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ප්ලේයර් සේවාදායකය
Thomas & Friends

Thomas & Friends

19847
සජීවීදරුවන්
නිකුත් වීම
1984 ඔක් 09
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එක්සත් රාජධානිය
නිෂ්පාදන
Nitrogen Studios CanadaBritt Allcroft ProductionsMattelHiT EntertainmentGullane Pictures
Thomas & Friends යනු බ්‍රිතාන්‍ය ළමා ටෙලිවිශන් නාලිකාවක් වන අතර, 1984 සැප්තැම්බර් 4 වන දින ITV ජාලයේදී පළමු වාරය සම්ප්‍රේෂණය කරන ලදී. මෙය Reverend Wilbert Awdry සහ ඔහුගේ පුතා Christopher Awdry විසින් ලියන The Railway Series පොත් මත පදනම් වේ. පොත් Sodor නමින් කල්පිත දුම්කලාපයේ ජීවිතය ගනු ලබන අන්ථරෝපොර්ෆ් කරන ලොකු වාහන සහ මාර්ග වාහනගේ සాహසික කතා කරයි. Wilbert විසින් ඔහුගේ පුතා Christopher ට ඔහුගේ දොලෙන් සුව වෙමින් ඔහුට කථා කියා දුන් අතර, පළමු සිට හතරවැනි සීරියාව දක්වා බොහෝ කථා Awdryගේ පුද්ගලික අත්දැකීම් මත පදනම් වූවකි.

About

Quick guide

A charming British TV series that debuted in 1984, featuring anthropomorphic trains on the fictional Island of Sodor.

Thomas & Friends is a British children’s television series that first aired on ITV on 9 October 1984. It adapts the stories from The Railway Series books by Reverend Wilbert Awdry and his son Christopher Awdry. The show follows a cast of anthropomorphic steam engines and other vehicles living and working on the fictional Island of Sodor. Over the course of 24 series, more than 500 episodes were produced, initially shot with live‑action model sets and later using CGI animation. The series has been broadcast worldwide and has inspired a wide range of merchandise, films, and a 2021 reboot.

What to know

  • Created by Britt Allcroft in 1984.
  • Based on The Railway Series books by the Awdry family.
  • Features a cast of steam engines, including Thomas, Percy, Gordon, Henry, James, and Edward.
  • Set on the fictional Island of Sodor.
  • First aired on ITV in the UK and later on PBS and other networks.
  • Episodes run 4–11 minutes, starting with live‑action models and shifting to CGI.
  • Narrated by Ringo Starr (US) and Michael Angelis (UK).
  • Suitable for young children and family viewing.

Watch if

If you enjoy gentle stories about teamwork, friendship, and learning life lessons from charming anthropomorphic trains, Thomas & Friends offers clear, positive messages in a light, family‑friendly tone.

Skip if

If you prefer fast‑paced, action‑heavy shows, or if you’re looking for complex adult themes, this series may feel too simple and slow.

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Episode Structure
Episodes vary from 4½ minutes in early seasons to 11 minutes in later ones, usually featuring a single self‑contained story. The format begins with a narrator’s introduction, followed by a narrative that highlights a moral lesson. The early episodes were filmed with live‑action model trains, while series 12 onwards employ CGI, preserving the characters’ charm.
Main Characters
Thomas, a blue tank engine, is the eager and sometimes mischievous protagonist. Percy is the small, green engine with a kind heart. Gordon, the big blue express, is proud but ultimately dependable. Henry, the green engine, is gentle and reliable. James, the red engine, is passionate but hot‑headed. Edward, the blue engine, is shy yet earnest. Each engine contributes to the series’ themes of teamwork and learning.
Island of Sodor
Sodor is a fictional island located on the north‑eastern coast of England. It hosts a complex railway network, including both mainline and narrow‑gauge lines, and is home to a variety of locomotives and vehicles. The island’s setting provides a safe, familiar backdrop for the series’ adventures and moral lessons.
Production History
The series debuted on ITV on 9 October 1984, initially produced by Clearwater Features with live‑action model sets. In 2002 the production shifted to CGI, undertaken by HOT Animation and later Nitrogen Studios. Over its 24 seasons, 584 episodes were broadcast, making it one of the longest‑running children’s programs.
Broadcast & Availability
Thomas & Friends originally aired on ITV, later moving to Cartoon Network, Nick Jr., and Channel 5 in the UK. In the U.S., it appeared on PBS, NBC, and several cable channels. Today the show can be streamed on PBS Retro, Netflix (for the reboot), and other platforms, with episodes available in multiple languages.
Legacy & Reboot
The original series inspired several films, including Thomas and the Magic Railroad (2000). In 2021, a 2D animated reboot titled Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go premiered on Cartoon Network’s preschool block, bringing new designs and stories while retaining the core values of the original.

