Several Shining Time Station VHS Releases were distributed in the United States. This article only lists the VHS releases that feature episodes of Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends.
'Tis a Gift
'Tis a Gift (Holiday Special) was originally released on October 27, 1992 by A*Vision Entertainment. It was re-released on October 6, 1993 by KidVision and re-released again on October 7, 1997 by Anchor Bay Entertainment.
Description
ALL ABOARD! For a magical holiday adventure at SHINING TIME STATION.
The week before Christmas has all your friends at SHINING TIME STATION wrapped up in the holiday bustle. As the adults bicker over who will play Santa's Helper in the holiday pageant, Matt and Tanya are left to play with Vickie, a little girl unwilling to experience the joys of the season. A mysterious passenger, Mr. Nicholas (Lloyd Bridges), makes a lasting impression while waiting for his train, "The Northern Star." He has the strongest effect on Vickie, who receives a gift from Mr. Nicholas that no amount of money could buy - he teaches her the spirit of the holidays. Adding to the enchantment all your favorites from SHINING TIME STATION including the Juke Box Puppet Band performing toe-tapping versions of holiday favorites, and a special Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends winter adventure, narrated by Mr. Conductor (played by Ringo Starr).
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Trivia
- This is the only Shining Time Station VHS of several things:
- The only Shining Time Station VHS to feature Ringo Starr as Mr. Conductor and the only VHS to feature Ringo Starr's US narration of Thomas' Christmas Party.
- The only Shining Time Station VHS to feature an episode from the first season of Shining Time Station, though it is modified from its broadcast version.
- The only Shining Time Station VHS re-released by Anchor Bay Entertainment.
- In Thomas and the Missing Christmas Tree, due to Ringo Starr's departure before he had a chance to re-narrate certain lines, all lines mentioning the Fat Controller were omitted but were not re-narrated with "Sir Topham Hatt" in their place, leaving long instrumental pauses in some places. However, one line that was not omitted was the British name for Santa Claus, Father Christmas.
- The 1997 rerelease was sold in a 2-pack along with the 1995 rerelease of Thomas' Christmas Party at various Toys R Us Stores in 1998.
VHS Pack
- 'Tis a Gift and Thomas' Christmas Party and Other Favorite Stories 2-pack
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Stacy Cleans Up
Stacy Cleans Up (Volume 1) was originally released on April 21, 1993 by KidVision. It was re-released with new cover art on February 16, 1994.
Description
ALL ABOARD! As Mr. Conductor helps Stacy and the kids discover a valuable lesson about the environment.
A train of garbage gets stuck at SHINING TIME STATION when the Indian Valley Garbage Dump closes. As the day goes on, the Station is buzzing - with townspeople, the Juke Box Puppet Band, Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends - and garbage flies! As the garbage pile grows... and sits... the smell overwhelms the station. When Mr. Conductor shows Stacy, Dan and Kara that there is more to garbage smell, they realize that recycling will put an end to the garbage train's problems - and help the environment.
Enjoy this classic episode of SHINING TIME STATION - which includes special surprises added exclusively for this video.
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Schemer Alone!
Schemer Alone! (Volume 2) was originally released on April 21, 1993 by KidVision. It was re-released with new cover art on February 16, 1994.
Description
ALL ABOARD! For fun, scheming, and a lesson on responsibility when Schemer's Mommy leaves him alone overnight!
Schemer's mommy leaves town for the night and he is left to take care of himself. Outrageous situations follow as Schemer moves into the arcade, takes advantage of everyone, and tries to take care of himself. The result is a hilarious ramp with all your friends from Shining Time, as Schemer learns an important lesson about responsibility and promises.
Join Mr. Conductor, Stacy, the Juke Box Puppet Band, Thomas the Tank Engine, and all your friends for laughs and more exciting surprises, exclusively for home video.
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Sweet and Sour
Sweet and Sour was originally released on October 6, 1993 by YES! Entertainment. This video was made for the TV Teddy VHS series in which a toy bear named TV Teddy would react to scenes and interact with the video presenter.
Description
Join T.V. Teddy as he talks, laughs, and sings along with this exciting new interactive video. In the Anthony's Attic shows, learn about different coins and how to identify them by size and value. Then sing along with Abraham Lincoln whose picture is on every penny you save and earn!
