The Royal Australian Mint has released a new Bluey coin, based on the much-watched ‘Cricket’ episode from the animated children’s series. The colourful coin features Rusty, an impressive batter in the show, who hits a ball while Bluey cheers on from the field behind him.
For families who know Bluey through make-believe games, sibling chaos and small everyday adventures, the appeal has always been bigger than a single episode. Mattel is now trying to turn that familiarity into something fans can physically play with across several of its best-known brands.
Few shows, especially in recent years, have enchanted both children and parents alike in the way that “Bluey” has. The Australian kids’ series premiered in 2018, following the day-to-day adventures of a family of Australian cattle dogs. Across three seasons and over 150 episodes, main character Bluey’s childhood is fueled by her parents’ encouragement of imaginative…
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