Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that Thomas & Friends: The Lion of Sodor is a collection of four episodes from the Thomas series. "The Lion of Sodor," "Thomas and the Pigs," "Time for a Story," and "Hiro Helps Out" impart valuable lessons about listening, following instructions, waiting, and asking questions. There's some very brief, minor peril when a train speeds off-track, but no one is hurt.

Sexual Content

Violence

Very minor peril in a scene where Thomas races along the track too quickly over a section under repair and wrecks in the countryside.

Language

Not applicable

Social Behavior

Thomas & Friends: The Lion of Sodor offers many positive messages about listening, following instructions, working hard, and fixing your mistakes.

Consumerism

Nothing in particular is promoted for purchase in the film, but Thomas the Tank Engine is a popular and beloved character with books, toys, and other movies and TV shows widely available for consumption.

Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol