NEED TO KNOW
- Bluey, the Australian animated children’s series, follows the titular Blue Heeler puppy and her family
- There have been two Christmas-themed episodes and several mini episodes since the Joe Brumm-created show launched on ABC Kids in 2018
- The Bluey holiday installments and shorts are now streaming on Disney+ or YouTube
It’s a Bluey Christmas! Celebrate the holidays Aussie-style with everyone’s favorite dogs from Down Under.
The hit Australian animated series premiered on ABC Kids in October 2018, following the titular Blue Heeler puppy and her adventures with her family, including father Bandit (David McCormack), mother Chilli (Melanie Zanetti) and younger sister Bingo.
Created by Joe Brumm, Bluey has aired two Christmas-themed episodes and several holiday shorts — called “bonus bits” — all of which are available to stream after watching kid-friendly Christmas movies.
Ahead of the long-awaited Bluey film that’s set to arrive in theaters in 2027, revisit these holiday-centric stories featuring the lovable Heeler family.
Keep reading for a list of all the series’ Christmas episodes and where to watch them.
Series 1: “Verandah Santa”
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On “Verandah Santa,” Bluey learns that Santa only visits well-behaved children, which becomes an issue after she becomes agitated with a friend. With the help of her loving parents, Bluey learns the importance of being kindhearted.
Watch “Verandah Santa” on Disney+
Series 2: “Christmas Swim”
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Bluey receives a stuffed toy named Bartlebee while celebrating Christmas with her extended family on “Christmas Swim.” When Bluey’s loved ones play too roughly with her new toy during a day at the pool, Aunt Frisky (Claudia O’Doherty) convinces her to give everyone a second chance.
Watch “Christmas Swim” on Disney+
Bonus Bit: “Crazy Christmas Lights”
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On “Crazy Christmas Lights,” Bluey reads a book while lounging beside the Christmas tree, and Bingo plays with the lights using a remote control.
Watch “Crazy Christmas Lights” on YouTube
Bonus Bit: “Silent Night (Before Christmas)”
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Bandit attempts to put Bingo to sleep with his special rendition of the classic Christmas carol “Silent Night” while quietly attempting to escape.
Watch “Silent Night (Before Christmas)” on YouTube
Bonus Bit: “Jingle Bells”
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On “Jingle Bells,” Bluey and Bingo try to sneak a peek at their presents under the Christmas tree and can’t help but giggle when they begin singing their own rendition of a Christmas classic.
Watch “Jingle Bells” on YouTube
Bonus Bit: “The Christmas Xylophone”
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Bluey reacquaints herself with the titular instrument in a sweet throwback to the beloved pup’s very first episode.
Watch “The Christmas Xylophone” on YouTube
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