Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
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The series is set in the fictional island of Sodor, located in the Irish Sea. Sodor is depicted as located in Cumbria, near the historical town of Barrow-in-Furness Thomas the Tank Engine is an anthropomorphic steam locomotive, with a design loosely based on the LB&SCR E2 class (1913-1963). Thomas and his associates work at the North Western Railway, the main standard gauge rail network of Sodor. The series focuses on their work relationship.
Where to Watch Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends • Specials
130 Episodes
- The Great Discovery
E1The Great DiscoveryThe railway is preparing for Sodor Day and Thomas and James are racing to the wharf to be given a special job by Mr. Percival. Thomas wins, and is sent into the hills to collect lumber with Duncan. After Thomas teases Duncan, Duncan pays Thomas out by sending him on an old, disused line which he claims will lead Thomas back to the wharf faster. After avoiding an old, collapsing bridge, Thomas takes another route at the old junction, and as he journeys farther down the line, he comes across an old overgrown town. The news of Thomas' discovery spreads, and eventually reaches the Fat Controller, who tells Thomas that the town is Great Waterton - the largest town on Sodor when steam engines first came to the island. The Fat Controller decides that the restoration of the legendary lost town would be perfect for Sodor Day, and calls the Pack to help. Thomas is told to take charge of the engines working around the town, while a new tank engine named Stanley is brought to do Thomas' regular jobs. All of the engines take to Stanley, who does a good job and has fun as well, but when Thomas sees Stanley doing his jobs and fraternising with his friends, he becomes jealous. Thomas is furious when Stanley takes his place at Tidmouth Sheds, and the final straw comes when Stanley takes his place as the leader of the restoration project after Thomas has an accident. Later, Thomas is shunting stone trucks for Stanley to take away when he decides to make Stanley look foolish by giving him a train too heavy for him to pull, but the plan backfires - as Stanley ascends the hill, a coupling breaks and the trucks race down the hill, veering into a siding and crashing into the newly-finished standpipe. The Fat Controller states that this will likely set back the restoration past Sodor Day, and Thomas is blamed. Stanley, however, realises that Thomas merely missed his friends, and wants to set things right. That night, Thomas decides to clear the rubble out of the way. He is almost finished when he accidentally bumps a truck into an old mine shaft. Racing in after it, Thomas crashes onto a wooden platform and floats down an underground waterway. The engines soon realise that Thomas is missing, and the Fat Controller organizes a search effort. Meanwhile, Thomas continues floating until he reaches an opening to the mine, and is flung across a canyon and down a hill. Stanley decides to make another search effort by himself before he returns to work. Thomas, with the last of his steam, sounds a loud, long whistle. Stanley hears it and hurries to where Thomas is stranded beside the track. The two make up for their quarrel and Stanley pulls Thomas back onto the rails, but the strain is too much for Stanley and a valve bursts. Thomas, using some of Stanley's coal, pushes him back to Great Waterton. The word soon spreads that Thomas has been found. The standpipe is rebuilt, completing the restoration. As a sign of friendship, Thomas offers Stanley his last job - bringing the mayor to the festivities at Great Waterton. The engines gather at the town for the celebration, and Thomas realizes just how important his friends are. - Hero of the Rails
E6Hero of the RailsSpencer is staying for the summer to help the Duke and Duchess build their summer house. Needless to say, nobody's pleased by the news, especially when Spencer rushes around with his work, teasing the other engines. Soon Thomas comes to find an old, abandoned engine named Hiro. - Misty Island Rescue
E9Misty Island RescueA new Search and Rescue Centre is being built on the Island of Sodor as a base of operations for Harold, Rocky, and a new lifeboat named Captain. Special super strong, deep red Jobi wood, from Hiro's homeland, is being used to make the Center. All the engines are very excited and all want to help deliver the Jobi wood to the Rescue Center. - A Big Day for Thomas
