‘Bluey’ will join Disney Experiences at its US theme parks and cruise lines beginning in 2025

Disney Experiences announced today Blueythe beloved Emmy®-winning animated series that has captured hearts around the world will join Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida on land and Disney Cruise Line at sea.

From January 2025, families aboard Disney Cruise Line voyages originating from Australia and New Zealand can interact with Bluey and her sister, Bingo like never before. From special meet-and-greets to an interactive game filled with clues that ends in a dance party with Bluey’s signature moves, families in the region can take a magical vacation with their favorite blue heels.

The producers of Blueythe multi-Emmy Award-winning Ludo Studio, is working closely with BBC Studios and Disney on a range of special activations for fans to enjoy. Details on how guests can meet Bluey and her family at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort will be shared in the coming months.

The announcement comes as part of a larger expansion of The Walt Disney Company’s global relationship with BBC Studios for Bluey. The new deal sees Disney acquire the global theatrical rights to the film, which will be produced by Ludo Studio in association with BBC Studios, and which will hit cinemas in 2027 under the Disney banner. After the global theatrical release, it will be streamed on Disney+. The film will also be shown on ABC iview and ABC Kids in Australia after its theatrical release.

Josh D’Amaro, President, Disney Experiences said: “Bluey has become a household name for families around the world, and we’re excited to bring her story to life in new ways. We can’t wait to see our youngest guests and their families create memories with Bluey at our parks and on our cruises.”

Ludo Studio, said:“‘It’s a beautiful day to sail’ and we are incredibly excited that Bluey and Bingo will be sailing on Disney Cruises and bringing the magic of Bluey to families on the high seas!”

Nicki Sheard, CEO, BBC Studios, Brands and Licensing, said: “The Heeler family’s debut at Disney Theme Parks and Cruises is truly the icing on the cake for what has been an exceptional year for Bluey. We are committed to creating the very best experiences for our fans and can’t wait to open the doors to families next year.”

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 US, with more than 50.5 billion minutes watched (842 million hours). (*Source: Nielsen Media Research; Streaming Content Ratings 1/1/24-11/24/24). The show has also won numerous awards, including a Peabody Award in 2024 and a number of Television Critics Circle Awards in 2023 and 2024.