Thomas & Friends is releasing the original, never-before-seen 1983 pilot episode of Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends on YouTube for the first time ever. PEOPLE has a sneak peek at the special ...

Ringo Starr, fourth from left, was the original narrator of “Thomas & Friends.” Mattel A vast majority of the many characters were originally male — and, apparently, white.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., May 09, 2025--Thomas & Friends to celebrate the 80th anniversary and honor over eight decades of timeless stories about friendship, adventure and teamwork.