Thomas.and.friends-king.of.the.railway.2013.dvd...
The original 2013 DVD slipsleeve features a distinct artwork: Thomas pulling the golden Stephen up a steep hill with Ulfstead Castle in the background. This original pressing is highly sought after for several reasons:
: Includes sing-a-long versions of "Searching Everywhere," "It's Gonna Be a Great Day," and "Working Together Again". Guess Who? Game : A character-based guessing game. : Digital puzzles included in the "Extras" menu. Promotional Content : Trailers for other Thomas & Friends movies like Tale of the Brave and advertisements for Fisher-Price Trackmaster sets. Thomas the Tank Engine Wiki Plot & New Characters The story follows Thomas and his friends as they help Sir Robert Norramby , the Earl of Sodor, restore the historic Ulfstead Castle. Thomas the Tank Engine Wiki Key Characters : Introduces (based on Stephenson's Rocket), (a French narrow-gauge engine), and high-speed engines Connor and Caitlin The Mission Thomas.And.Friends-King.Of.The.Railway.2013.DVD...
: The engines must find a missing golden crown and rescue Stephen after he gets trapped in an old mine. Technical Specifications The original 2013 DVD slipsleeve features a distinct
Thomas & Friends: King of the Railway is more than just a 62-minute adventure. It is a respectful nod to railway history wrapped in a modern, visually stunning package. The 2013 DVD release represents the best of the "CGI Era" before the series underwent further stylistic reboots in later years. Game : A character-based guessing game
⚠️ The DVD is as of 2018, so prices may vary for new/sealed copies.
The climax of King of the Railway is a masterclass in Thomas storytelling: When a tunnel collapses and traps the Earl, it is the "old" Stephen who proves that age is not a weakness. Using his superior knowledge of ancient railway routes, Stephen navigates the collapsed tunnel and saves the day. The "King of the Railway" is not a monarch, but the spirit of innovation and history—Stephen himself.
One of the primary reasons collectors seek out the DVD over streaming versions is the inclusion of bonus features. The King of the Railway DVD did not skimp on extras. These often included: