Wilbert Vere Awdry OBE (15 June 1911 – 21 March 1997), often credited as Rev. W. Awdry, was an English Anglican minister, railway enthusiast, and children's author. He is best remembered as the creator of Thomas the Tank Engine and several other characters who appeared in his Railway Series.
Follow the attempt made to drive the 'Flying Scotsman' from London's King's Cross to Edinburgh's Waverley station without stopping.
Release Date1968-08-11
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The classic story from 'Four Little Engines' as you've NEVER seen it before! Written and told by the Rev. W. Awdry himself!
Release Date2025-07-20
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This feature length documentary takes an intimate look at the impact of the popular children's television series Thomas & Friends. Around the world and from different walks of life, generations of adult fans reflect on their love for the show, and how it has forever changed the course of their lives. They're not just fans either. Many are preserving props from the television series, and some have even managed to work on the series itself as both writers and consultants.
Release Date2023-11-27
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This film is an account of the Talyllyn Railway, a historic narrow-gauge slate carrier in Tywyn, Wales, and its operation by a preservation society who saved it from being sold for scrap. Although the release date is 1965, it was actually filmed in the early 1950s. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Release Date1965-01-01
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Semi-Biographical film documenting the life of The Reverend Wilbert Awdry, creator of the beloved Thomas The tank Engine Stories
Release Date1995-02-25
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Thomas & Friends is a British children's television series, which had its first broadcast on the ITV network on 4 September 1984. It is based on The Railway Series of books by the Reverend Wilbert Awdry and his son, Christopher Awdry. These books deal with the adventures of a group of anthropomorphised locomotives and road vehicles who live on the fictional Island of Sodor. The books were based on stories Wilbert told to entertain his son, Christopher during his recovery from measles. From Series one to four, many of the stories are based on events from Awdry's personal experience.
Release Date1984-10-09
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Episode Count83
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In a reboot of the classic TV series, a younger Thomas The Tank Engine goes on adventures with all of his friends, as they work on the Island of Sodor.
Release Date2021-08-23
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Mr. Conductor's supply of magic gold dust, which allows him to travel between Shining Time and Thomas's island, is critically low. Unfortunately, he doesn't know how to get more. Meanwhile, Thomas is fending off attacks by the nasty diesel engines. Getting more gold dust will require help from Mr. C's slacker cousin, his new friend Lily and her morose grandfather, plus the secret engine.
Release Date2000-07-14
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Thomas, Sir Topham Hatt, Percy and their friends have learned many lessons about working together. They have selected their favourite stories to create this collection about getting along with each other. See how Bertie learns to trust Thomas. Watch what happens when James speaks rudely to other engines and when Sir Topham Hatt relies on the big engines - with interesting results! Climb aboard for non-stop DVD fun and excitement.
Release Date1998-02-10
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Skarloey and Rheneas's old line is too battered for them to run on, but Rusty has a plan to repair the line when the quarry is briefly closed down. Join Thomas & Friends for 12 exciting adventures!
Release Date2007-03-07
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On Sir Topham Hatt's railway, it is really important for the engines to prove that they are Responsible, Reliable, and Really Useful - - but this isn't always as easy as it may seem. Join Percy and watch as his hard work leads him on an unusual "up close and personal" tour of Mr. Jolly's Chocolate Factory. Help the engines get the famous singer Alicia Botti to the Island concert in time, and listen to the sound of Duncan's new whistle.
Release Date2003-02-25
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On Sir Topham Hatt's railway, the winter season is a very special time of year and all the engines work extra hard to make the holidays special. But it's not always easy. Find out what could happen if the villagers on the island of Sodor don't get their Yule tree in time for the winter celebration. See if Percy's snow-covered face tricks James and the rest of the engines into thinking they have seen the very scary Jack Frost. Watch if Duck is able to get to Farmer McColl's lambs in time to save theme from being trapped in the the snow. Join Thomas and his very useful friends for some snowy adventures as they work to keep this winter season on track.
Release Date2003-10-14
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It's full steam ahead for Thomas, the little blue engine with the short stumpy funnel, short stumpy boiler and short stumpy dome and his special friends Gordon, Henry, James, Percy, Edward, Toby, Annie and Clarabel the carriages and of course their Boss, the Fat Controller. Now Thomas has a new friend - storyteller Ringo Starr, who says "Thomas is a smashing little engine - he's cheeky and has a mind of his own. Thomas is Number One and never lets anyone forget it!".
Release Date1985-04-01
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The My First Thomas series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of Thomas & Friends. Each collection focuses on key characters from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. Episodes: Break Van; The Deputation; The Diseasel; Donald's Duck; One Good Turn; Heroes; Buffer Bother; Bad Day at Castle Loch.
