10 Most Rewatchable Episodes Of Bluey

The Australian animated children’s show Bluey is a global phenomenon, and part of the reason is that the episodes are so rewatchable. Viewers of all ages readily proclaim Bluey to be the best modern kids’ show, thanks in large part to how accessible it is for both children and the adults who watch the show with them. For every entertaining preschool dilemma that’s presented, there is a well-timed movie quote or visual reference. Because there are so many background Easter eggs and subtle visual gags, Bluey fans can discover new delights with every viewing.

Bluey‘s quick episode runtime also yields plenty of turnover; at around six minutes per episode (not counting credits), it’s common practice to watch several episodes at a time. That sort of chunk viewing eats up the 150+ episodes that are currently available on Disney+ quickly, with many parents and children starting back at the beginning once they’ve finished. While an argument can be made for nearly any episode based on what kind of mood you’re in, some episodes of Bluey simply lend themselves to multiple viewings.

10

The Beach

Season 1, Episode 26

“The Beach” is a great example of just how much the creators of Bluey are able to pack into a single, quick episode. It begins with the Heelers enjoying the basics of the beach, but turns when Bluey decides that she is going to follow her mom’s footsteps along the beach. As she wanders down the beach in the direction of her mother, Bluey encounters many of the elements that are typical of an Australian beach, including various forms of wildlife, an elaborate old sandcastle, and those “cheeky waves”.

The episode manages to feature a full-fledged solo adventure for Bluey in just a few minutes, which is part of why it’s so rewatchable. In the course of that adventure, it also manages to provide one of the best perspectives of who Bluey is as a character. Her walk along the beach showcases her imagination, her sensitivity, and her ever-present bravery, all of which are key aspects of what makes the blue heeler puppy such a magnetic character. The brightness and beauty of the animation also acts as an instant mood-lifter, as is the case with many Bluey episodes.

9

Camping

Season 1, Episode 43

“Camping” is commonly found on “Best of Bluey” lists due to both the purity and depth of its message. Bluey encounters a French-speaking labrador whose family is visiting Australia from Canada. Although they can’t understand each other’s words, they manage to communicate simply through play, proving just how little words actually matter when it comes to understanding one another. Jean Luc’s family leaves before Bluey has a chance to properly say goodbye (Jean Luc tried, but she didn’t understand him), leading to her sad realization that she’ll likely never see him again.

The emotional depth of the episode is among the strongest examples in the show, as Chilli’s explanation of valuing the time you have with a special person is beautiful and widely applicable. However, Bluey isn’t content to leave its audience on a sad note; a time-lapse cleverly centered around a tree that Bluey and Jean Luc planted together reveals that Bluey and Jean Luc reunite in the same place as teenagers. While it’s not necessary to enjoy the episode more than once, it’s a fun exercise to reverse the language and subtitles to understand Jean Luc’s side of the conversation.

8

Sleepytime

Season 2, Episode 9

“Sleepytime” is one of the most universally-celebrated episodes of Bluey, and it has captured several prestigious awards, including an International Emmy ® Kids Award in 2020. The episode’s score and art direction are among the very best in the show, and it’s so incredibly relatable for any parent who’s tried to get young children to stay in bed. The episode is a tearjerker for anyone with kids, as the love that a parent has for their children has never been more beautifully expressed on television. No matter how many times a parent watches it, the emotional impact is there every time.

7

Escape

Season 2, Episode 18

“Escape” is among Bluey‘s most cleverly-executed unusual episodes, as it plays out almost entirely on a legal pad with hastily-drawn characters meant to emulate how Bluey and Bingo would draw the scenes. While in the car on their way to Nana’s, the four Heelers play an imagination problem-solving game, in which Chilli and Bandit try to get away from the kids (and vice versa). It’s a fun visual change-up from the typical animation style, and the silly, fast-paced, imaginary game that plays out is just as entertaining for adults as it is for kids, making it extremely rewatchable.

6

Grandad

Season 2, Episode 29

Bluey‘s universe is loaded with ancillary characters who help give the show a ton of flavor and style, and keep things from ever feeling repetitive. Chilli’s outdoorsman ex-military father Mort is one of the most charming of those characters, as his old-school outlook on the world is perfectly endearing and relatable to many with older relatives who prefer the world as it was. “Grandad” features Mort’s first appearance, and the episode chronicles Chilli’s pursuit of her father and her children as they flee through the woods where she grew up.

