The creative mind behind the beloved children’s show Bluey is moving into very different territory. Joe Brumm is now working as an executive producer on an adult animated comedy for Hulu called Deano. This marks Brumm’s first project aimed at grown-ups, and it is already generating significant buzz.
The streaming platform has officially ordered eight episodes of the half-hour series. Deano is adapted from a popular web series titled Childish Deano and comes from its original creators, Dean Thomas and David Ferrier. Thomas will also provide the voice for the main character .
What Is Deano About?
The show centers on an eight-year-old boy named Deano. According to the official description released by Disney, Deano is a “spirited cheeky charmer of a boy” who lives in a tough neighborhood, in a house that “should be condemned” .
Despite his difficult surroundings, Deano has no idea that life has stacked the odds against him. He moves through his world with a fearless attitude and embraces everyone he meets. This includes local teenage dropouts and even the town police chief .
The heart of the series lies in the friendship between Deano and his best mate, Kit. Kit comes from a wealthy family and is timid, but he is drawn to Deano’s energy and fearless way of looking at the world. Together, they navigate an “unfiltered world” that is short on empathy .
“Deano is a spirited cheeky charmer of a boy, whose tough exterior coats a real heart of gold,” the official synopsis reads .
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From Bluey to Deano
For parents who know Joe Brumm from the gentle, heartfelt stories of Bluey, this new project represents a major shift. Bluey has become a global phenomenon for its relatable family moments and positive messages. With Deano, Brumm is stepping into the world of adult animation for the first time .
The series promises a different tone. Descriptions of the show mention “biting satire” and a “wickedly irreverent” style . It mixes the chaos of modern family life with humor aimed at an older audience.
Dean Thomas and David Ferrier, the show’s creators, expressed their excitement about the opportunity. They are thrilled to bring their character to a worldwide audience with the backing of major networks.
“We’re so excited to bring our spicy child and his sidekick to a global audience with two of the world’s biggest story megaphones in Disney and the BBC,” Thomas and Ferrier said in a joint statement. “It’s so unreal we’re half expecting someone to tell us it’s a prank” .
Who Is Making Deano?
Deano is a major co-production involving several key studios. BBC Studios is the lead studio, and they are working with Hooligan Animation and 20th Television Animation . The animation is being handled by Hooligan Animation at their studios in Brisbane, Australia. The production is receiving support from the Australian Federal government’s Producer Offset and a PDV grant from the State of Queensland .
A strong team of executive producers is attached to the project. Alongside Joe Brumm, the team includes Greg Basser, Tracey Robertson, Ross Shuman, Nathan Mayfield, and Tracey Vieira from Hooligan. Adam Bailey is also on board as an executive producer for BBC Studios .
Zai Bennett, the CEO and chief creative officer of BBC Studios Global Content, spoke highly of the project. He noted that this series represents BBC Studios’ first move into adult animation.
“Deano is smart, character-driven, and wickedly irreverent โ the kind of series that stays with you long after the credits roll,” Bennett said .
Where and When to Watch Deano
The distribution plan for Deano is already set, although a specific release date has not been announced yet. Viewers in the United States will be able to watch the show on Hulu. It will also be available on Hulu on Disney+ for those who have the bundle subscription .
For audiences outside the US, the show will stream on Disney+ internationally. In the United Kingdom, the series has a special arrangement. It will premiere first on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. After that initial window, it will also be available to stream on Disney+ in the UK .
The series is set to run for eight episodes, each lasting half an hour .
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