Release Date2011-02-03
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The "My First Thomas" series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of Thomas & Friends. Each collection focuses on one key character from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. Episodes: James and the Coaches; Trouble in the Shed; Toby and the Stout Gentleman; A Better View for Gordon; Lady Hatt's Birthday Party; Sir Topham Hatt's Holiday; Thomas and the Birthday Picnic; The Green Controller.
Release Date2011-02-03
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Watch Thomas in his very first adventure, as he cheekily tries to pass a danger sign. To celebrate the 80th anniversary of Thomas & Friends, this unique pilot episode, filmed in 1983, is now available for everyone to enjoy for the very first time.
Release Date1983-05-09
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PEEP-PEEP! Adventures on the Island of Sodor. This time around, watch as Thomas misbehaves, and gets stuck underground. Find out what happens when Duck doubts Diesel. Laugh along as both Gordon and Duck run out of luck with those pesky trucks and Annie and Clarabel spell double trouble for Thomas. Climb aboard and watch the magic come alive with Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends Volume 5!
Release Date1991-01-23
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Release Date2006-08-15
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A "four-quadrant family adventure that blends live-action and animation" and will "tell Thomas' story in a modern and unexpected way".
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Join in on the trick Stuart plays on Duke and see how an elephant leaves Henry all washed up. So make sure your ticket is stamped and don't miss the train for another fun-filled adventure with Thomas & Friends.
Release Date2008-07-22
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The "My First Thomas" series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of Thomas & Friends. Each collection focuses on one key character from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. Episodes: Pop Goes the Diesel; Dirty Work; Diesel Does it Again; The World's Strongest Engine; Thomas to the Rescue; Bold and Brave; Flour Power; Emily and the Special Coaches.
Release Date2011-02-03
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Thomas' best friend is the small green No. 6 engine who loves to deliver the mail, Percy! To celebrate the friendship between Thomas and Percy enjoy 20 fantastic Percy episodes, from the classic live action to the all new animation.
Release Date2012-02-06
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Thomas, the small, mischievous engine lives with all of his friends on the Island of Sodor. They all happily work together on the railway. However, not everything goes well all the time and the little blue engine often has to face a lot of unexpected problems. In the end, they can usually congratulate each other on being Really Useful Engines.
Release Date2009-09-01
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Enjoy a true-blue Christmas with Thomas & Friends! Terence takes a shortcut across a frozen lake while collecting Christmas trees for the holiday market. Disaster strikes as the ice begins to crack, leaving Terence nervously waiting to be rescued! Meanwhile, Daisy is sad when Christmas doesn't go as planned, and Spencer and Gordon upset their passengers when their competitive behavior gets out of hand. Poor Emily gets stuck in the middle while helping bickering brothers Donald and Douglas, and when a big freeze hits Sodor, Diesel finally proves himself to be a hero. Warm up this Christmas with Thomas and his friends!
Release Date2017-10-17
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Release Date1996-01-01
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Travel to the Island of Sodor with Thomas, Percy, James and the rest of the Sodor friends as they embark on this magical, musical ride. Follow the bouncing steam cloud and sing along to six delightful music adventures. Hop aboard for an unforgettable journey of musical excitement.
Release Date2001-02-13
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Thomas and his friends would like to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas. In this special collection of both new stories and seasonal favorites, you'll experience first hand the joy and magic the holiday season brings to the Island of Sodor. In the all-new story "Snow", join in on the fun as Rusty tells the story of when Skarloey was up to his funnel in snow. Cheer on Thomas, Harold, Percy, and Terence as they shovel out stranded villagers just in time for Christmas, and the help the engines find Thomas just in the nick of time for the big Yuletide celebration. Happy Holidays!!!
Release Date2000-09-26
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Release Date2004-11-02
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After Thomas and Percy get spooked by a suspicious rumbling, the engines set off to figure out the secrets of the old mine inside Lookout Mountain.
Release Date2022-10-08
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Release Date2009-03-18
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Release Date2008-01-01
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Thomas is often seen with the No. 5 red engine, James. He has a fine scarlet coat and thinks of himself as a Really Splendid Engine. To celebrate the friendship between Thomas and James, enjoy twenty fantastic James episodes, from the classic live-action to the all new animation. Bust my buffers, it's James. Features the episodes: James and the Coaches, James and the Express, Old Iron, Buzz Buzz, No Joke for James, Percy, James and the Fruitful Day, Time for Trouble, James and the Trouble with Trees, James and the Red Balloon, James and the Queen of Sodor, James Goes Too Far, James Gets a New Coat, Keeping up with James, James the Second Best, James Works it Out, Tickled Pink, Steamy Sodor, James in the Dark, Toby and the Whistling Woods, and James to the Rescue.
