Duncan quotes from Thomas & Friends

That's Rusty.

And the brass band.

They must be in trouble.

If the brass band is with Rusty. we'll have the concert there.

Listen, Thomas. Skarloey is telling a story from the hills.

Long, long ago, there was an old engine called Proteus. His lamp was so bright you could see it from miles around. Proteus said it was a magic lamp. He promised that if any engine ever found the lamp, their wishes would come true.

How would you know it was Proteus' lamp?

First, you feel a rush of wind whenever the lamp is near, then you'll hear a strange creaking sound. And finally, you'll see it flicker on and off, off and on.

I don't believe there's a magic lamp!

[after Duncan pushed his way through the barrier] Look what you done, Duncan.

I wanted an adventure.

This isn't a time for an adventure. We've got work to do.

[upon hearing about Duncan's antics] Adventure can be full of surprises, Duncan; some good, and some not so good.

So next time I have an adventure, I will know to think clearly all the time.

If went up the hill on the winch, then everyone will see how brave I am.

Look at where Skarloey is!

That is the bravest thing to do!

[proudly] Look at me! Look at me!

[racing down the incline] WEE!

[about the bell] What a wonderful sound!

Remember, the bell is very heavy. The track to the polishers is old and in need of some repair. You must go slowly and carefully.

[speeds past] HOORAY!

Slow down! The track ahead is very wobbly!

Are you looking for something, Thomas?

I'm looking for the Christmas tree.

Don't you know what a Christmas tree looks like? It's tall and green and pointy. Peter Sam, Thomas needs our help! He doesn't know what a Christmas tree looks like!

[cuts him off] Of course I do!

You were a long time getting here.

You're lucky I came at all. I've got an important job to do later. I'm taking some children to a concert.

Is doing 2 jobs in one day too hard for you?

Pah! I can do more jobs in one day than you can! I'm really useful!

How about a week on petition? I bet I could take coal to the villagers faster than you can deliver it.

Alright! You're on!

James is stuck. He has run out of coal. Now he won't be able to take the children to the concert.

I have to tell you about the hidden coal.

You have caused delay and confusion, but you have told the truth, and a really useful engine always tells the truth.

I'll only be really useful if I could help James.

[has his cab fixed with a special birthday flag to celebrate Mr. Percival's twins' birthday before Mr. Percival came to see him] Shall I pick up the twins now?

No, Duncan. This year, I am giving them a ride in a hot air balloon for their birthday. Duncan, you must collect the hot air balloon from the transfer yards.

[disappointed] Yes, sir. [chuffs away, sadly]

Merry Christmas to you, Duncan!

Merry Christmas to one and all!

Bah humbug!