Blue's Clues has been a beloved children's show and a groundbreaking Nickelodeon television series for the past 26 years. Debuted in 1996, it ran for six seasons before concluding its run in 2006. However, its legacy did not end there, as a reboot of the series titled Blue's Clues & You! was produced and brought to the children of the new generation in 2019. After all these years, Paramount+ has released a trailer for Blue's Big City Adventure, the franchise's first feature film.
This feature-length film from Nickelodeon Animation features the original franchise's hosts as well as some notable movie stars as guests. Fans of Blue's Clues, young and old alike, would like to relive the adventures of their beloved dog, Blue, and its entertaining friends, Josh, Steve, and Joe. As the film revisits the classic old storytelling with brand-new songs and a storyline befitting the interests of kids and families, here's what we know about the upcoming exciting adventure.
Blue's Big City Adventure: The Plot
Blue, the world's most beloved puppy, is about to embark on a new adventure with her best friend, Josh, when they are provided the opportunity of a lifetime — attending the audition for Rainbow Puppy's Broadway musical. When Josh and Blue visit NYC for the first time, he forgets his handy dandy notebook, which allows him to record the clues to everything, and they get lost in the city.
As a result, the duo seizes this opportunity to explore the city by making new friends and discovering the magic of dance and music.
Alternatively, Mr. Salt and Mrs. Pepper discover that Josh has forgotten his book and embark on their own journey to assist them by reuniting with their friends Steve and Joe. In this exciting reunion, all the animated and live-action friends will meet for the first time in the Big Apple.
Blue's Big City Adventure: The Cast
The original cast from Blue's Clues will appear in the upcoming sing-and-dance musical film. Josh (Joshua Dela Cruz) will reprise his role as the film's main protagonist, guiding Blue (voiced by Paige Johnson). Steve (Steve Burns), a detective with Blue Prints Detective Agency, and his younger brother Joe (Donovan Patton) will later join the adventure to assist the main characters.
Aside from the main cast, the film will feature supporting characters Lola (Carolyn Fe), Josh's grandmother, and Aly (Izzy Nagel), who appeared in A Blue's Clues Festival of Lights. Camila (Gaitrie Persaud Dhunmoon) will appear as a librarian simultaneously, as will a few other characters such as Pretzel Lady, Drummer Band, Rainbow Puppy Owner, Juggling Auditioner, and Dancers. The fan-favorite animated characters Mailbox, Mr. Salt, Mrs. Pepper, Paprika, Ginger, and many others from the original series will perform in the film to add to the fun.
However, the film's highlight is the special star appearances of BD Wong (Jurassic Park), Alex Winter (Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure), Taboo (The Black Eyed Peas), Philipa Soo (Into the Woods), and Steven Pasquale (American Crime Story).
Produced by Nickelodeon Animation, the film is directed by Matt Stawski, known for his work on Side Effects and California Dreaming. Liz Maccie and Angela Santomero are responsible for the script, and Derek McKane handles the cinematography.
Release Date and Everything Else We Know
Blue's Big City Adventure, the first feature-length film in the Blue's franchise, will premiere on Paramount+ on November 18, 2022. Considering it is set in the same universe as Blue's Clues, fans will feel right at home watching it. The best thing about the Blue's Clues series is that each episode is relatable and creative, assisting children in developing their minds by imparting wisdom. Burns filmed a video for the show's 25th anniversary the previous year, addressing how he left in the middle of the show, leaving fans emotionally empty. His exact words are as follows:
"You remember how when we were younger, we used to run around and hang out with Blue and find clues, and talk to Mr. Salt, and freak out about the mail, and do all the fun stuff? And then one day, I was like, 'Oh hey, guess what? Big news… I'm leaving.'"
As a result, viewers are pleased to see Steve Burns return in Blue's Big City Adventure. His quest to find Josh and Blue, in particular, makes the movie more exciting and gives the fans a sense of nostalgia. The franchise spanned generations, and people who have watched it since its beginning have grown up and even had children of their own. Furthermore, the film explores the intriguing scenario of Josh forgetting his handy dandy notebook and getting lost in New York. These situations occur in our daily lives, and we can all relate to them in some way.
As the film is still a few weeks away, you can listen to the lead single, "On Our Way," by Republic Record: Kids & Family, released on October 7th. The franchise has announced that the full-length album of original songs will not be coming out until November 18th. Meanwhile, check out the trailer to relive the stunning visuals and prepare for the tearjerker that's about to unfold.