Release Date2012-02-06
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Release Date2005-11-08
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5 exciting stories with Thomas the Tank Engine and his friend Toby.
Release Date2002-01-21
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PEEP! PEEP! All aboard for ghostly adventures as Percy has Thomas thinking he's just seen a ghost! But on their next escapade, the tables turn, when Percy puffs away into a giant pile of hay! Meet Oliver who soon learns that trucks can be troublesome and help Donald and Douglas rescue Thomas, the cheeky, mischievous engine. So join volume 11's festivities with Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends, where there are laughs and surprises around each bend.
Release Date1994-08-17
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The 'My First Thomas' series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of 'Thomas & Friends'. Each collection focuses on key characters from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. Episodes: Edward and Gordon; Toby and the Stout Gentleman; Thomas in Trouble; Saved from Scrap; Edward's Exploit; Toby's Tightrope; Toby Had a Little Lamb; Edward the Very Useful Engine.
Release Date2010-08-05
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Release Date2004-08-10
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It is a proud day for The Fat Controller's Railway as the Queen is coming to visit. Henry misses his chance at pulling the Queen's train when a pot of paint gets tipped over him, but Gordon and Thomas are there to help out.
Release Date2002-08-05
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Quarry Adventures on Sodor is a US DVD sampler featuring one fifth series episode narrated by Alec Baldwin and one first series episode narrated by George Carlin.
Release Date2005-05-03
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The best from 1984 to today. To celebrate the success of Thomas & Friends we have put together the very best 20 episodes, from the classic live action to the all new animation. Watch Thomas and his friends in their most thrilling adventures featuring legendary storytellers Ringo Starr and Michael Angelis. It's Full Steam Ahead to the Best of Thomas!
Release Date2010-04-12
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Thomas is a cheeky little engine. He has six small wheels, a short stumpy boiler and a short stumpy dome. Wearing a No. 1 on his side and never letting anyone forget it, Thomas is joined in his adventures on the Island of Sodor by his many engine friends. Enjoy these 6 Thomas stories brought to life by storyteller Ringo Starr.
Release Date1990-10-08
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Release Date2005-09-13
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All Aboard for the 10 all-time favourite Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends stories. Special friends of Thomas of all ages and from all around the country were asked to select their very own favourite adventures. This video features the ten most popular stories, specially introduced by the children themselves. Join Thomas, Percy, Gordon, Duck, Henry, Peter Sam, Terence, Edward, Donald and Douglas and of course The Fat Controller in these stories you will enjoy watching again and again.
Release Date1995-11-20
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This special presentation features one and a half hours of Thomas' favourite Christmas stories. Narrated by Ringo Starr and Michael Angelis, this festive video is packed with loads of exciting adventures about Thomas and his friends.
Release Date1996-10-07
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The 'My First Thomas' series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of 'Thomas & Friends'. Each collection focuses on one key character from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. 8 adventures with Thomas: The Runaway; Better Late Than Never; Thomas Gets Bumped; Thomas, Percy and the Post Train; Trust Thomas; Edward, Trevor and the Really Useful Party; A Bad Day for Harold the Helicopter; Harold and the Flying Horse.
Release Date2010-08-05
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Release Date2007-01-01
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This commemorative Collector's Edition DVD celebrates 10 years of Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends in America, and highlights Thomas' favorite friends, as chosen by the experts - his loyal fans! Children love Thomas and his friends because they can identify with their everyday friendships, squabbles, and rivalries and parents love Thomas because of its entertaining wholesome qualities that teach gentle messages important in developing good morals and values. In this anniversary DVD, children from across the country came out for a special day with Thomas to share with us their favorite Thomas friends and episodes, and to help us choose these 10 classic Thomas stories. In a live-action clip introducing each episode, you'll learn straight from the fans just what they like about their favorite characters. The grand finale features the music of Thomas' theme with special appearances by all the friends Thomas has made over the last 10 years!
Release Date1999-09-14
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PEEP! PEEP! Sir Topham Hatt has a wish for you, "Enjoy the Holiday series, and our eight jolly adventures too!" The Island of Sodor is covered with snow including Mrs. Kindly's home. Will someone rescue Mrs. Kindly in time for Sir Topham Hatt's Christmas Party? With a peep and a whistle, and a puff of steam, Thomas is missing with the Christmas Tree. Thomas ends up in a muddle with snow up to his funnel, and Terence the Tractor helps save the day. So join your favorite friends on the Island of Sodor for a winter wonderland of play.
Release Date1994-09-14
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An introduction to the world of Thomas – 8 adventures with Thomas! The 'My First Thomas' series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of 'Thomas & Friends'. Each collection focuses on one key character from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. Episodes: Thomas and Gordon; Thomas' Train; Thomas and the Guard; Thomas Goes Fishing; Thomas, Terence and the Snow; Thomas and Bertie; Bertie’s Chase; Thomas Comes to Breakfast.
