The Missing Coach - COMPLETE EPISODE | Thomas & Friends: Back on Track | Episode 6 (NOT FOR KIDS)

Have you ever wondered why “The Missing Coach” was so confusing in The Railway Series? It’s because it was all LIES! When Douglas misplaced the Special Coach, it caused a lot of trouble for James, Thomas, and Sir Topham Hatt - not to mention the huge trick the twins played on The Inspector! Will Douglas be able to rescue the Special Coach in time for The Express? Find out what REALLY happened in Episode #6 of Thomas & Friends: Back on Track!
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(SPOILERS AHEAD)
It’s finally, FINALLY here! After F I V E YEARS!!
If I can be dramatic for a moment, this episode has been in ‘production hell’ for years, at least as far as Thomas KZbin videos are concerned. I wrote the first draft and started filming in 2019, but I was never sure how I wanted the episode to play out. In the draft version, the climax of the episode was Douglas chasing after James, catching up to him at Elsbridge, and then bringing the coach back to Tidmouth. Womp womp. Pretty anticlimactic, and it didn’t warrant a nice, ‘storybook’ ending with all the engines in the shed together.
I realized that I was essentially making an incomplete story. “The Missing Coach” in The Railway Series is the second part of a longer story, and trying to make it into a standalone episode, told to Edward and Percy as flashback, felt hollow to me. I then got completely sidetracked with a much more exciting episode idea, that being “Diesel To The Rescue,” as well as “Little Engine Who Believed,” and “Character Gallery” over the past year, so this episode has been completely sidelined since 2022.
It was only last Summer, a few days after I finished “Diesel To The Rescue,” that I reimagined the entire plot during a single car ride on vacation. This included the demonstration with the Inspector, TWO tender swaps, bargaining with James, the crash, the chase, and putting Douglas at the heart of the story. At that point, I felt like I would be able to rewrite the episode with lots of jokes, a bit of action, a fun climax, and most importantly, a lot more heart and emphasis on Douglas that was sorely lacking in my draft version.
I decided to totally diverge from the original story and just go all-out wacky - with a bit of inspiration from “Mrs. Doubtfire” and “Back To The Future: Part 2.” I knew I wouldn’t be able to top “Diesel To The Rescue” in terms of action, so I really tried to go for the laughs in this episode. Some of the jokes I’ve had in my system since 2019! I had to cut out SO much banter between the engines just to keep the story moving, but I still hope it gives you some laughs! This is the most fun I’ve had writing and narrating a video yet.
This episode isn’t nearly as crazy or as big a spectacle as “Diesel To The Rescue,” but it definitely has the most sets, the most shots, the most narration, and the most editing work put into it. I really hope you enjoy it, because it’s been quite a journey to see it finished!
If you’d like to watch more of my Thomas & Friends episodes, check out this playlist:
• Thomas & Friends: Back...
In terms of future videos, I’m going to get right to work on Episode #7 and a Behind-The-Scenes for this episode as well. And be sure to stick around after the credits too… there might be a teaser of things yet to come... 👀
And last but certainly not least, a special thanks to YOU for watching! Until next time!
-Sooty Will (and Donald) (and Douglas)
No special coaches were lost or harmed in the making of this film.
DISCLAIMER: This video is intended for a general audience. While it is safe for children to watch and does contain children's characters, children below the age of 13 are NOT the intended audience. While younger fans of Thomas & Friends can enjoy this video, it is directed and intended to be viewed by older Thomas & Friends fans over the age of 13, such as myself.
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[@SootyWill]

Hey everybody! It’s finally, FINALLY here! After FIVE YEARS!! This episode has been in ‘production hell’ for years. I wrote the first draft and started filming in 2019, but I was never sure how I wanted the episode to play out. It was only last Summer that I reimagined the entire plot - with lots of jokes, a bit of action, a fun climax, and most importantly, a lot more heart and emphasis on Douglas that was sorely lacking in the original version. This episode definitely has the most sets, the most shots, the most narration, and the most editing work put into it. I really hope you enjoy it, because it’s been quite a journey to see it finished! If you’d like to watch more of my Thomas & Friends episodes, check out this playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLSND9odXrDeZyRE9p3AtEEsYrGoJNb9b9 In terms of future videos, I’m going to get right to work on Episode #7 and a Behind-The-Scenes for this episode as well. And be sure to stick around after the credits too… there might be a teaser of things yet to come... 👀 And last but certainly not least, a special thanks to YOU for watching! Until next time! -Sooty Will (and Donald) (and Douglas) *No special coaches were lost or harmed in the making of this film.*

[@alejandrogarridoduran16]

WOOW! It Took So long To do this?

