An Unlikely Fandom: The Impact of Thomas the Tank Engine

A gentle, affectionate sit with grown-up fans recalling how a childhood show shaped their lives and friendships.

Directed by

Brannon Carty

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Britt Allcroft, David Mitton, Rev. W. Awdry

Overview

This feature length documentary takes an intimate look at the impact of the popular children's television series Thomas & Friends. Around the world and from different walks of life, generations of adult fans reflect on their love for the show, and how it has forever changed the course of their lives. They're not just fans either. Many are preserving props from the television series, and some have even managed to work on the series itself as both writers and consultants.

How it feels

Warm, earnest and light. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Identity, friendship, art, memory

Content

No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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