Release Date2009-09-03
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Thomas and his friends say 'thank you' to a nice old lady and everyone has a very happy Christmas.
Release Date1993-11-01
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James boasts about his bravery but, when a swarm of bees start buzzing around him he wishes that they would get back to making honey and leave him to make steam. See what happens when Bill and Ben have trouble on the turntable and end up face to face. Climb aboard as we clear the way for trainloads of fun.
Release Date1994-02-23
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PEEP-PEEP! Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends welcome you back to the Island of Sodor. Next stop - all new adventures as James gets into trouble while letting off steam, Percy races Harold the Helicopter to a surprise finish, and Thomas gets covered in soot to boot! So come along on a train bound for a world that will delight young and old alike.
Release Date1990-09-27
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The 'My First Thomas' series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of 'Thomas & Friends'. Each collection focuses on key characters from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. Episodes: The Sad Story of Henry; Edward, Gordon and Henry; Off the Rails; Gordon and the Famous Visitor; Henry's Forest; Henry and the Elephant; A Better View for Gordon; Gordon and Spencer.
Release Date2010-08-05
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All aboard for epic stories of friendships on the rails: learn how Thomas met his best friend Percy for the first time and how Edward helped save Trevor the Tractor Engine from being scrapped. Join the Really Useful Engines and see when Toby showed how being helpful is the most fun, and when the unlikely duo of Emily and Whiff coupled up and became firm friends! Journey along with Thomas and the rest of the Steam Team to experience the adventures that led to fast friendships.
Release Date2012-05-15
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Release Date2004-03-15
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Boo!!! Have you ever had something scare you? On the Island of Sodor, even the bravest of engines sometimes get scared. Why take Percy - - he said that he's not scared of anything. What do you think? Help Thomas use the carnival Chinese Dragon to play a little joke on Percy. Meet Donald and Douglas, the Scottish twin engines, and watch as Edward proves that, even though he's old, he's still really useful. So make sure you're "Right on Time" for the next journey through the magical Island of Sodor.
Release Date1993-02-18
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Thomas & Friends began life as a collection of stories called "The Railway Series", created by the Reverend W. Awdry to entertain his son Christopher. A cheeky, little blue engine called Thomas the Tank Engine soon made an appearance and has been entertaining children across the world with exciting tales and adventures from the Island of Sodor ever since.
Release Date2015-08-14
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Sing along with Duncan, Skarloey, Rheneas, Percy, Henry, Thomas, Daisy, and Toby.
Release Date1996-03-04
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It's full steam ahead for Thomas, the little blue engine with the short stumpy funnel, short stumpy boiler and short stumpy dome and his special friends Gordon, Henry, James, Percy, Edward, Toby, Annie and Clarabel the carriages and of course their Boss, the Fat Controller. His friend, storyteller Ringo Starr says 'Thomas is Number One and never lets anyone forget it!' Episodes: The Deputation; Thomas Comes to Breakfast; Daisy; Percy's Predicament; The Diseasel; Wrong Road; Edward's Exploit; Ghost Train; Woolly Bear; Thomas and the Missing Christmas Tree.
Release Date1987-03-23
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According to Sir Topham Hatt, "Helping out is one of the best ways to show that you're a "Really Useful Engine". That's why it's so important for Thomas to race to the rescue when one of his friends needs a "helping hand", or in Thomas' case, a "helping buffer". This special collection of stories highlights your Sodor friends proving that sometimes friendship is stronger than fear as they help out those in need. Remember when Trevor was nearly scrapped? Cheer on Thomas, Harold, and Percy as they rescue villagers from a heavy snowfall, and find out what does happen at the mine. All aboard for non-stop DVD fun and excitement!
Release Date1996-02-02
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Thomas and his railway friends welcome you to the Island of Sodor, a magical place where the sun invariably shines and storms never last long. Meet George, a bad-tempered steamroller who is convinced that roads are much more important than rails. Welcome Skarloey back home, and watch as Oliver and Toad teach some Troublesome Trucks a Really Useful lesson.
Release Date1995-08-15
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All aboard for trainloads of fun with the first Thomas episodes ever. See why Gordon gives Thomas a lesson he won't forget and how Henry comes to the rescue when disaster strikes. Find out what happens when Thomas gets a chance to pull his very own train... with unexpected results. Join in on the fun and magic on the Island of Sodor with all your favorite friends.
Release Date1990-06-07
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5 exciting stories with Thomas the Tank Engine and his friend Percy.
