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Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails

2009, English. Directed by Greg Tiernan & Jeff Bailey.

The most heroic tale of the year!

One summer, Thomas comes across an old abandoned engine called Hiro. Desperately in need of repair, Hiro faces the Smelters Yard, so Thomas and his friends must work together to save poor Hiro from this fate.

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1h 1m
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Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.

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Released
26 September 2009
Country
Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America
Written by
Sharon Miller
Box office
$138K
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What Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails is based on

Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails is based on Thomas & Friends, an animated television series by Wilbert Awdry.

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What should I watch before Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?

Watch Thomas & Friends: Calling All Engines! (2006) and Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery (2008) first.

What comes after Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?

Next in the series: Thomas & Friends: Misty Island Rescue (2010), Thomas & Friends: Day of the Diesels (2011), and Thomas & Friends: Blue Mountain Mystery (2012).

Is Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails worth watching?

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How long is Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?

Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails runs 61 minutes (1h 1m).

Does Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails have a post-credits scene?

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Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

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Which OTT platform is Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails on?

Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)

What movies are like Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?

If you liked Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails, try The Pagemaster, The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild, Trouble.

Who directed Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?

Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails (2009) was directed by Greg Tiernan and Jeff Bailey and stars Michael Angelis, Ben Small, Keith Wickham.

What is Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails based on?

Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails is based on Thomas & Friends, an animated television series by Wilbert Awdry.

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