[@SootyWill]

@@alejandrogarridoduran16Sort of! I filmed the first few scenes in 2019, a couple shots in 2020 and 21, rewrote everything in 2023 and finished filming this year. I got sidetracked with a lot of projects in between

[@alejandrogarridoduran16]

@@SootyWill Wow like how the 1st to 5th thomas seasons take time from 1980 to 1998 but from 2001 onwards it's all rushed no reason on anything given.

[@BlueEngineProduction]

You’re back thank you so much for another episode

[@puppetsplushiesandtrains3761]

5 YEARS?! HOLY CRAP SOOTY! 5 years is crazy! But I think it was worth it. Great episode and that tugs post credit scene, amazing!

[@RedJubilee]

“Identity theft is not a joke, DOUGLAS.” Had me in tears 😂😂😂

[@SootyWill]

LOL my favorite line! So glad you got the reference! XD

[@STEAMKING924]

5:43 female passenger: I’ll have to walk 500 Miles!!!! Random guy beside her: and I have to walk 500 more…………! my died so many references

[@SootyWill]

Haha glad you got it! XD

[@YoLo-bb2vc]

the man wwho said he have to walk 500 more was probably her husband and realised she went full karen mode and assumed it was better to go 1000 miles for some peace and quite lol

[@STEAMKING924]

@@YoLo-bb2vc yeah, probably😂

[@YoLo-bb2vc]

@@STEAMKING924 i can say i know what thats like as once a month my misses goes full on karen and so i go 1000 miles and say hello to my aussie uncle lol

[@STEAMKING924]

@@YoLo-bb2vc 🤣😭

[@TankEngine97]

This has to be the most unique version of The Missing Coach that's been done. I like the addition of Thomas wanting to help Douglas, seems Adventure Begins esk.

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! I definitely took some inspiration from Adventure Begins. Glad you liked it!

[@Green_Arrow15]

15:30 “and I bet that someday you’ll help another engine call sodor their home” which is really clever considering he ended up rescuing Oliver and toad

[@Enterprisingengine93]

This is so expertly done. I love how you got that tracking shot on a spinning turntable. Genius. So much movement and detail. Bravo!

[@SootyWill]

Thank you so much Matt! That turntable shot took a lot of trial and error, so thanks for noticing! I've put a clip of it in the Behind The Scenes reel that I'm working on too. It's still so cool to me that you're watching my videos - thanks again!

[@patronstdenial5195]

18:48 the way this went from good to bad to worse is insane 👋😭

[@SootyWill]

Loool one of my favorite parts to film!

[@monarchvh8593]

This version of the missing coach is so chaotic and I absolutely love it

[@SootyWill]

Haha thanks so much! That's what I was going for!

[@SUPERTOAD-69]

​@SootyWill well, you did it well!

[@legominecraftrailway7404]

5:10 my jaw dropped! That was so funny! The whole thing was so funny. The situation the twins were in was such a big dilemma and the twins switching tenders made total sense. I loved seeing them switch tenders and then the one getting lost. Also the way that the fat controller found them out was very clever. Thomas’ fury, James getting stalled by Thomas, Gordon shouting at the twins, everything was gut bustingly hilarious. Phenomenal work.

[@SootyWill]

Thank you so much! So glad it made you laugh! I had a blast writing and recording it. :)

[@disney01gd6]