Release Date2001-02-19
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10 Fantastic Adventures and a song featuring Thomas, his friends and those Troublesome Trucks! Episodes: Thomas and the Trucks; Troublesome Trucks; Tenders and Turntables; Trouble in the Shed; Off the Rails; Thomas, Percy and the Coal; Mavis; Heroes; Four Little Engines; Make Someone Happy.
Release Date2001-03-26
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Thomas shows off to Percy and Toby and finds himself an unwelcome guest in the Stationmaster's house.
Release Date1994-10-03
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Release Date2006-03-14
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The 'My First Thomas' series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of 'Thomas & Friends'. Each collection focuses on one key character from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. Episodes: Thomas and the Breakdown Train; James and the Coaches; Troublesome Trucks; James and the Express; Tenders and Turntables; Old Iron; Buzz, Buzz; James and the Red Balloon.
Release Date2009-09-03
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5 exciting stories with Thomas the Tank Engine and his friend Bertie.
Release Date2001-08-06
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PEEP! PEEP! Next stop - The Island of Sodor for more Thomas adventures with new friends. Watch Rusty, the small Diesel engine set off where only brave Diesels dare to go. Will the rescuers find Duke with a bang and reunite him with Stuart and Falcon? Sir Handel's bad temper gets him into trouble and Thomas tells Toby and Percy the story of how Duke became known as Granpuff. So join in the adventure with Thomas and his friends, in volume 12 where the fun never ends.
Release Date1995-02-28
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Release Date2005-03-15
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Featuring 20 of the greatest Thomas stories, including the very first episode in an all-new special edition!
Release Date2010-06-01
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Get Ready! Get Set! Go! Join in on all of the excitement with Thomas and the rest of your Sodor Friends. Cheer on Thomas as he and Bertie race across the Island to prove who's the fastest. Cast your line in on the fun as Thomas decides fishing is not exactly what he expected and learn with James the danger of getting a little too rough with the coaches. Full steam ahead for wonders and surprises on this magical journey.
Release Date1990-06-07
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Release Date2004-03-15
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Take a journey to the magical Island of Sodor, where fun and adventure lies around every bend. Hop aboard Thomas and see how he finds a new way to cross a river. Watch Toby as he trades his branch line for a tightrope, and help the engines replant Henry's favorite forest after a devastating storm. Join your friend Thomas on what he says will be a fun and exciting trip --- and like the title says, you can always "Trust Thomas."
Release Date1992-02-27
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It's party time with Thomas the Tank Engine, who has gathered together his favourite stories featuring all his friends from the Island of Sodor. Join Percy, James, Henry and Gordon, and all the other characters in nearly 2 hours of fun in 20 action-packed episodes which make this the biggest and best Thomas collection ever. You can also pull out and keep your FREE Really Useful Party Poster which is packed with great ideas and activities to make your party go with a bang!
Release Date1998-03-23
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Thomas gets a chance to pull his very own train with unexpected results.
Release Date1995-07-03
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Rusty has been working on the line while Skarloey was away at the menders. Duncan ignores Rusty's warning about a broken section of line and he is soon rocking 'n' rolling along the rails!
Release Date1994-11-07
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Join all your friends - Edward, Gordon, Percy, and Thomas for exciting new escapades on the Island of Sodor! Everyone's excited when an important engine visits the yard, Harold thinks he can deliver the mail better than Thomas and Percy, and Edward and Trevor prove that despite being older, they are Really Useful!
Release Date1992-08-20
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The 'My First Thomas' series is designed to be an introduction for new fans who are just embarking on their journey into the wonderful world of 'Thomas & Friends'. Each collection focuses on one key character from the series and allows the fledgling Thomas fan to get familiar with Thomas, the Island of Sodor and all the fun adventures the friends have every day. Episodes: Trouble in the Shed; Percy Runs Away; Percy and the Signal; Percy and Harold; Woolly Bear; Percy's Promise; Thomas, Percy and the Dragon; Put Upon Percy.
Release Date2009-09-03
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Twenty seasonal stories from Thomas and his friends Duncan, Gordon, Henry, Percy, Toby and Rusty: 'Rusty to the Rescue', It's Great to Be an Engine', 'Woolly Bear', 'You Can't Win', 'Percy's Seaside Trip', 'Percy's Promise', 'Henry's Forest', 'Toby and the Flood', 'Stepney Gets Lost', 'The Trouble with Mud', 'Snow Song', 'Thomas, Terence and the Snow', 'Snow', 'The Flying Kipper', 'A Scarf for Percy', 'Special Funnel', 'Thomas' Christmas Party', Thomas and the Missing Christmas Tree' and finally 'Thomas and Percy's Christmas Adventure'
Release Date2001-10-08
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It's full steam ahead for Thomas, the little blue engine with the short stumpy funnel, short stumpy boiler and short stumpy dome. Share 6 exciting adventures with Thomas and his friends.
