Thomas and Trevor

"Thomas and Trevor", retitled "A New Friend for Thomas" in American releases, is a second season episode. It first aired September 30, 1986. This story was used on Shining Time Station two episodes "Is This the End?" (1989) and "Billy Saves the Day" (1993).

Plot
Trevor is bored with life in the Vicarage and is delighted when he is given the chance to help clear the site of the proposed Knapford Harbour. Edward takes Trevor to the junction to meet Thomas, who is confused at the concept of a steam engine that doesn't need rails. Trevor soon proves his worth at the harbour, and after giving children rides around the harbour goes home. Trevor is upset, but feels happy again when Thomas reminds him he may be needed at the harbour again.

Featured Characters

 * Thomas
 * Edward
 * Trevor
 * Annie and Clarabel
 * The Fat Controller (mentioned)
 * The Vicar of Wellsworth (mentioned)

Trivia

 * In a "Thomas and Friends" summer special magazine in 1994, there was a story which was also called "Thomas and Trevor".

In the story, Trevor wishes for a new coat of paint and Thomas feels sorry for him. When Stephen and Bridget want to paint pictures of the engines, Thomas takes them to the Vicarage Orchard where they paint pictures of Trevor. Trevor feels that he was painted - even if it wasn't actually put upon him!


 * This is the first episode in the television series that is not based on an episode in the railway series. Instead, it is based on a story that Christopher Awdry wrote for a Thomas and Friends annual.

Goofs

 * Trevor whistles at the beginning, without a driver.
 * Before crossing the line, Trevor should have stopped to look first and Thomas should have blown a warning whistle.

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