E10A Big Day for ThomasIt'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! - The Runaway Kite
E11The Runaway KiteThomas and the Runaway Kite (13x13) The Biggest Present of All (13x16) Toby's New Whistle (13x11) Buzzy Bees (13x19) There's a kite on the loose and Thomas needs to catch it before the wind blows it from Sodor! With Gordon, Charlie, and Toby by his side, Thomas learns that a helping hand keeps him right on track when it comes to rescuing kites, saving a swarm of bees, and preventing railway disasters from taking flight. - Sing-Along: Engine Roll CallE15
Sing-Along: Engine Roll CallThe Engine Rollcall (officially spelt Engine Roll Call) is a song based around the Steam Team and featured at the end of every episode since the eighth season. Lyrics Season 8 Version (chorus) They're two, they're four, they're six, they're eight, Shunting trucks and hauling freight, Red and green and brown and blue, They're the Really Useful crew. All with different roles to play 'round Tidmouth Sheds or far away, Down the hills and round the bends, Thomas and his friends. Thomas, he's the cheeky one, James is vain but lots of fun. Percy pulls the mail on time, Gordon thunders down the line. Emily really knows her stuff, Henry toots and huffs and puffs. Edward wants to help and share, Toby, well, let's say, he's square. - Thomas & His Friends Help Out
E17Thomas & His Friends Help OutThat'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 almost scrapped? Cheer on Thomas, Harold, Terence and Percy as theyrescue villagers from a heavy snowfall, and find out what happens down at the mine. All Aboard for non-stop DVD fun and excitment! OUR STORY STOPS ARE: Edward Helps Out; Foolish Freight Cars; Thomas, Percy & The Mail Train; Thomas Breaks The Rules; Down The Mine;Percy's Promise; Trouble In The Shed; Donald & Douglas Saved From Scrap; Bertie's Chase; Thomas & Percy's Mountain Adventure - Merry Winter Wish
E21Merry Winter WishNext stop, Winter Wonderland! Join Thomas and his friends as they celebrate the holidays in these four enchanting tales. Thomas has a special delivery for the season - the Star of Knapford, a festive light that makes wishes come true! The children are excited for the Snowman Party in the Town Square but it's up to Thomas to find the snowman a special hat before the party can begin. Watch Bash, Dash, and Ferdinand prepare for the first ever Misty Island Christmas party. Then Henry helps Sir Topham Hatt prepare a secret holiday surprise for all of Sodor. The more friends the merrier, so join the fun and see that winter wishes do come true with Thomas and Friends! Released in the US on October 12, 2010. It contains festive episodes 12,13,19 & 20 from the 14th season. - Wobbly Wheels & WhistlesE31
Wobbly Wheels & WhistlesChug along with Thomas for a wonderfully wobbly and wheel-spinning good time! Your favorite friend has bridges to cross and tracks to uncover in these exciting adventures. When Victor gets overloaded with too many tasks, can Thomas help him let out the steam? While trying to get Scruff as clean as a whistle, will Thomas have to get his own wheels dirty? Just when things seem to be rolling along, will Ol’ Wheezy make a wobbly mess of Thomas’ special delivery? Hold on for exciting surprises waiting to be delivered just for you! - Team Up With ThomasE32
Team Up With ThomasJoin Thomas & Friends for more heartwarming tales on the tracks filled with all-new adventures, important new lessons and brand- new friends. There is fun around every turn with a welcoming party, an exciting festival, a puppet show and even a surprise snowstorm. But when friends encounter unexpected obstacles, they quickly discover that friendship means choosing cooperation over competition. So get on board for a journey among friends - with Thomas & Friends! - Percy and the BandstandE33
Percy and the BandstandYou’re invited to join the celebration of fun and friendship with Thomas as he takes off on a series of exciting adventures! Come along with Thomas and the whole Sodor gang for a hot-air balloon ride, a top secret birthday party, a special surprise at the bandstand and more. - James and the Red Balloon
E36James and the Red BalloonPeep! Peep! Summer on the Island of Sodor means the engines will be very busy and must do their best to be Really Useful to keep Sir Topham Hatt's railway running smoothly. For James, this means rescuing a hot air balloon that is about to make an unexpected station stop. Find out how this splendid red engine can keep a balloon afloat all by himself. See how Donald and Duncan learn that being cross with each other leads to big trouble and watch how Rusty, Elizabeth, Rheneas and Skarloey learn what amazing things four friends can do when they get on track and work together. So get ready to hop on board and enjoy summer with Thomas and his friends. - Make Someone HappyE37
