One of Bluey's biggest strengths is that it's able to reach an adult audience, as well as its intended younger viewer range. This is largely due to the emotional weight displayed in the show's characters and its writing, especially when it comes to how it depicts relationships.
Chilli and Bandit are undoubtedly couple-goals, but they aren't the only ones who know how to tug at our heartstrings. From "fancy restaurants" to fairytales, take a look at these absolutely lovely Bluey episodes that are sure to have you smitten.
"Daddy Robot" (Season 1, Episode 4)
If Pixar's Wall-E told us one thing, it's that robots can have some of the best love stories. While Chilli and Bandit might only be pretending to be animatronic parents, the loving vibes they give while engaging with their pups are positively palpable.
It's one thing to see an animated mum and dad parent together, but seeing them play together adds a touch of reality that undoubtedly resonates with the parents in the audience all that much more. Plus, that ending has one of the best "Smoochy Kisses" in the show's run.
"Fancy Restaurant" (Season 2, Episode 17)
While there's not a strict Valentine's episode, "Fancy Restaurant" is pretty darn close. Once more, we see how Bandit and Chilli play so well together. This time, however, it's Bluey and Bingo stepping into the game-leader role.
This is probably the closest thing fans have to seeing Bandit and Chilli on a date. Although it's still a game of make-believe, the dynamic between our favorite canine power couple is still there. Plus, how is Chilli comforting Bandit while he vomits not an act of true love?
"Double Babysitter" (Season 2, Episode 39)
After a schedule confusion, Bluey and Bingo end up spending a night in with Uncle Rad and Chilli's pal, Frisky. Between nightly activities with the pups, the two grownups in the room discover just how much they have in common, resulting in some lovely chemistry between the two.
Chilli and Bandit might be the show's power couple, but Uncle Rad and Aunt Frisky are all kinds of adorable, and this episode is where we see that romance blossom. Although "The Sign" is also a good choice (it is their wedding, after all), their interactions in this episode are more than worth the mention.
"Fairytale" (Season 3, Episode 26)
Ever wonder how Bandit met Chilli? Well, "it was the '80s, man!" Jokes aside, the initial encounter between a young Bandit and Chilli at the end of this episode is easily one of the most touching moments in the show's third season.
In this writer's opinion, this is the perfect Bandit and Chilli episode. There's something so incredibly intimate about seeing the moment the two of them first connected, as well as the use of the '80s setting to resonate with the adult audience. Ludo knows who's watching, and they know how to go right for the feels.
"Smoochy Kiss" (Season 3, Episode 35)
Of course, there was no way we weren't going to include this episode. As fun as the quest for the titular "Smoochy Kiss" is, the real heart of the episode is the literal heart of the episode!
"Ya gotta take the good with the bad, kid." Has there ever been any piece of truer relationship advice in this show? Not only does this episode present just how fun Chilli and Bandit's relationship dynamic is, but also how grounded in reality it can often be. Fluffies and all, these dogs are definitely in love.
All these episodes and more can be watched on Disney+ and ABC iView.