus series coming...
- 6/11/2019
- by Jamie Lang
- Variety Film + TV
‘Bluey’.
The ABC has ordered a second season of Ludo Studio’s animated children’s series Bluey, with the first instalment the most watched show of all time on ABC iview, having racked up a staggering 75 million total program plays.
The second season, co-commissioned with BBC Studios, will consist of 52 x 7-minute episodes, with production commencing later this month.
Created by Joe Brumm, Bluey follows the adventures of a six-year-old blue heeler pup and her family. The second series will see Bluey play fun and elaborate new games with her sister Bingo; Chilli’s relationship with her girls will be further explored as she juggles work and family life; Bandit returns with his wry sense of humour; and we’ll meet more of Bluey and Bingo’s family and friends.
Brumm is the series’ showrunner, working with executive producers Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson, producer Sam Moor and supervising director Richard Jeffery.
The ABC has ordered a second season of Ludo Studio’s animated children’s series Bluey, with the first instalment the most watched show of all time on ABC iview, having racked up a staggering 75 million total program plays.
The second season, co-commissioned with BBC Studios, will consist of 52 x 7-minute episodes, with production commencing later this month.
Created by Joe Brumm, Bluey follows the adventures of a six-year-old blue heeler pup and her family. The second series will see Bluey play fun and elaborate new games with her sister Bingo; Chilli’s relationship with her girls will be further explored as she juggles work and family life; Bandit returns with his wry sense of humour; and we’ll meet more of Bluey and Bingo’s family and friends.
Brumm is the series’ showrunner, working with executive producers Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson, producer Sam Moor and supervising director Richard Jeffery.
- 5/16/2019
- by jkeast
- IF.com.au
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