

Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures
“PEEP! PEEP!”
Synopsis
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.
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July 22, 2003
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Mitton
- Screenplay & Story
- Jenny McDade, Abi Grant, Philip D. Fehrle, David Mitton, Christopher Awdry, Andrew Brenner, Brian Trueman, Paul Larson, Simon Nicholson
- Original Score
- Mike O'Donnell, Junior Campbell
- Original Title
- Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 34m
- Production Studios
- Resolution Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Mitton
Jenny McDade, Abi Grant, Philip D. Fehrle, David Mitton, Christopher Awdry, Andrew Brenner, Brian Trueman, Paul Larson, Simon Nicholson
Mike O'Donnell, Junior Campbell
Terry Permane
John Wright
Philip D. Fehrle, Britt Allcroft, Peter Urie
Department Leadership Roster
David Mitton
Director
Philip D. Fehrle
Producer
Jenny McDade
Writer
Terry Permane
Director of Photography
John Wright
Editor
David Mitton
Writer
Brian Trueman
Writer
Paul Larson
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures
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What is Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures about?
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.
Who directed Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures?
Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures was directed by David Mitton.
Who stars in Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures?
The principal cast of Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures includes Alec Baldwin.
When was Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures released and how long is it?
Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Thomas & Friends: James and the Red Balloon and Other Thomas Adventures was composed by Mike O'Donnell, Junior Campbell.