FAQ

49 Q&A
Who are the Scottish twins?
The Scottish twins are Donald and Douglas.
What is Gordon's number?
Gordon's number is 4.
What happened to James when he was pulling trucks up a hill?
James' brake blocks caught fire when he was pulled too fast by trucks going down a hill.
Who is the tank engine who is shaped like a tram?
Toby is the tram engine.
Who is the green engine who sometimes has trouble with his firebox?
Henry is a green engine who sometimes had trouble with his firebox.
How did Thomas become a steam engine?
Thomas was originally a teal green engine numbered 70 before being repainted blue.
What is Henry's number?
Henry's number is 3.
What is the name of the big red engine who is very proud?
James is the big red engine who is very proud.
Who is the controller of the engines on the Island of Sodor?
Sir Topham Hatt is the controller of the engines on the Island of Sodor.
What is Toby's number?
Toby's number is 7.
Who is the yellow engine with a sneezy funnel?
The search results do not specify a yellow engine with a sneezy funnel.
What is Edward's number?
Edward's number is 2.
Who is the little red engine who was rescued from scrap?
The search results do not specify a little red engine rescued from scrap.
Why did Henry have to go into a tunnel and not come out?
Henry went into a tunnel because he was afraid of the rain.
What are Donald and Douglas' numbers?
Donald and Douglas' numbers are 9 and 10.
What jobs does Thomas do?
Thomas is a station pilot, pulls passenger trains, and works on his own branch line.
What is Emily's number?
Emily's number is 12.
What is Percy's number?
Percy's number is 6.
What is Thomas' number?
Thomas' number is 1.
Why was Gordon running late in one episode?
The search results do not specify why Gordon was running late in an episode.
Who is the little blue engine who is often late?
Thomas is a little blue engine who is often late.
Who is the wise old engine who is often kind and helpful?
Edward is a wise, kind, and helpful engine.
Who is the little blue engine who is afraid of heights?
Percy is afraid of heights.
What is Oliver's number?
Oliver's number is 11.
Who is Thomas' best friend?
Percy is Thomas' best friend.
What happens when engines don't listen to the Fat Controller?
When engines don't listen to the Fat Controller, they often get into trouble and have to learn a lesson.
What is the name of the special where Thomas and his friends go on an adventure to find a lost engine?
The special where Thomas and his friends go on an adventure to find a lost engine is called "Lost and Found".
How did the show change from the original model series to the CGI series?
The show changed from using model trains to computer-generated images (CGI), which made the characters and scenery look more realistic.
Who is Annie and Clarabel?
Annie and Clarabel are Thomas the Tank Engine's two passenger coaches.
What kind of jobs do the engines do on the Island of Sodor?
The engines on the Island of Sodor do many jobs like pulling trains, carrying passengers, and taking goods to different places.
What happens at the end of the TV series?
The TV series does not have a definitive end as new episodes and specials continue to be produced.
What is the name of the helicopter who helps the engines?
The name of the helicopter who helps the engines is Harold.
What is the most famous song from Thomas & Friends?
The most famous song from Thomas & Friends is the "Thomas the Tank Engine Theme Song".
What is the name of the really useful engine who is a shunter at the scrapyard?
The really useful engine who is a shunter at the scrapyard is Scruffy.
What is the name of the old engine who was in a shed for many years?
The name of the old engine who was in a shed for many years is Oliver.
Who is the strong diesel engine who works at the quarry?
The strong diesel engine who works at the quarry is called "Big" Mickey.
What is the name of the movie where Thomas meets the Fat Controller's mother?
There is no movie where Thomas meets the Fat Controller's mother.
What is the name of the yellow engine who works at the quarry?
The yellow engine who works at the quarry is Mavis.
What is the name of the big blue engine who is the manager of the diesel works?
The big blue engine who is the manager of the diesel works is called "The Breakdown Train".
Who created Thomas & Friends?
Thomas & Friends was created by Reverend Wilbert Awdry.
What was the first episode of Thomas & Friends ever made?
The first episode of Thomas & Friends ever made was "Thomas and Gordon".
What is the name of the grumpy diesel engine who likes to cause trouble?
The grumpy diesel engine who likes to cause trouble is Diesel.
What is the name of the main station on the Island of Sodor?
The name of the main station on the Island of Sodor is Tidmouth Station.
Why are some of the engines scared of ghosts?
Some engines are scared of ghosts because they have heard spooky stories and believe in them.
What is the name of the movie where Thomas goes to London?
The movie where Thomas goes to London is called "Thomas and the Magic Railroad".
How many seasons of Thomas & Friends are there?
As of early 2026, there have been 24 seasons of Thomas & Friends.
What is the name of the island where Thomas and his friends live?
The island where Thomas and his friends live is called the Island of Sodor.
What is the name of the shunting engine who is painted blue?
The name of the shunting engine who is painted blue is Percy.
What is the name of the engine who was saved from scrap by Douglas?
The name of the engine who was saved from scrap by Douglas is Oliver.

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John Hasler
Narrator (voice)
Joseph May
Joseph May
Narrator (voice)