Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails
“The most heroic tale of the year!”
Synopsis
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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Hero of the Rails Part 1
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-02-06
Top Cast
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Michael Angelis
Narrator (voice)
Ben Small
Thomas / Toby (voice)
Keith Wickham
Edward / Henry / Gordon / James / Percy / The Fat Controller (voice)
Teresa Gallagher
Emily / Mavis / Duchess of Boxford (voice)
Matt Wilkinson
Spencer / Victor / Rocky / Kevin / Duke of Boxford (voice)
Togo Igawa
Hiro (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 8, 2009
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$138K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Greg Tiernan, Jeff Bailey
- Screenplay & Story
- Sharon Miller
- Original Score
- Robert Hartshorne
- Original Title
- Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Worldwide Gross
- $138K
- Production Studios
- Nitrogen Studios Canada, HiT Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Greg Tiernan, Jeff Bailey
Sharon Miller
Robert Hartshorne
Kevin Pavlovic
Nicole Stinn
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Hartshorne
Original Music Composer
Kevin Pavlovic
Editor
Greg Tiernan
Director
Jeff Bailey
Director
Sharon Miller
Writer
Nicole Stinn
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails
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What is Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails about?
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.
Who directed Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?
Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails was directed by Greg Tiernan, Jeff Bailey.
Who stars in Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?
The principal cast of Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails includes Michael Angelis, Ben Small, Keith Wickham, Teresa Gallagher, Matt Wilkinson.
When was Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails released and how long is it?
Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
How much did Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails make at the box office?
Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails grossed $138K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails was composed by Robert Hartshorne.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails?
Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.); DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).