Release Date1992-03-09
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PEEP! PEEP! Welcome to the Island of Sodor and exciting adventures with Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends. Henry has an accident with a bucket of paint and it's up to Thomas and Gordon to save the day when the Queen visits the railway. Sir Handel learns just how troublesome the trucks can be and Daisy has to be brave when she comes face to face with a cow on the line. Come along for the ride with all of your friends - on Sir Topham Hatt's railway, the fun never ends!
Release Date1997-08-19
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Release Date2004-03-09
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All aboard for trainloads of fun with 26 of your favourite Thomas & Friends episodes. Join Thomas and his friends as they take you on adventures with ghost stories, dragon encounters, train rescues and a lot of mischievous engine behaviour! The Best of Thomas & Friends stars all your favourite characters including Thomas, Gordon, James, Edward, Bertie, Percy, Diesel, Duck, Duke, Stepney, Harold the Helicopter and of course The Fat Controller!
Release Date2009-07-30
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PEEP-PEEP! Have fun and adventures on the Island of Sodor with Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends. Cheer on Thomas and Bertie in the famous Great Race! Meet Terence the Tractor who is uniquely useful with his endless tracks! Watch closely as Mavis helps Toby out of a tight spot! And experience Gordon's trouble with mud!
Release Date1993-01-01
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Celebrate Halloween with Thomas and his friends...tricks and treats abound! Are there really ghosts in the fog and mist on the Island of Sodor? Thomas, Toby, and Henry believe there are! But things are not always as they appear. Gordon and Percy encounter other mysteries on the island. Can Thomas help explain them? Join all of your Island of Sodor friends as the solve Halloween mysteries that are exciting all year round!
Release Date2006-08-29
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Life on the Island of Sodor is extremely busy for the engines. While Thomas and his friends are hard at work, they like to listen to music and sing-along. Now you can join in on all the fun with this collection of Thomas and Friends music videos. Follow the bouncing steamcloud to read the words and sing-along to Thomas' Anthem, Let's Have a Race, Gone Fishing, and four other Sodor favorites. Also included on this video are two classic stories starring Thomas, Percy, Peter Sam, and the rest of your Island friends. So hop on board for toe-tappin' fun with Thomas and Friends Sing-Along and Stories.
Release Date1997-02-11
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Thomas and his friends would like to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas. In this special collection of seasonal favorites, you'll experience first hand the joy and magic the holiday series brings to the Island of Sodor. See if Percy's snow-covered face tricks James and the rest of the engines into thinking they have seen the very scary Jack Frost. Cheer on Thomas, Harold, Percy and Terence as they shovel out stranded villagers just in time for Christmas. Happy Holidays!!!
Release Date2007-10-23
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Join Thomas, the mischievous little engine, in this packed video, which includes 6 BRAND NEW stories and 2 BRAND NEW songs for the first time ever on video. As an extra special gift, we have included two fun-filled Christmas episodes, which will guarantee endless fun and frolics with Thomas and his friends.
Release Date2000-10-09
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Thomas is needlessly jealous when Bertie helps out.
Release Date1994-03-07
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Join Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends in 17 exciting adventures taken from the classic original series.
Release Date1990-09-10
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Trouble on the line for Percy, James, Thomas, Gordon, Henry, Edward, Harold, Duck, Annie, Clarabel, Donald, Douglas, Daisy, Toby, Mavis, Oliver, Sir Handel, George, Caroline and Stepney!
Release Date1997-10-06
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The Early Years is a US DVD featuring two discs, each containing thirteen first season episodes narrated by Ringo Starr in the original UK format, and an additional disc with extras.
Release Date2004-10-26
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Who's that pulling into the station? It's Thomas the Tank Engine, and he's ready to take you on another journey filled with exciting adventures of the Island of Sodor. Travel with Thomas when he gets to pull his very own train for the first time - - with unexpected results. Find out what really "shocks" Percy and hold your breath when some snow jams one of the Island's signals and leads Henry to disaster. It's your Big Day, so get ready to join Thomas, James, Toby and the rest of your friends for non-stop fun. All Aboard!
Release Date1998-08-18
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Release Date2004-03-09
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He's faster than a speeding Bertie, more powerful than any other locomotive, and able to climb steep hills on a single tender of coal - - - who is he???? He's Gordon, the fastest and most powerful engine on the Island of Sodor. Now you can share in all of his splendor with this exciting collection of stories starring everyone's favorite express engine. In this commorative Collector's Edition, watch as Gordon helps Thomas out of a "sticky" situation. Discover what Gordon's spooky gremlin really turns out to be, and learn that sometimes, even the strongest engine needs a little help from his friends. So hop on the express coaches and take a ride with Gordon as he takes you on some of his favorite and most exciting adventures.