In years I haven’t heard of the cancelled episode “Missing Coach” but it feels good to remake something that wasn’t established by the company. Plus the scenes that hyped me up for its comedy, skits and unforgettable moments were. It’s a LONG LIST I tell ya! 5:11 THOMAS SCREAMING of the missing coach where the confusion and delay begins! 5:35 I love the SFX of the grumbling passengers! 6:11 “Easy Big Man!” 7:20 Thomas accusing Douglas too much… 😂 7:26 Fat Controller’s face XD telling Thomas to be quiet! 8:05 Douglas asking James for the coach but James NO! 8:28 Douglas threatening James to tell Fat Controller going over SPEED LIMIT! 9:32 Donald sarcastically looking for Douglas much to annoyance of Fat Controller… 😂 10:18 / 10:19 The bang noise making Fat Controller suspicious… 11:00 GOSH the music cue when Thomas was watching secretly! 🎼🎶🎵 11:31 Thomas panicked that Douglas brought Annie & Clarabel! 11:57 James warning Douglas of don’t take away Thomas’ beloved coaches! 12:27 “What’s wrong Thomas? Nnnnnnno coaches?” 13:45 James complaining tender engines don’t shunt. Neat! 16:13 Thomas approaching James too close to view was kinda funny! 😂 17:23 Donald (swap 10) still covering up nervously for Douglas (swap 9). 18:10 Swapping tenders quickly again. 18:18 “OH NO!” part when Douglas’ tender was taken away by accident. 19:59 Thomas pretending to have a cramp & James was 😒. 21:33 Almost 5 times Fat Controller calling Donald HAHA! 24:53 Thomas warning nobody should take his coaches: 24:59 OR ELSE… HAHA! 25:07 / 25:08 James is the enemy… 25:22 Wow the truck nearby listened the whole story! 25:28 - All engines silent looking at the truck 😠 HAHA! 26:45 WHOA! A special post credits scene nice touch! BEST VIDEO EVER TO WATCH RECOMMENDED!!! ❤❤❤

[@SootyWill]

Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed all those moments - that means a lot!

[@coopalooper1688]

12:27 Oh my god, you DID NOT-

[@WatchVidsMakeLists]

Of all the b****es in the yard, you brought me those two?!

[@Shiny_964]

The Unlucky Tug send me here. So I came and watched and I do not regret it one bit! Awesome video!

[@SootyWill]

Ayyy thanks so much for coming to check it out! So glad you liked it!

[@robertrowley4929]

Same here and was not disappointed in the slightest. Excellent episode Sooty Will; you not only nailed the character dynamics, but you even made sure it wasn’t confusing in the slightest. Well done.

[@SootyWill]

​@@robertrowley4929 Thank you again so much! This was super fun to write but also tricky to figure out haha. That means a lot to know!

[@WesternOhioInterurbanHistory]

This is the best version of the missing coach out there. The plot makes more sense, the models are great, and I love the humor in this. Fantastic work.

[@SootyWill]

@@WesternOhioInterurbanHistory Thank you so much! It put a lot of work into the sets and tried to make the dialogue as funny as possible, so I’m glad to hear it!

[@Steamenginesunited3456]

The truck listening to the story is so me.

[@Douglas57647]

I gotta say, I love how you've taken the most convoluted story from the Railway Series and created a version of it that's even more chaotic! Douglas really did have one of the greatest character arcs in the books, and this episode puts a lot of emphasis on it - I especially like how Thomas' kind words to Douglas foreshadow him rescuing Oliver years later. I also really enjoyed all the little references sprinkled throughout, like "500 Miles" and TUGS. Excellently done!

[@TheVicarstownSentinel]

Why is yt putting search icons on certain words in your comments 💀

[@SootyWill]

Haha thank you so much! The chaos was exactly what I was going for. The Thomas and Douglas scene was definitely the most tricky to write, so thanks for noticing too!

[@VeryBigEngines]

THIS. IS TUGS. - Gordon

[@gordieboi2340]

I like how there's actually a reason for D&D to swap tenders

[@thesudriana016]

"This is TUGS!" - and then it payed off in the post-credits scene! Also, while I enjoy Rhysindividual's take on the story - but your take on the climax is interesting to where it's less convoluted (also I understand that taking off Donald & Douglas' nameplates is not easy since they're stuck to their boilers, so nice way to work your way around that). Also the jokes and references galore is great too!

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! Glad you liked it. And yeah - I was too nervous about taking off their nameplates when I first started filming, so I was kind of stuck with them. I figured they wouldn't make a difference in the story though. Thanks very much for watching! :)

[@robertrowley4929]

Rhysindividual’s take is also my favorite. I gotta say: these two are definitely the defining versions of The Missing Coach.

[@SootyWill]

@@robertrowley4929 Thanks very much! Rhys' version was also excellent. I love how there are so many different versions of such a random story.

[@jamesrowley2492]

Phenomenal. This is one of the best versions of The Missing Coach. Love the reference to The Looney Tunes Show at the end as well as the Jeff Bergman Bug Bunny scream

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! And yes, I had a lot of Looney Tunes Show references and Easter Eggs in there. I tried doing the scream myself but it just wasn't as funny as Jeff Bergman haha

[@ultra6671]

5:04 This is the perfect summary of Thomas as a character, cheerful and friendly, but quick to anger the second he's inconvenienced.

