The finale of Bluey season 3, which aired in the US on Disney+ on April 14, left viewers of all ages deeply moved. The emotions were high for various reasons, especially as the episode “The Sign” revolves around the Heeler family’s impending move to a new city.
Yet, there’s a sense that the episode is also a symbolic series finale. Created by Joe Brumm and produced by Queensland’s Ludo Studio, Bluey, the series about an energetic and imaginative anthropomorphic cattle dog puppy, has captured the hearts of Australians and audiences worldwide since it first aired in 2018.
“The Sign” brings Bluey’s journey to a poignant crossroads (Photo: Bluey Season 3/Ludo Studio)The show’s titular character, a 6-year-old pup at the start of the series, is full of energy and creativity. Bluey, the show, frequently addresses difficult topics in a way that’s easy for all ages to understand, and “The Sign” stays true to this formula.
Along with her parents, Bandit and Chilli, and her younger sister Bingo, Bluey learns important life lessons. The show has become known for handling serious issues while still appealing to both kids and adults. Some episodes, like “The Sign,” prove that the series resonates just as much with parents and adults as it does with children.
When Bandit gets a new job, it’s not just Bluey who struggles with the idea of moving. As Bluey processes her mixed feelings about the situation, it almost feels like the show might be preparing its audience for a potential end.
Bluey’s Season 3 Ending Feels Like a Series Finale
Bluey’s “The Sign” Deals with Endings and Change
In the penultimate episode of Bluey season 3, titled “Ghost Basket,” Bandit and Chilli do their best to prepare their daughters for the move. Bandit takes on the role of a real estate agent while Chilli pretends to be a potential buyer.
The girls dress up as elderly women who have lived in the house for years. When Chilli agrees to buy the house, Bluey and Bingo’s granny characters claim the house is haunted to discourage her. Bandit eventually tells them they can stay if they wish, showcasing the weight the actual move has on Bluey’s family.
The emotions surrounding the upcoming change are felt deeply by everyone in the episode, making it a fitting lead-up to the finale. In “The Sign,” Bluey realizes that there’s no avoiding the move. She confides in her classmates at school, and they express their sympathy.
Bluey’s teacher explains that life is full of both happy and sad endings, and it’s just a part of life. Later in the episode, Frisky, who is about to marry Bluey’s Uncle Radley, gets cold feet about the wedding. Bluey and Chilli set off to find Frisky, and through a touching conversation, Chilli opens up about not wanting to move either.
The episode touches on themes of inevitable change and the emotions that come with it, making it a perfect conclusion for the series.
The Sign Ties Up Bluey’s Storylines and Offers Emotional Closure
Bluey’s heartwarming finale looks into growth, change, and family (Photo: Bluey Season 3/Ludo Studio)Bluey’s Season 3 Finale Delivers Satisfying References and Cameos
Bluey’s “The Sign” is filled with Easter eggs, references, and cameos, making it highly satisfying for long-time fans. Aside from resolving Rad and Frisky’s wedding plotline, the episode includes callbacks to earlier moments in the series.
For example, Nana and Grandpa Bob show they can still floss during a wedding dance, and Bluey’s cherished runaway balloon, Greeny, makes a brief appearance. The special also brings closure to one of the show’s most emotional storylines, revealing that Bluey’s Aunt Brandy, who had struggled with infertility, is now happily pregnant.
Likely, Bluey won’t return with new episodes until 2025. One of the most emotional moments in the episode references the iconic “Baby Race” from season two. In that episode, Chilli recalls the journey of baby Bluey learning to walk and the anxiety she felt watching her daughter struggle to keep up with her peers.
Chilli’s feelings were eased when another mom reassured her. The episode ends with a touching scene where Chilli stands in the kitchen while Bluey takes her first steps. In a beautiful full-circle moment, Chilli recalls this moment while standing in the kitchen before leaving the family home in “The Sign.”
Bluey Season 4’s Future Remains Uncertain, But That’s Okay
A Break Before Bluey Returns with More Episodes
For some time, there were concerns that Bluey might not return for season 4. Though Ludo Studio has confirmed that season 4 is in development, production has not yet started. Producer Dale Pearson revealed that the writers of Bluey would be taking a well-deserved break after writing over 150 episodes in quick succession.
Once the team is rested and ready, it’s safe to say that a season four renewal is likely. If “The Sign” had been the final episode of the series, it would have ended on a high note, hitting all the right emotional beats. Ending a series while it’s still at its peak is always the best decision.
