Several other characters who had made long absences in the TV series, such as Donald, Douglas, Daisy and select members of the Sodor Construction Company, make their return in the film.

Thomas the Tank Engine wins a race against Bertie the Bus, who reveals that a new branch line is being built.

Partly repaired, Thomas meets Sailor John and his boat Skiff, who has been fitted with wheels that allow him to move on the rails.

Despite Thomas trying to explain what happened, Hatt confines him to his shed for the rest of the afternoon and orders everyone else to get back to work.

Marion the steam shovel finds a treasure chest full of gold and jewelry, which Hatt keeps in his safe overnight intending to donate it to the museum.

A loose rope is caught on Ryan, who derails the flatbed carrying the ship, leaving John with only Skiff to take him away.

At the rail-boat launch ramp, John rows Skiff out towards the sea, and Thomas ends up partially submerged.

[2] Sodor's Legend of the Lost Treasure currently holds an 80% "fresh" approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 5 reviews.