Thomas and the Breakdown Train

"Thomas and the Breakdown Train", retitled "Thomas Saves the Day" in American releases, is a first season episode narrated by Ringo Starr. It first aired on September the 22nd, 1984.

Plot
Thomas discovers the breakdown train, and is told the reasons why it used. Before long, James has an accident with his trucks and Thomas must take the breakdown train to help him. The Fat Controller is so pleased he gives Thomas his own branch line.

Featured characters

 * Thomas
 * Edward
 * Henry
 * Gordon
 * James
 * Sir Topham Hatt
 * Annie and Clarabel (does not speak)

Goofs

 * The workmen's coach wasn't coupled to the breakdown train.
 * When Thomas takes on water his water cap isn't open.
 * In the close-up of James' wheels on fire a small metal rod is creating the sparks, and it appears to have lifted up his front bogie.
 * Thin wires are used along with the cranes to lift James back on the rails.
 * When Thomas and James return to Tidmouth the puffing noise continues after they stop.