New Bluey Compilation Coming to Cinemas

A new Bluey at the Cinema collection, titled Playdates with Friends, will be arriving in cinemas across the U.K., Ireland and key European markets this year.

Curated by BBC Studios and Ludo Studio, Bluey at the Cinema: Playdates with Friends Collection features eight episodesthat celebrate play, friendship and family. It builds on the success of the franchise’s previous theatrical compilations: Family Trip Collection and Let’s Play Chef Collection.

The new release is a collaboration between BBC Studios, Vue Lumière and Piece of Magic Entertainment. Vue Lumière will release the collection in the U.K. and Ireland on March 27, while Piece of Magic Entertainment will roll it out across Spain, Poland, Italy, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg in the spring.

“Bluey at the Cinema has become a really special way for families to come together and experience the show in a shared, joyful setting,” said Dwayne Clarke, head of marketing for Bluey for the U.K. and EMEA. “Playdates with Friends builds on that connection, bringing the warmth, humor and spirit of play that fans love about Bluey onto the big screen. We’re incredibly grateful to the BBC Studios Kids & Family team, alongside Joe Brumm and Ludo Studio, whose creativity and care continue to shape the world of Bluey, and proud to work with our partners to extend that experience for audiences across the U.K., Ireland and Europe.”

Johnny Carr, head of event cinema and distribution at Vue Lumière, commented, “Bluey has become a true event for family audiences, and we’re delighted to be continuing our collaboration with BBC Studios and Piece of Magic on this new collection. The success of previous releases across the U.K., Ireland and Europe shows how much families love experiencing Bluey on the big screen, and Playdates with Friends Collection is a joyful next chapter.”

Caspar Nadaud, CEO and founder of Piece of Magic Entertainment, added, “After the success of Bluey at the Cinema: Let’s Play Chef Collection, we are excited to bring another Bluey collection to cinemas across Europe. The continued enthusiasm from families and exhibitors shows just how special Bluey is and the resonance it has on the big screen. We are proud to work with our partners BBC Studio and Vue Lumière to deliver another playful cinematic experience.”