[@SootyWill]

@@ultra6671 Haha yes exactly! Thats what I was going for. Glad you liked it!

[@adrielayson749]

Douglas: What a sweet little engine :) *cuts to a horror movie scream.*

[@visionarylocomotiveworks9703]

After years of seeing so many remakes of this 'lost' episode, this one is probably the standout of the whole lot. Not only is it so different, but it's EXTREMELY entertaining. I love how many elements of Thomas' eras are incorporated into this like a tasty blended mix of the best of all eras. Not to mention how much of clever in-jokes are sprinkled throughout. The added bits of incorporating more of the other characters, particularly Thomas, Annie & Clarabel, is so unique yet feels so natural. This whole story is so character driven, and Thomas absolutely steals the spotlight in such a satisfying way. He may be a cheeky, short tempered fusspot, but it shows when the going gets tough, he's still a good friend. I really love that. All combined with some excellent model work, snappy dialog, and tight editing, this deserves two thumbs up, Will!

[@SootyWill]

Thank you so much!! That seriously means so much. That's exactly what I was hoping to accomplish - to include my favorite elements from the Classic, HIT, and CGI era. So glad to hear that! I definitely had the most fun voicing Thomas haha! This episode was reworked so many times, so I'm so glad to hear his little character arc worked out. I really love hearing people's full thoughts - thanks very much for taking the time to write this! :)

[@Green_Arrow15]

I’m sure when they made the decision to scrap the special coach Thomas wasn’t too pleased considering he was proud of it.. Greatest and most unique version of the missing coach I ever seen, keep up the marvelous work ✨

[@SootyWill]

@@Green_Arrow15 Aw thank you very much! I’ll do my best! :)

[@RhysIndividual]

This was a really fun take on The Missing Coach! The references are great and so many funny moments, especially when Douglas' tender rolled away, that was my favourite scene.

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! That was definitely my favorite part as well. Really enjoyed your version of the Missing Coach too! It was so clever!

[@Hiro51730]

I hate that that the missing coach was cancelled for the tv but it's not confusing so this episode is soo nice

[@SootyWill]

Thanks very much!

[@SNER333]

I laughed out loud when, after ALL that, the Special Coach was decommissioned in the end XD But it makes the most sense. We never hear about or see it after this story. Best version of this story yet!

[@SootyWill]

@@SNER333 Haha glad to hear it! I was very excited when I thought of that last little punchline. Thank you so much!

[@BiggCityB0i5]

Wow. The story makes SO much more sense now.

[@garrettsmith2776]

1:35 "World's Best Boss".

[@SootyWill]

Glad someone spotted that haha

[@Zacman1123]

Thomas' scream at 5:11 and the ending showing the special coach was decommissioned made me laugh. 😂 Great video.

[@SootyWill]

Haha glad to hear it! Love hearing when my episodes make someone laugh. Glad you liked it! :)

[@ATTTFan23]

Every single bit of this is crazy well done! The atmosphere, the rewritten scenes, the TUGS gag, and the way the characters interact with one another. Honestly I was pretty surprised seeing the coach being scrapped as symbolism to the coach never appearing or be acknowledged after it’s story and/or the TVS episode being cancelled.

[@SootyWill]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot And yes - I figured that would be a fun joke to imply why we never see the Special Coach again haha. Thanks for watching!

[@EssentiallyEden]

“I’ll have to walk 500 miles to get to the platform!” (“And I’ll have to walk 500 more!”) Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant.

[@SootyWill]

@@EssentiallyEden Haha thanks so much! Glad you liked it

[@BrokenBuffer]

16:48 I love Thomas’s grin here. He looks so smug that his plan worked

[@SootyWill]

Haha thanks! Glad you liked it

[@sashathetankengine1970]

5:42 Nice reference… A brilliant rewrite of a confusing RWS story! The chaos the two cause is just astounding! The stakes, the trouble, it’s all wonderful! Thomas and James are great as well! Thomas had very little involvement in the original story, while here, he’s a major player and we get some of his backstory! It’s brilliant stuff! Man. You truly are something! It’s like a bloomin’ movie! Like from the Brenner Era (expect the twins are actually looking out for each other and are nice). The literal ONLY complaint is that I feel like a little too much stuff happens, but that’s IT! Overall, it’s just absolutely amazing! 15:35 Also, foreshadowing! Nice…

[@SootyWill]

Aw thank you SO much! Comments like this seriously make it all worth it. I was really excited when I came up with the roles for Thomas and James in the story, so I'm glad you liked it! And yes - this one was a bit jam-packed with sideplots, I admit. I originally thought about having a third tender swap and scene with Douglas and Henry too. THIS was the simplified version of the story LOL... I maaay have gone a bit overboard haha Thanks again so much! I really appreciate the kind words! :D

[@legominecraftrailway7404]

⁠@@SootyWill wait so Henry and Douglas would’ve swapped tenders. How is Douglas going to pull out one off?

