# Where to watch Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery (2008) in the UK

> Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery (2008) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.6/10  
**Genres:** Family  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T13:18:36.529Z)  

## Synopsis

Thomas the Tank Engine™ stars in an all-new movie guest starring Pierce Brosnan as the narrator! Sodor Day is coming and all the engines are busy preparing. When Thomas gets lost in the mountains, he discovers the old town of Great Waterton! Soon the whole island is buzzing with the news of Thomas' discovery and restoring the town in time for the big day. Join the fun and meet a new engine friend named Stanley!

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Thomas%20%26%20Friends%3A%20The%20Great%20Discovery)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Thomas%20%26%20Friends%3A%20The%20Great%20Discovery&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Thomas%20%26%20Friends%3A%20The%20Great%20Discovery)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Thomas%20%26%20Friends%3A%20The%20Great%20Discovery&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Thomas%20%26%20Friends%3A%20The%20Great%20Discovery&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Thomas%20%26%20Friends%3A%20The%20Great%20Discovery+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery in the UK?**

Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery (2008) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery?**

Yes. Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/93458/thomas-friends-the-great-discovery-2008
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/1ThzDIhr8PnjS6aOFH9LycgXbdr.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/93458/thomas-friends-the-great-discovery-2008.json

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