Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away!
“The Sky's the Limit for Fun & Adventure!”
Synopsis
Thomas and Percy have a special Special as they try and try again to bring balloons to Mr. Bubbles' Big Balloon Show. At the Children's Steam Fair, Emily learns there are great rewards - and laughs - in helping others, Kevin tries his hook at Hide and Peep, and Thomas has a wonky whistle! Up, up and away for exciting adventures with Thomas & Friends!
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Opening to Thomas and Friends: Up Up and Away 2012 DVD (on TV)
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-12-04
Top Cast
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Michael Brandon
Narrator / Mr. Bubbles (voice)
Martin Sherman
Thomas / Percy (voice)
Kerry Shale
Gordon / Sir Topham Hatt / Kevin / Dash (voice)
Jules de Jongh
Lady Hatt / Emily / Children (voice)
Keith Wickham
Dowager Hatt (voice)
David Bedella
Victor (voice)
Rupert Degas
Bertie (voice)
William Hope
Farmer McColl / Maithwaite Stationmaster / Steamworks Worker / Farmhands / Bash (voice)
Glenn Wrage
Spencer / Charlie / Ferdinand (voice)
Togo Igawa
Hiro (voice)
Ben Forster
Mr. Perkins
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 6, 2012
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Greg Tiernan
- Screenplay & Story
- Sharon Miller, Rachel Ruderman, Neil Ben, Gerard Foster, Laurie Israel
- Original Title
- Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away!
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 49m
- Production Studios
- Lionsgate Home Entertainment, HiT Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Greg Tiernan
Sharon Miller, Rachel Ruderman, Neil Ben, Gerard Foster, Laurie Israel
Nicole Stinn
Department Leadership Roster
Sharon Miller
Writer
Rachel Ruderman
Writer
Greg Tiernan
Director
Neil Ben
Writer
Gerard Foster
Writer
Laurie Israel
Writer
Nicole Stinn
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away!
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What is Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away! about?
Thomas and Percy have a special Special as they try and try again to bring balloons to Mr. Bubbles' Big Balloon Show. At the Children's Steam Fair, Emily learns there are great rewards - and laughs - in helping others, Kevin tries his hook at Hide and Peep, and Thomas has a wonky whistle! Up, up and away for exciting adventures with Thomas & Friends!
Who directed Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away!?
Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away! was directed by Greg Tiernan.
Who stars in Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away!?
The principal cast of Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away! includes Michael Brandon, Martin Sherman, Kerry Shale, Jules de Jongh, Keith Wickham.
When was Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away! released and how long is it?
Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away! was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 49m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away!?
Thomas & Friends: Up, Up and Away! holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).