Disney Experiences is bringing the popular Emmy-winning Australian animated TV show, Bluey, to Disney Cruise Line, Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort in 2025. Beginning in January, Disney Cruise Line voyages sailing from Australia and New Zealand will feature Bluey and her sister Bingo where they will offer meet-and-greets and an interactive, clue-filled game that ends in a dance party.
“Bluey has become a household name for families around the world and we are thrilled to bring her story to life in new ways,” said Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences. “We can’t wait to watch our youngest guests and their families make memories with Bluey in our parks and on our cruises.”
Bluey is available in more than 140 countries and is the most-watched series globally on Disney+, and the most-watched series on streaming through November 2024. The show has won several awards, including a Peabody award in 2024, and Television Critics Association Award in 2023 and 2024.
Nicki Sheard, CEO, BBC Studios, Brands and Licensing, said, “The Heeler family’s debut at Disney Theme Parks and Cruises really is the icing on the cake for what has been an exceptional year for Bluey. We are committed to creating the very best-in-class experiences for our fans and can’t wait to open the doors to families next year.”
The announcement is part of a collaboration between The Walt Disney Company and BBC Studios in which Disney also acquired the global theatrical rights for the upcoming “Bluey” film to be released in 2027. The film will be produced by Ludo Studio and BBC Studios.
Guests will find Bluey experiences aboard Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wonder in January. The vessel will sail 3- and 4-night itineraries from Sydney through mid-February 2025. She will return to sail 3- to 5-night voyages. from Auckland, New Zealand in the fall.
Ludo Studio, said, “’It’s a lovely day to go boat riding’ and we’re incredibly excited that Bluey and Bingo will be sailing on Disney Cruises, bringing Bluey’s magic to families on the high seas!”
More details about Bluey and her family sailing aboard Disney Cruise Line vessels will be released in the coming months.