Visit your friends at the magical and very special Shining Time Station! Becky, Kara and Dan have a proud new enterprise selling cookies and lemonade. But sales become difficult to swallow when Schemer and Little Schemee take over — they try to get rich quick at the customer's expense! With a "Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends" story, Mr Conductor shows that when you stand up for what's right, good fortune often follows. The kids start a new business following "Honesty is the best policy," and soon their business is better than ever! From the highly acclaimed PBS series, this storybook TV show is packed with fun-filled lessons. There's just something about this place!
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Trivia
- This is the only Shining Time Station VHS to feature an episode from the second season of the show.
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Bully for Mr. Conductor
Bully for Mr. Conductor (Volume 3) was originally released on February 16, 1994 by KidVision.
Description
ALL ABOARD! As a Big Bully comes to Shining Time Station and strong-arms everyone!
When Stacy goes to the Chubby Corners Station to help out, J.B. King comes to be Station Manager at Shining Time. With J.B. King is his nephew Buster, ready to play with Dan and Becky. But the visit doesn't go as smoothly as J.B. expects when Buster turns out to be a bully and intimidates the kids. Mr. Conductor to the rescue, as he helps Dan learn how to handle a bully. When Dan stands up to Buster, he learns a bully only acts tough when he knows he can get away with it - so Dan gives him a "dose of his own medicine" and Buster backs down.
Everyone has an encounter with the bully - Schemer gets threatened, the Juke Box Band gets all shook up, and Thomas The Tank Engine & Friends meet up with a bully too! Join the entire gang plus special surprises exclusive to home video for another fun, classic episode.
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Becky Makes a Wish
Becky Makes a Wish (Volume 4) was originally released on February 16, 1994 by KidVision.
Description
ALL ABOARD! For fun and friendship at Shining Time Station! Becky's wishes create out of the ordinary excitement... and she gets more than she could ever imagine. Mr. Conductor leaves behind his magical wishing star and soon everything is topsy-turvy. Schemer becomes Stacy, Stacy becomes Schemer, the Mayor is flying and Midge Smoot has zipped her lip. It's up to Becky to help her friends get Shining Time Station back in order before J.B. King arrives for an important inspection. Along the way, Becky learns it is really up to you to make your own wishes come true.
Join the Juke Box Puppet Band, Billy Twofeathers, and Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends for a classic episode of Shining Time Station with special laughs and surprises added exclusively for home video.
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Billy's Party
Billy's Party (Volume 6) was originally released in 1994 by KidVision.
Description
ALL ABOARD! Thanksgiving is a time for sharing, but the folks at Shining Time Station have their own holiday plans. Schemer's preparing for a fantabulous feast of the future, Midge is boasting about candied yams and pumpkin pies. But when Ginny's dog, Mr. Filthy, runs away with her turkey, and Billy misses the last train to see the Hoboes and Boomers — special railroad people —, everyone amazingly ends up back at Shining Time Station for a celebration we are all thankful for.
Enjoy festivities and fun with everyone including Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends for a Thanksgiving gala with special surprises added exclusively for home video.
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Trivia
- Even though this was the fifth Shining Time Station VHS volume released by KidVision, it's listed as Volume 6 and the next two volumes after are listed as Volume 7 and 8.
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Mr. Conductor's Evil Twin
Mr. Conductor's Evil Twin (Volume 7) was originally released in 1994 by KidVision.
Description
ALL ABOARD! As Mr. Conductor's double stirs up trouble, Shining Time may never be the same. Kara brings Mr. Conductor's evil twin magically to life. He's supposed to help clean up a mess, but only creates a bigger one. He sends Stacy and Billy on a wild goose chase and creates a giant nickel that has Schemer on the run. But worst of all, he has plans to destroy the nice Mr. Conductor. Will Kara be able to warn Mr. C in time for a visit from J.B. King?
Join all your favorite friends as everyone learns from their mistakes including Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends in a fun-filled episode with extra surprises added exclusively for home video.
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Schemer's Special Club
Schemer's Special Club (Volume 8) was originally released in 1994 by KidVision.
Description
ALL ABOARD! As Schemer prepares for tea time with the President of the Nickelaire Club - a snooty group judging people only by what's on the outside. But when Schemer realizes that the Nickelaires have no plans to let his friends from Shining Time in, he takes a stand. If the club isn't good enough for everyone, well, then, it's not good enough for the Splendiferous Schemer. And with that, the children and Schemer form their own club with one very important motto - It's what's on the inside that counts.
Of course you're welcome, too! So join Stacy, the Juke Box Band, and all your friends including Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends for a special episode with extra laughs and fun exclusively to home video.
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