It's a good day to be a Bluey fan. While we all wait patiently for season 4 of the hit children's cartoon, new mini-episodes have landed to keep you entertained in the meantime.

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From dad buying a new robot to nana reading an old story written by Bandit, these bite-sized Bluey adventures are the perfect pick-me-up.

The show first aired back in 2018, introducing viewers to the wild antics of the Heeler family.

The 2D animation about a family of Cattle Dogs in Brisbane captures the glee of childhood and parenting, and soon became a firm family favourite.

"I think Bluey is a show that's obviously made with an age group in mind, but it is for everyone," Melanie Zanetti (who voices Bluey's mother Chilli) told RadioTimes.com.

"It's real," continued producer Andrew Kay. "That's the extraordinary thing about [Joe Brumm's] writing, that nothing is off the table. He will cover difficult topics: sadness, loss, all those things, in a children's show.

"When we started this show in Madison Square Garden, it was amazing. We had grandparents, parents, uncles and children. The adults came just as much as the children."

The Heeler family from Bluey standing next to a tree with a swing set
Bluey. Ludo Studio

Zanetti went on to recall encounters with parents, teachers and young people who have praised Bluey for helping both them and their children overcome hurdles in their lives.

"I did a Comic-Con for the first time, and I expected the children and parents who loved it," she said. "But the people in their 20s, who would say things like, 'I had a really difficult childhood and this show is re-parenting me.'

"[There were] a lot of Gen Z people saying, 'This is my comfort show and helps with my anxiety.' I had a woman say she works in foster care and for most of these children, this is the only example they have of a functioning family."

"So the fact that it is putting out such joy, but also potentially helping to build a generation of parents and children in a beautiful direction, is just astounding to me."

Read on for everything you need to know about how to watch Bluey in the UK.

Where to watch Bluey in the UK: When are new episodes coming to Disney Plus?

Bluey and friends sitting on a park bench
Bluey. Ludo Studio/BBC

While Bluey airs on ABC Kids in its home territory of Australia, in the UK episodes of the series are available to stream on Disney Plus.

Brand new Minisodes are available to watch right now on Disney Plus for those of you in the UK.

"The collection of one-to-three-minute Bluey 'Minisodes' is written by Bluey creator Joe Brumm and produced by Ludo Studio," reads the official synopsis.

"The shorts highlight funny and sweet moments featuring Bluey and Bingo, leaning into playful interactions and games that further explore the characters and world of Bluey."

The Minisodes arrived on ABC Kids and ABC iview on 16th June in Australia.

How many seasons of Bluey are available?

There have currently been three seasons of Bluey, which in Australia have aired in different batches – alongside the new mini-episodes.

A fourth season is on its way.

In the UK, viewers currently have access to the first three seasons and mini-episodes on Disney Plus.

The third season launched on 12th January 2024 in the US and around the world on Disney Plus, achieving 1.5 billion minutes between 15th and 21st January and topping the streaming chart.

What is Bluey about?

The official synopsis for Bluey says: "Bluey is an inexhaustible six year-old Blue Heeler dog who loves to play and turns everyday family life into extraordinary adventures, developing her imagination as well as her mental, physical and emotional resilience."

The hit children's animated series has been airing in Australia on ABC Kids since 2018.

There is also a live stage show, Bluey’s Big Play, touring over 30 theatres in the UK and Ireland in 2024, featuring puppets, sets and brand new music. You can find out how to get tickets for the play right now.

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James HibbsDrama Writer

James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.

Molly MossTrends Writer

Molly Moss is a Trends Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest trends across TV, film and more. She has an MA in Newspaper Journalism and has previously written for publications including The Guardian, The Times and The Sun Online.

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