Release Date2003-07-22
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It's full steam ahead once again for Thomas, the little blue engine with the short stumpy funnel, short stumpy boiler and short stumpy dome. Share 13 exciting new adventures with Thomas and his friends Gordon, Henry, James, Percy, Edward, Toby, Annie and Clarabel the coaches, and of course the Fat Controller. Thomas's special friend, storyteller Ringo Starr, says "Thomas is a smashing little engine - he's Number One and never lets anyone forget it!"
Release Date1985-10-07
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For over fifty years, the exciting adventures of Thomas the Tank Engine and his Island of Sodor friends have enchanted millions of people around the world. With his endearing grin, light-hearted attitude, and cheeky personality, Thomas has enriched the lives of generations of children. Over the past year, we have received hundreds of thousands of letters, e-mails, and phone calls from fans who wanted to share with us their favorite Thomas stories. From this loyal support, we are proud to produce this first-ever DVD which includes eight of your favorite Thomas adventures and remarkable bonus features that promote learning and fun for everyone! Join Percy, James, Gordon, and the rest of your Sodor Friends as we celebrate the little blue engine who does really big things!
Release Date2001-09-25
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Treat-size stories of Thomas, Edward, Henry, and Gordon.
Release Date1996-04-01
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PEEP-PEEP! Come Journey to the Island of Sodor and share in the fun-filled escapades of Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends. Meet Daisy, a "classy sassy passenger diesel," as well as Trevor, the very useful tractor engine. You'll see why Percy's up to his funnel in water, Gordon looks foolish, and Henry is proud, in their adventures through the Island of Sodor. So join the gang on Sir Topham Hatt's Railway line in Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends Volume 9.
Release Date1993-10-06
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Toot! Toot! Here comes Thomas the little blue engine and his friends, chuffing towards eight more exciting adventures with their storyteller friend Ringo Starr. One engine is up to his old tricks but a new one brings some novel pranks all of his own. Someone learns the hard way that it doesn't pay to insult an old engine. Faulty brakes make for a dramatic runaway rescue. Naughty trucks treat an engine to a dipping. But who is the new disdainful diesel who tells terrible tales with surprising results? And then, to top it all off, there is a disastrous visit to the barber.
Release Date1987-03-23
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Known on the Island of Sodor for his fine scarlet coat and occasional high-falutin' attitude, James has been a fan favorite from the very beginning. Children love his big grin and jovial way - - - adults connect with his kind heart and warm dispostition. This volume of the commemorative Thomas & Friends Collector's Edition series is dedicated to James, the very useful, splendid red engine. Celebrate all of the favorite stories which have made James one of the most popular and closest friends of Thomas. Remember when James got a little rough with some of the Troublesome Trucks and learned a very important lesson? Or when James' joke on Gordon backfired on him? And who could ever forget when James got stung on the nose by a bee? Get your tickets ready and hop for miles of smiles with your Sodor family as they salute your friend and ours, James.
Release Date2002-03-05
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PEEP! PEEP! All aboard for the Island of Sodor and new stories from Thomas and his friends. Watch as Stuart and Falcon help out when Duke isn't feeling well. See how Henry frees an elephant that's stuck in his tunnel and cheer on Rheneas as he carries his passengers home safely during a big storm. So join Thomas, Percy and all of your crew - they have loads of adventures waiting for you.
Release Date1996-08-06
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Gordon gets stuck up a hill and little Edward helps him out. Gordon rushes away but the Controller is very pleased with Edward. Also includes 5 more fantastic episodes: Thomas & Gordon The Sad Story of Henry Edward, Gordon & Henry Thomas Train Thomas & the Trucks
Release Date2013-06-01
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Known as the Junior Member of the railway with #6 on his side and a spunky personality, Percy has been a faithful friend of Thomas from the beginning. Even loyal Thomas & Friends fans like you have chosen Percy as Thomas' favorite friend. Celebrate all the special characteristics and qualities Percy brings to the Island of Sodor in this commemorative Collector's Edition video. In a poll on www.thomasthetankengine.com, we asked children from around the world to select their favorite classic Percy stories. Remember when Percy pretended to be a ghost and scared Thomas... or when, after an argument with James, Percy ended up in a very "sticky" situation!!!? Join Thomas, James, Sir Topham Hatt and the rest of your Sodor friends as we honor everyone's favorite little engine who does really big things, PERCY.
