Gallant Old Engine (episode)

"Gallant Old Engine", retitled "The Gallant Old Engine" in American releases, is a fourth season episode. It first aired on February the 2nd, 1995.

Plot
Skarloey, dismayed by Duncan's stubborness, tells Duncan and Peter Sam the story of the time Rheneas single-handedly ran the Skarloey Railway. Skarloey had been feeling sick, so Rheneas did his work. Then, one miserable day, Rheneas was puffing with home with a full train when his valve gear jams. Rheneas feels sore, but manages to get home safely. Duncan sees the error of his ways and apologises.

The next day, Rheneas returns and a big celebration is held. However, Rheneas feels happiest when he's back with his brother Skarloey.

Featured characters

 * Skarloey
 * Rheneas
 * Peter Sam
 * Duncan
 * Edward (does not speak)
 * Sir Handel (cameo)
 * Thomas (cameo)
 * Henry (cameo)
 * Gordon (cameo)
 * James (cameo)
 * Percy (cameo)
 * Smudger (face cameo)

Goofs

 * Rheneas is wearing Smudger's sad face when he passes Skarloey in a flash-back.
 * Throughout all of the field scenes, wire is visible under Rheneas and one of his coaches.
 * When the passengers say "Thank you for getting us home" a thud can be heard in the background.
 * Henry is looking cross when he sees Edward puffs in with Rheneas.
 * In the close-up of Thomas and James, look to Thomas' right and you will see Percy's driver misplaced!