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Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery

2008, English. Directed by Steve Asquith.

A roller coaster ride of a movie!

Thomas the Tank Engine™ stars in an all-new movie guest starring Pierce Brosnan as the narrator! Sodor Day is coming and all the engines are busy preparing. When Thomas gets lost in the mountains, he discovers the old town of Great Waterton! Soon the whole island is buzzing with the news of Thomas' discovery and restoring the town in time for the big day. Join the fun and meet a new engine friend named Stanley!

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Runtime
1h 0m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
G

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Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.

Availability in India as of 12 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

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Released
5 July 2008
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Written by
Sharon Miller, Simon Spencer, Sam Barlow
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Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery: quick answers

What should I watch before Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery?

Watch Thomas & Friends: Calling All Engines! (2006) first.

What comes after Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery?

Next in the series: Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails (2009), Thomas & Friends: Misty Island Rescue (2010), and Thomas & Friends: Day of the Diesels (2011).

Is Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery worth watching?

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How long is Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery?

Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery runs 60 minutes (1h 0m).

Does Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery have a post-credits scene?

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Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.

Which OTT platform is Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery on?

Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)

What movies are like Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery?

If you liked Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery, try Luca, The Brave Little Toaster, Once Upon a Forest.

Who directed Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery?

Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery (2008) was directed by Steve Asquith and stars Pierce Brosnan.

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