Release Date2001-07-24
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Thomas, Duck, Sir Topham Hatt, and their friends have learned many lessons about behaving well together. They have selected their favorite stories to create this collection about the importance of good behavior. Come along as Thomas shows off and finds himself an unwelcome guest in the Stationmaster's house. See what happens when Diesel decides to make trouble between Duck and the other engines, and when Gordon tries sabotage -- and gets more than he bargained for! Climb aboard for these exciting tales from the Island of Sodor
Release Date1998-08-18
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Fun and games with Peter Sam, Henry, Thomas, Bertie, Gordon, Edward, Percy, and Trevor.
Release Date1997-03-03
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At last - the very best of Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends on one fun-packed video. Children will love watching the adventures of their favourite engines in the eighteen super stories chosen for this collection. It's full steam ahead for Thomas the Tank Engine - climb aboard and join the fun!
Release Date1991-05-06
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Thomas gets a chance to pull his very own train with unexpected results.
Release Date1996-07-01
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This special edition collectors box has been compiled for Thomas enthusiasts everywhere. Voted for by Thomas fans, it includes episodes featuring everyone's favourite friends, in one fun filled video. From Percy, the junior member of the team, to Harold the Helicopter, Bertie the Bus and Gordon, the senior member of the team, this video signals fun time for everyone!
Release Date2000-07-03
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A Super collection including all your favourite episodes starring the friendly tank engine, Thomas. All aboard for loads of fun and mischief with Thomas and his friends on the Island of Sodor in this amazing collection of 16 favourite episodes voted for by you. All your favourite characters, Thomas, Gordon, James, The Coaches, Cranky, Percy, Duncan, Diesel, Peter Sam, Toby, Bertie, Duck, Henry and of course The Fat Controller. Episodes from all five series of this classic children's TV series on one tape.
Release Date2002-03-04
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It's full steam ahead for Thomas, the little blue engine with the short stumpy funnel, short stumpy boiler and short stumpy dome and his special friends Gordon, Henry, James, Percy, Edward, Toby, Annie and Clarabel the carriages and of course their Boss, the Fat Controller. His friend, storyteller Ringo Starr says 'Thomas is Number One and never lets anyone forget it!'.
Release Date1987-03-23
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PEEP-PEEP! Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends are setting off for all new adventures on the Island of Sodor. You'll see Henry getting involved in something fishy, and Percy trying to back out of an embarrassing situation. Find out how Henry avoids being replaced, and why Thomas ends up in the stationmaster's dining room. So climb aboard as we clear the way for some heartwarming fun!
Release Date1990-09-27
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Thomas, everyone's favourite little blue engine, returns with a full head of steam for these brand new adventures!
Release Date1991-11-11
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Thomas is a cheeky little engine. He has six small wheels, a short stumpy boiler and a short stumpy dome. Wearing a No. 1 on his side and never letting anyone forget it, Thomas is joined in his adventures on the Island of Sodor by his many engine friends. Enjoy these 6 Thomas stories brought to life by storyteller Ringo Starr.
Release Date1988-11-07
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In a reboot of the classic TV series, a younger Thomas the Tank Engine goes on adventures with all of his friends, as they work on the Island of Sodor.
Release Date2022-08-08
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It's full steam ahead once again for Thomas, the little blue engine with the short stumpy funnel, short stumpy boiler and short stumpy dome. Share 9 exciting new adventures with Thomas and his friends, Gordon, Henry, James, Percy, Edward, Toby, Annie and Clarabel the coaches, and of course, the Fat Controller. Thomas's special friend, story-teller Ringo Starr, says "Thomas is a smashing little engine – he's Number One and never lets anyone forget it!".
Release Date1986-11-03
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Stepney's wishes come true at last, when one day he is invited to visit all the other engines on the railway and he begins the long trip down the line.
Release Date1995-07-03
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See what happens when Percy is up to his funnel in water and how Edward finds a way to make Trevor feel useful again. So hop on board and join Thomas & Friends for fun and friendship all day long!
Release Date2008-03-04
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Thomas is a cheeky little engine. He has six small wheels, a short stumpy boiler and a short stumpy dome. Wearing a No. 1 on his side and never letting anyone forget it, Thomas is joined in his adventures on the Island of Sodor by his many engine friends. Enjoy these 6 Thomas stories brought to life by storyteller Ringo Starr.
Release Date1988-11-07
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Douglas is pulling the Midnight Goods Train when he encounters an engine called Oliver and his brake van Toad - escaping from the fate that all engines dread!
Release Date1992-09-14
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It's full steam ahead once again for Thomas, the little blue engine with the short stumpy funnel, short stumpy boiler and short stumpy dome. Share 9 exciting adventures with Thomas and his friends, Gordon, Henry, James, Percy, Edward, Toby, Annie and Clarabel the coaches, and of course, the Fat Controller. Thomas's special friend, storyteller Ringo Starr, says "Thomas is a smashing little engine - he's Number One and never lets anyone forget it!".
Release Date1986-11-03
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