Bluey fans from all over the world may have something truly exciting to look forward to in 2027 because what used to be a streamed series, may soon hit the big screen!
The Walt Disney Company just announced that there will be the first-ever animated feature film for the well-loved series “Bluey.”
Walt Disney will be acquiring the global theatrical rights for the film, and it would run under the Disney banner. Once it is released worldwide, it will then stream on Disney+.
The new animated film promises tons of excitement and the same warmth that viewers love from every “Bluey” episode since it would still be written and directed by Joe Brumm, the creator of the heartwarming series. The movie will be a continuation of the adventures of the loveable and inexhaustible charming little dog who lives with his affectionate family.
It will be produced by Ludo Studio in collaboration with BBC Studios and will be delivering the well-loved charm and humor that defines every episode.
Brumm expressed his excitement over continued partnership with Cecilia Persson, Tom Fussell, along with the team at BBC Studios, as well as with Dana Walden, Alan Bergman and Disney, that they will all be able to bring the story of the loveable character to the big screen.
“I really enjoyed the experience of working with a longer format on The Sign in Series 3, so going even further with a feature film feels like a natural extension of that. I’ve always thought Bluey deserved a theatrical movie. I want this to be an experiential event for the whole family to enjoy together,” he said.
Walden and Bergman, the co-chairmen of Disney Entertainment, also expressed positivity on the “Bluey” deal.
“Since its debut on Disney Jr. and Disney+, Bluey has become a global phenomenon, uniting families everywhere with its heartfelt stories of play, imagination and connection. We are so proud to expand upon our relationship with BBC Studios to bring the magic of Bluey to the big screen – for real life! – and we are deeply grateful to Joe Brumm for creating a world that continues to inspire and delight families everywhere.”
Fussell, the CEO of BBC Studios, said that they are also incredibly excited to take Bluey to the big screen, considering its overwhelming success globally. He also signified how it was a privilege to work with Brumm and the Ludo Studio team.
The much-anticipated movie will star vocal talents from the show, particularly Melanie Zanetti and David McCormack, who are the mom and dad of Bluey respectively. Zanetti plays Chilli Heeler, while McCormack plays Bandit Heeler.
Amber Naismith, the award-winning animation producer responsible for some of the biggest hit animation movies like “Happy Feet” and “The Lego Movie” will be producing the “Bluey” CG animated film.
Financing and licensing of the picture for distribution will be handled by BBC Studios. The movie also gained post-production funding from the Australian government.
Disney will release the Bluey movie in theaters worldwide, followed by streaming on Disney+. The movie will also air on ABC iView and ABC Kids in Australia post-theatrical release.
Available in over 140 countries, Bluey is 2024’s most-watched series globally on Disney+, and the year’s No. 1 most-watched series on streaming to date through November among total viewers in the U.S., with more than 50.5 billion minutes watched (842 million hours), according to Nielsen Media Research.
Bluey is also the No. 1 kids show on CBeebies and Disney+ in the UK. The show has also garnered numerous awards, including a 2024 Peabody Award and back-to-back Television Critics Association Awards in 2023 and 2024.
