Thomas & Friends: Journey Beyond Sodor

Thomas travels away from the Island of Sodor to the mainland on a journey that tests his ambition. After an accident involving another engine, Thomas attempts to prove his worth by taking on a difficult delivery task. Along the way, he meets experimental engines and learns that the bonds of friendship are more valuable than being the most preferred locomotive. The story focuses on Thomas and these new companions working together to rescue James and return him home.

This animated family musical was directed by David Stoten and written by Andrew Brenner. The production was a collaboration between Mattel, Mattel Creations, and Jam Filled Toronto in the United Kingdom and United States. The voice cast features John Hasler as Thomas and Mark Moraghan as the narrator, with Keith Wickham, Rob Rackstraw, Nigel Pilkington, and Teresa Gallagher voicing various characters including Edward, James, and Percy. In total, 20 cast members are credited for the 70-minute feature. Since its release on August 22, 2017, the film has maintained a positive reception among viewers, reflected by a rating of 7.1 on TMDB based on 16 votes.