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Thomas & Friends: Journey Beyond Sodor (2017)

Thomas & Friends: Journey Beyond Sodor poster
Directed by
David Stoten
Genre
musical film
Country
United Kingdom
Runtime
1h 15m
Rated
G
Rating
6.9 of 10 from 15 voters
Elsewhere
IMDb

How it feels

Thomas the Tank Engine is taken to the mainland after he mistakenly pulls the wrong load. There he meets new engine friends and learns about their special abilities.

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What happens

Thomas & Friends: Journey Beyond Sodor is a 2017 British animated musical adventure film and the thirteenth feature-length special based on the British television series Thomas & Friends. The film was produced and distributed by Mattel Creations with animation production by Canadian-based Jam Filled Toronto. The film centres on Thomas being held captive in a Steelworks within the mainland after taking a load meant for his friend James. The film stars John Hasler (UK) and Joseph May (US) as the voice of Thomas, and guest stars such as Hugh Bonneville who plays the role of Merlin. The film also deals with many traits that children have such as autism, through the Experimental Engines. Initially released in the United States on August 23, the film saw a limited theatrical release in the United Kingdom through National Amusements. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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