Big things are happening in the world of Bluey this week. Yesterday, fans were told that the beloved Australian animated series is set to get its first full-length feature film in 2027. That's certainly a game-changer for the beloved blue dog, but it also comes with some "trifficult" developments as well.
Along with this major development, two other changes coming down the pipeline might not go over well with the show's immense fanbase. Along with Bluey creator Joe Brumm stepping away from his role on the animated series to focus on the film, it was also announced that the characters are being made over with a "CG" style.
Bluey's Big Makeover
It's safe to say that very few individuals don't know the name "Bluey." The Heelers have been a part of our lives since 2018, and Ludo's partnership with Disney has only made them a permanent fixture in our homes, but there's also something to say about the show's look being responsible for its memorability.
Similar to characters like Mickey Mouse and Pickachu, Bluey has a distinct design and shape that viewers of all ages can easily identify. However, that's getting ready to change with the upcoming film. In the official announcement from the show's blog, it was revealed that the project would abandon the show's 2D style for something completely different.
Per the official reveal,
"The CG animated film will be produced by award-winning animation producer Amber Naismith (‘Happy Feet’, ‘The Lego Movie’, ‘The Lego Batman Movie’) with Richard Jeffery returning to co-direct (’Bluey’ Series 1-3). Joe Brumm will serve as executive producer, alongside Charlie Aspinwall and Daley Pearson from Ludo Studio, and Justine Flynn for BBC Studios."
On the one hand, messing with Bluey's formula sounds more than a little problematic on paper. On the other, the project's producers have notable successes under their belts to assure fans that our favorite cartoon dog is in the best of hands. It's truly a wait-and-see situation that will undoubtedly change the way we see the characters.
That all being said, there is still one nugget of hope we dedicated Bluey buffs can hold onto, and that's knowing that Joe Brumm is devoting his full time and energy to make sure his creation is best represented on film. Even so, there is still some natural anxiety surrounding the show's future.
Change is inevitable, and Bluey's has been predicted for a long while. Although there is a lot of apprehension, we can take comfort in knowing that Brumm and the rest of the team at Ludo Studio are taking extra steps to ensure the quality of their content remains at its established high standard. In the words of Calypso, "Everything will work out the way it's supposed to."
Fans can stream all of Bluey's episodes and brush up before the big movie on Disney+.