Make Someone HappyFor Thomas and his friends, doing good deeds means that you're a "Really Useful Engine". Help Thomas and Gordon build a new playground for some special children. Join in the festivities as James learns that making someone happy really cheers you up, and watch Percy bring an important "Good Luck" package to a very special person. - Salty's SecretE38
Salty's SecretA new, very different cast of friends has just arrived on the island of Sodor. Salty is a distinctive engine who loves the seashore, has a never-ending supply of stories, and can magically transform the normally troublesome trucks into happy, efficient workers. Harvey is an odd-looking fellow who quickly proves himself an indispensable addition to the railway, and Cyril the Fogman demonstrates that technology can never completely replace competent workers. Harold and Percy discover the true value of friendship and even Cranky benefits from a temporarily rosy perspective on the world. Finally, Thomas gets some help from an unexpected source--a dirty, grimy wreck that is somehow connected to Sir Topham Hat's past. Join Thomas and his friends as they discover that, while trains come in very different sizes and shapes, they share certain fundamental similarities that provide the basis of friendship. - Day of the Diesels
E49Day of the DieselsOut of all The Sir Topham Hatt engines the lucky one selected was Thomas the train to show Belle the tank engine around the Island. Percy the small engine thinks Belle the train is going to take his position as Thomas tank engines best friend. The Sodor Diesels observe this misunderstanding taking Percy the train with them to an old ramshackle of a place in Vicarstown, the fire colored glowing-red Sodor Dieselworks. The Sodor Dieselworks is the Diesel-engines counterpart of the steam-engine Victor and Kevin Sodor Steamworks. Percy the tank engine is next deceived by the engines, Diesel 10 means trouble trickery, getting him to fetch his friend Thomas train and taking him to the Dieselworks, where Thomas the tank engine is held captive. - The Birthday Express
E50The Birthday ExpressUnwrap your favorite episodes with this special Thomas & Friends collection. Birthdays always come with surprises when your engine friends are geared up for the celebration. Percy must safely deliver a beautifully wrapped present, while Thomas encounters a mystery as he takes Sir Topham Hatt to the party. Full steam ahead for birthday fun! Episodes: Percy's Parcel Double Trouble The Man In The Hills The Party Surprise - Merry Christmas Thomas!
E55Merry Christmas Thomas!Thomas lights up the tracks in a magical Christmas collection! Climb aboard for adventures and cheer as your favorite engines prepare for a festive celebration. Help Thomas find the grandest tree on Sodor and then join the Logging Locos as they sing the Misty Island Snow Song in the hope of a winter wonderland. As the snowflakes fall, Gordon, Mavis, and Percy will take you to the Steamworks for a special surprise party. 'Tis the season for holiday magic with Thomas and Friends! A US DVD featuring 4 episodes from season 15: 10 Let It Snow 11 Surprise, Surprise 18 Percy The Snowman 19 Tree Trouble Released October 11th, 2011 - Ultimate Christmas
E56Ultimate ChristmasThomas 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 season 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! Features the following episodes: 1 Snow-s05e26 2 Thomas' Christmas Party-s01e26 3 Thomas and the Missing Christmas Tree-s02e26 4 Terence the Tractor-s01e13 5 Thomas and Percy's Mountain Adventure-s03e26 6 Special Funnel-s04e11 7 It's Only Snow-s06e09 8 Jack Frost-s06e16 9 Toby Had a Little Lamb-s06e20 Released 2007 - Blue Mountain Mystery
E57Blue Mountain MysteryThomas the tank engine and his railway friends learn all about how rumors spread and the importance of getting all the facts before leaping to judgment in Blue Mountain Mystery. When Sir Topham Hatt sends Thomas off to help the narrow-gauge engines at Blue Mountain Quarry after Paxton is injured by an unstable bridge, Thomas discovers a little green engine hiding in the tunnels. Some sleuthing reveals that green engine Luke is hiding because he once did something very bad; but what that something is remains a mystery. Thomas decides to find out exactly what happened, but his detective work yields some unintended consequences that just might get Luke thrown off of Sodor Island. - Thomas Gets BumpedE67
