The Season 19 Thomas Timeline — EXPLAINED

Summary

The script delves into the intricacies of 'Thomas & Friends' Series 19, uncovering a complex, interconnected timeline that many fans have overlooked. It explores how episodes like 'Salty All at Sea' and 'No Help at All' coincide with others, such as 'Best Engine Ever' and 'Den and Dart,' revealing a subtle overarching plot. The analysis highlights how events in these episodes lead to the introduction of new characters like Ryan and Phillip, and how the series cleverly foreshadows the 'Legend of the Lost Treasure.' The video script is a testament to the show's depth, offering a fresh perspective on a seemingly simple children's series.

Takeaways

• 😀 Series 19 of the CGI Thomas & Friends is considered the 'black sheep' but is secretly loved by the script's author for its subtle and intricate storylines.
• 🔍 The author uncovers a complex, overarching plot in Series 19 that intertwines multiple episodes, with many events occurring concurrently or in direct sequence.
• 📅 The script details a timeline where episodes 'Salty All at Sea' and 'No Help at All' take place during the same period, with other episodes like 'Best Engine Ever' and 'Den and Dart' happening on the same day.
• 🛠️ The construction of the Harwick Branch line is a significant plot point, with supplies arriving at the docks and impacting the storyline of 'No Help at All'.
• 🚂 The character Ryan is foreshadowed in 'No Help at All' as the new engine needed for the busy docks, which connects to his introduction in 'Legend of the Lost Treasure'.
• 👷‍♂️ The character Philip is introduced as a shunter at Knapford after Thomas's crash in 'Lost Treasure', which impacts the timeline of Series 19.
• 👨‍💼 The Fat Controller's office redecoration is ambiguously placed in the timeline, possibly occurring before or after the events of 'Lost Treasure'.
• 🔄 The script highlights the continuity and connections between episodes, such as the Vickerstown bridge repair and the various engines' movements around Sodor.
• 🎬 The author emphasizes the importance of understanding the timeline to fully appreciate the depth of the storytelling in Series 19.
• 🎉 After years of wanting to make this video, the author finally shares their in-depth analysis, celebrating the complexity and fun of the series' narrative structure.

Q & A

Why is series 19 considered the 'black sheep' of the CGI series?

Series 19 is referred to as the 'black sheep' because it is often overlooked or not as appreciated by fans, despite having a complex and subtle overarching plot that many may not have noticed.

What is the significance of the term 'overarching plot' in the context of series 19?

The 'overarching plot' refers to the interconnected storylines that span across multiple episodes within series 19, which were subtle and went over many fans' heads, creating a complex web of events.

How do the episodes 'Salty All at Sea' and 'No Help at All' relate to each other in terms of timeline?

The episodes 'Salty All at Sea' and 'No Help at All' take place during the same timeline, with Salty being sent to the mainland while the docks get busy again, and Timothy helping out at the docks.

What is the connection between 'Best Engine Ever' and 'Lost Treasure'?

The connection between 'Best Engine Ever' and 'Lost Treasure' is that the events of 'Best Engine Ever' take place one day before 'Lost Treasure', with references to James heading to Arbor Harbor, which is seen in 'Lost Treasure'.

Why was the production team hesitant to set series 19 before 'Lost Treasure'?

The production team was hesitant because they did not want to spoil the movies with events from the series, as had happened with series 17 and 18.

What is the role of Timothy in the timeline of series 19?

Timothy plays a significant role by helping out at the docks during Salty's absence and assisting with the shunting of supplies for the new Harwick Branch line.

How does the episode 'Den and Dart' fit into the timeline of series 19?

'Den and Dart' takes place on the same day as 'Best Engine Ever', with Mavis being at the diesel works and Den working at Farquar Quarry while other events unfold.

What is the significance of the supplies arriving at the docks in 'No Help at All'?

The supplies arriving at the docks are for the construction of the Harwick Branch line, which is a key plot point connecting several episodes and the movie 'Lost Treasure'.

Why was Ryan introduced in series 19?

Ryan was introduced as a new engine to help with the construction of the new Branch line and to alleviate the workload caused by the absence of other engines like Salty and the breakdowns of Mavis and Emily.

How does the 'Goodbye Fat Controller' episode relate to the timeline of series 19?

The 'Goodbye Fat Controller' episode can be interpreted in two ways: either the Fat Controller's office is redecorated before being blown up in 'Lost Treasure', or it is redecorated after the explosion as a result of it.

What is the final outcome of the complex timeline in series 19?

The complex timeline in series 19 culminates in the introduction of Philip as the official shunter at Knapford station, the Fat Controller's office being redecorated, and the setup for the events in 'Lost Treasure'.