To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Thomas The Tank Engine, Mattel has released never before seen behind the scenes images of celebrity guest stars of the much-loved kids books, toys and television show.
Over the years a number of celebrities have voiced one of Thomas the Tank Engine's many friends or narrated one of his adventures.
The released images show Pierce Brosnan narrating the feature-length film, The Great Discovery and guest appearances from Eddie Redmayne and Hugh Bonneville.
As part of Thomas’ 75th-anniversary celebration, a special royal episode of the show - 'Thomas and the Royal Engine' - will air featuring an introduction from Prince Harry talking about what Thomas the Tank Engine meant to him growing up.
British actress Rosamund Pike also has a big role in the 75th anniversary special, as she voices the newest character, Duchess the Royal Engine.
“Duchess is a lovely, warm, bubbly sort of effervescent engine who I was incredibly drawn to because she is very anxious to get things right. Duchess has a very important job, but she is feeling the pressure" Pike said of the role.
“It is a beautiful and apt episode for the 75th anniversary of Thomas & Friends.
It has all the key characters, some new ones and some unexpected ones. It puts Thomas front and center by giving him a very noble and important challenge in which he emerges triumphant" she added.
