“I’ve always thought ‘Bluey’ deserved a theatrical movie. I want this to be an experiential event for the whole family to enjoy together,” creator Joe Brumm said.
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A release date has been set for the first feature-length “Bluey” movie.
BBC Studios and The Walt Disney Company announced on Sept. 4 that the feature-length, animated movie is set to make its theater debut on Aug. 6, 2027.
Released by Joe Brumm in 2018, “Bluey” follows the life of a Blue Heeler puppy of the same name. Bluey lives with her mom, dad and sister Bingo, and the family is always up to fun, unpredictable shenanigans.
On average, a “Bluey” episode runs about seven minutes, but in April 2024, Brumm and the team released “The Sign,” a 28-minute-long episode in Series 3. Brumm said in a BBC news release he enjoyed working on this longer episode and a feature-length movie felt 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,” Brumm said in the news release.
The “Bluey” movie was written and directed by Brumm and is being produced by Ludo Studio and BBC Studios. It will star vocal talent from the series’ original cast, including Melanie Zanetii as Chili Heeler (Bluey’s mom) and David McCormack as Bandit Heeler (Bluey’s dad). The movie is produced by Amber Naismith, known for “Happy Feet,” “The Lego Movie” and “The Lego Batman Movie,” the news release states.
Here’s what to know about the new “Bluey” movie.
What is the ‘Bluey’ movie about?
“The movie will continue the adventures of Bluey, a loveable, inexhaustible, Blue Heeler dog, who lives with her mum, dad and her little sister, Bingo,” the news release states.
A more in-depth synopsis of the movie has not been shared by the filmmakers, as of Sept. 4.
When will the ‘Bluey’ movie be released?
The “Bluey” movie will make its theatrical debut on Aug. 6, 2027.
Will the ‘Bluey’ movie be available for streaming?
After its theater run, the movie will be available to stream on Disney+. The movie will also air on ABC iview and ABC Kids in Australia, according to the news release.
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