Thomas Gets BumpedThere are many questions floating around the engine shed in Sir Topham Hatt's train yard. "Why is Harold carrying the mail instead of Percy?" "Who is the Famous Visitor and why isn't Gordon excited about it?" "Why is Bertie carrying Thomas' passengers?" Find out the answers to these and many other questions on this video starring everyone's favorite #1 engine, Thomas. - Trouble on the TracksE68
Trouble on the TracksCinders and ashes… there's trouble on the tracks for Thomas and his friends! The Troublesome Trucks delight in causing chaos for Thomas, as Annie, Clarabel and Toad encounter unexpected high-speed adventures. Oily Diesel gives Paxton a fright, while Salty's spooky story has the engines running scared. Thomas the Quarry Engine Not So Slow Coaches Flatbeds of Fear Disappearing Diesels Toad's Adventure - Trust ThomasE69
Trust ThomasHop aboard Thomas and see how he finds a new way to cross a river. Watch Toby as he trades in 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." - Pop Goes Thomas
E71Pop Goes ThomasTour the bumpy track when Thomas delivers a picnic surprise of bubbling lemony treat to everyone! The fun adventures continue when Thomas and Percy play a fun game of hide-and-seek while trying to get all their work done too! Cheer on the Sodor football team with Emily, and make sure you save room for cake because Mr. Bubbles the clown prepared a showstopper of a picnic. lemon-y treat to everyone! The fun adventures continue when Thomas & Percy play a fun game of hide and seek while trying to get all their work done too! Cheer-on the Sodor football team with Emily, and make sure you save room for cake because Mr. Bubbles the clown prepared a show-stopper of a picnic. - Percy's Ghostly TrickE74
Percy's Ghostly TrickPercy tells the others of a ghost train said to be warning others of danger on Thomas' Branch Line, but Thomas is dismissive. When Percy later crashes into a load of lime stuck on a crossing, he becomes as white as a sheet and has the idea to pretend to be a ghost to pay back Thomas. - Team Up With ThomasE75
Team Up With ThomasJoin Thomas and Friends for more heartwarming tales on the tracks filled with all-new adventures, important new lessons and brand-new friends. There is fun around every turn with a welcoming party, an exciting festival, a puppet show, and even a surprise snowstorm. - 10 Years of Thomas
E7610 Years of Thomas10 Years of Thomas is a US VHS/DVD released to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the television series in the United States. It features two first season episodes, two second season episodes, five third season episodes, and one fourth season episode narrated by George Carlin and one song. It was distributed by Anchor Bay Entertainment in 1999 and 2001. Each song and story was bookended with interviews about Thomas from various people at a Day Out with Thomas event at the Strasburg Rail Road in Strasburg, Pennsylvania. - Cranky Bugs and Other Thomas Stories
E77Cranky Bugs and Other Thomas StoriesJoin Thomas, Gordon, Sir Topham Hatt, and their friends for exciting adventures on the Island of Sodor. Meet Cranky the Crane and watch as Thomas and Percy come to his rescue after a destructive storm. Help Sir Topham Hatt celebrate Lady Hatt's birthday party after disaster strikes, and see how Toad realizes that going backwards is really useful! Don't miss the fun and magic on the Island of Sodor with all of your favorite friends. - Engine and Escapades
E78Engine and EscapadesEngines and Escapades is a DVD focusing on the narrow gauge engines. It was released in the UK on October 2007 and in the US on March 2008. The events take place within the eleventh season. These episodes aired in the US and the UK following the airing of the eleventh season and the release of this DVD. - New Friends for Thomas and Other Adventures
E79New Friends for Thomas and Other AdventuresIt's so busy on the Island of Sodor that Sir Topham Hatt needs to bring in some new engines to keep the railway running smoothly. That means new friends and adventures for Thomas. Climb aboard and meet them all. There is Spencer, the fastest express engine the Island has ever seen. Meet Emily, the sleek green engine with the beautiful brass dome; and new friend Arthur, whose spotless record gets ruined when Thomas plays a trick on him. Don't forget cheerful tractor Jack and all of his construction crew friends. And come meet the big and mighty Murdoch, who is always looking for some peace and quiet, but finds out what it means to have some Really Useful friends. Join Thomas and his new friends for trainloads of discovery and fun. Peep Peep! - Percy Takes The Plunge