It’s another fun adventure episode that includes an added element for the show’s adult viewers with aging parents, or who might be aging parents themselves. It provides a heartwarming reminder about how far parenting actually extends, and how the role of caretaker eventually ends up switching. It also features the hilarious Maynard, Mort’s eccentric friend and neighbor who attempts to hide Mort and the kids from Chilli. “Grandad” features a terrific blend of fun and heart, making it eminently rewatchable.

5

Typewriter

Season 2, Episode 49

This list would not be complete without at least one episode involving Bluey’s teacher Calypso, voiced by singer/songwriter Megan Washington, one of the show’s best ongoing guest stars. The episode plays out like an abridged version of The Wizard of Oz, with Bluey and her friends Winton and Snickers traveling to see Calypso to help them each with a personal problem. Along the way, they are harassed by the Terriers, triplet Schnauzer puppies who are obsessed with playing as sword-wielding (or in the case of “Typewriter”, bows and arrows) Scottish warriors.

The episode features Calypso’s near-magical ability to get her charges to solve their own problems, acting as a guiding hand but leaving room for them to discover solutions. It’s one of the funnier episodes of season 2, as it features the subplot about Winton being a “space invader” and Snickers coming to terms with and embracing his sausage dog body, saving his friends with a “sausage roll” down the hill. Some of Bluey’s most rewatchable episodes are ones that don’t focus on Bluey or the Heeler family, and this is a great example of why that format works so well.

4

Rain

Season 3, Episode 18

“Rain” is unique in Bluey because it features virtually no dialogue. It is largely reliant on the sound of rain and a beautiful score that is included on the third album from the show, Bluey: Dance Mode!. The sheer peace that it generates is truly soothing, and it’s the main reason that it’s such a rewatchable episode. Bluey’s constant attempts to get into the house for more water-damming materials and Chilli’s inability to stop her make for some enjoyable comedy, but Chilli deciding to give up and help Bluey is the moment that makes the episode.

3

Fairytale

Season 3, Episode 25

“Fairytale” is another spin off the usual formula for Bluey, as it features an extended flashback to when Bandit and Bluey and Bingo’s uncles Stripe and Rad used to go on vacation to the beach as kids. It’s a very funny episode that involves Bandit getting “jinxed”, but the main reason it’s rewatchable is how many references from the magical place called “The 80s” there are. Eagle-eyed viewers will find many visual Easter eggs throughout the episode that recall that decade, regardless of whether you grew up in Australia or America.

2

Family Meeting

Season 3, Episode 27

“Family Meeting” is Bluey at its absolute cheekiest, and is forever rewatchable because of how downright funny it is. The episode features the world’s silliest courtroom drama, as Bluey and Bandit make their cases about whether Bandit “fluffied” in Bluey’s face that morning. Bingo is at her best in an ancillary role, accepting lollipop bribes to lie for Bluey and operating the exhibit of evidence known as the Fluffy Meter. Once the matter is settled, the episode ends with perhaps its funniest gag: Chilli silently fluffies herself after presiding as judge over the entire affair.

The episode proves that well-executed potty humor will always work on viewers of any age. For as deep and profound as some of the lessons and episodes of Bluey are, downright silly episodes like “Family Meeting”, “TV Shop”, and “Granny Mobile” are among the show’s very best.

1

Cricket

Season 3, Episode 47

Hardcore Bluey fans know that at one point in the show’s development, Bluey’s friend Rusty was supposed to be the main protagonist, and “Cricket” shows that creator Joe Brumm still has so much affection for the character. At a birthday party in the park, the dads work together to try to get Rusty out while playing cricket, the unofficial national sport of Australia. “Cricket” is rewatchable not only to see how Rusty foils the dads’ best efforts (and some light cheating) to beat a six-year-old cricket prodigy, but also because it’s a true showcase for Rusty as a character.

In the course of a single episode, Rusty’s steadfast determination, bravery, and kindness all shine through, whether he’s facing down a Great Dane bowler with pace or working on his square cut. The glimpse at Rusty’s innate skill at cricket culminates with him finally ending the game in the park by perfectly placing a hit right at his little sister for her to catch. “Cricket” also features a look into Rusty’s future as a professional cricket player, which acts as an exclamation point on one of the show’s most entertaining and uplifting episodes.

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Release Date

September 30, 2018

Directors

Richard Jeffery, Joe Brumm

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