E80Percy Takes The PlungeAll Aboard! Come journey on the Island of Sodor and share in the fun-filled adventures of Thomas and Friends. See what happens when Percy is up to his funnel in water and how Edward finds a way to make Trevor feel useful again. Hop on board and join Thomas and Friends for fun and friendship all day long! - Steamies vs Diesels and Other Thomas Adventures
E83Steamies vs Diesels and Other Thomas AdventuresOn the Island of Sodor, two kinds of engines help keep Sir Topham Hatt's railway running smoothly - steamies and Diesels. But is the island big enough for both? It's not always easy for these engines to put aside their differences and work together. See what happens when the diesels tease Thomas. Will Thomas come to their aid when they need this Really Useful steamie's help? And when Gordon develops some very loud squeaks and rattles, will Sir Topham Hatt retire him to the yard for good? That's what the diesels say! Get on board with the steamies and the diesels and see how they finally learn that, from brake pipe to buffer, all engines are more alike than not. - Best of PercyE84
Best of PercyKnown 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 and 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. - The Early Years: Disc 1E85
The Early Years: Disc 1For the first time ever, all of the original 26 episodes of Thomas and Friends are together in this must-have 3 DVD disc set! Collectors and new fans of Thomas will love taking a journey back in time to experience Thomas from the very beginning. Join Thomas as he meets Gordon, Percy, Henry, Edward, and all of his favorite friends on the Island of Sodor for the very first time. Disc 1 and Disc 2 are loaded with 13 episodes each. Narrated by Ringo Starr, both parents and kids alike are sure to love every fun-filled minute. All-new features, activites, and educational games await discovery on Disc 3, including commentary from Sir Topham Hatt, a read-along story, and much, much more! - The Early Years: Disc 2E86
The Early Years: Disc 2For the first time ever, all of the original 26 episodes of Thomas and Friends are together in this must-have 3 DVD disc set! Collectors and new fans of Thomas will love taking a journey back in time to experience Thomas from the very beginning. Join Thomas as he meets Gordon, Percy, Henry, Edward, and all of his favorite friends on the Island of Sodor for the very first time. Disc 1 and Disc 2 are loaded with 13 episodes each. Narrated by Ringo Starr, both parents and kids alike are sure to love every fun-filled minute. All-new features, activites, and educational games await discovery on Disc 3, including commentary from Sir Topham Hatt, a read-along story, and much, much more! - Thomas and the TreasureE87
Thomas and the TreasureALL ABOARD! When Salty tells a story about a lost pirate treasure on the Island of Sodor, Thomas sets out to discover if it's really true! Meanwhile, Dennis, a new Diesel engine, is playing tricks, and Henry tries to prove he is the strongest engine on the Island of Sodor. - Rescue on the RailsE102
Rescue on the RailsReady to Rescue! The Sodor Search and Rescue Team is racing to the rescue -- Bertie's stuck on Shake Shake Bridge, Gordon's derailed and Thomas' firebox is on fire! In these exciting episodes, your favorite engines brave the rails to rescue their friends. Discover that being heroic is more than having speed and strength; it's about teamwork and a big heart – which puts every Really Useful Engine on the right track. Episodes Fiery Flynn James to the Rescue Edward the Hero Stop that Bus! - James Learns a LessonE105
James Learns a LessonCheer 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. - Percy Saves the Day
E106Percy Saves the DayOn the Island of Sodor, Sir Topham Hatt is always stressing to the engines the importance of working together and listening to one another. But sometimes, the engines don't always do as they are told. Hop aboard to see what happens when Thomas ignores Percy's warning of a wobbly track. Cheer Rusty on as he races to save a reckless Duncan. And meet Fergus, the traction engine, and find out how he proves that even new engines can be Really Useful. Get ready for Thomas and Friends, where everyone is Making Tracks to Great Destinations.