[@SootyWill]

@@legominecraftrailway7404 Oh no, I meant that Donald and Douglas would have switched a third time, and I also thought of a seperate scene where Henry and Douglas would talk. Henry is another engine that was never meant to come to Sodor, so I thought he and Douglas could connect over that. But at that point the story was too long and I liked Thomas' talk with Douglas better.

[@legominecraftrailway7404]

@@SootyWill oh that makes more sense. Although the thought of Douglas with Henry’s tender to trying to fool Sir Topham Hatt and the inspector is very funny to me

[@Greatwestern1436]

This has to be the most unique and creative version of The Missing Coach I've ever seen! It's very chaotic, funny and has a bunch of references. Great job.

[@SootyWill]

@@Greatwestern1436 Thank you so much! So glad to hear it! :)

[@EngineShedStudios]

That was so incredibly chaotic, and yet funny and wholesome all in one. An absolute phenomenal take on an enigma of a story! Well done again sooty!

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! That's exactly what I was going for. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheFrontLoaderStudios]

21:33 This is like my favorite part. I love how Donald slowly releases he screws up

[@SootyWill]

LOL one of my favorite parts too! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JacobSzukalski]

Well, like quite a few have, I got brought here because of Tug/Nic, and I must say I’m quite impressed with this. The way you expanded the original story was brilliant, with the coach antics turned up to 11 and several of the character bits. Thomas being the notable addition. Him being furious with the twins at first only to help out in the end? Felt quite Classic Thomas to me. I could also tell you were having a blast making this, and a lot of moments made me chuckle. Thomas’ well cut scream and the tender bit were notable examples. To top it all off, the fact that this was all made with models on sets, especially the Bachmann ones, was a treat to see. My true Thomas fan days may be behind me, but I still respect the show at the end of the day. A lot of the fan content I have seen has been exceptional, and this is one such piece. Can totally see why Nic shouted it out. Excellent work, sir.

[@SootyWill]

Thank you so much!! I really tried to lean into the comedy and chaos for this one, so I'm glad to hear it. Those two moments were definitely some of my favorite parts to film and edit haha. And thanks! Making sets and filming with my models is the most fun part, though it does take a lot of time and work, so thanks for noticing! It really means a lot for people to tell me what specifically they liked about my videos. Thanks very much for taking time to write this! :)

[@UsefulEngine11]

I meant to watch this when it came out but just never got around to it. Although you could say Tug's Sodor's Finest gave me the push I needed so to speak. I've seen many adaptations of this story but this has to be one of the most unique and generally quite funny in a lot of places this was fabulous man keep up the good work!

[@SootyWill]

Aw thank you so much! That means a lot - it went through many iterations and many years to get to this stage haha. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Green_Arrow15]

“Mmmno coaches? 😏” 💀

[@michaelray4033]

21:45 I had to watch this bit several times, it was too funny!!!

[@SootyWill]

Haha thanks so much! One of the parts I was looking forward to editing the most!

[@sonictailsx4690]

Wow, this version of "The Missing Coach" is really something else! You managed to take a short story and expand it to over 20 minutes! Incredible! There is so much to unpack, the retelling of the whole story becoming an comedy of error with hints of emotions, the jokes, the characters! Everything about it is amazing! And that last bit in the end, something tells me there is going to be more to come in the future.

[@SootyWill]

Aw thank you so much! I never intended for this one to be nearly half an hour but I'm very happy with it! This one definitely took the most work, so thanks for noticing all those things! And yes! More big stuff is definitely on the way heh heh... Thanks so much for watching!

[@sonictailsx4690]

@@SootyWill Your welcome. And thank you for this great video!

[@SootyWill]

@@sonictailsx4690 Thanks again so much, that's very kind of you ^^

[@nateobrien354]

You know you made a good video when The Unlucky Tug himself gives you a shoutout.

[@SootyWill]

Aw thanks so much! Glad you liked it! :)

[@geobluecropperstudios6784]

I say...the best rewriting adaptation of The Missing Coach I've ever seen.

[@SootyWill]

@@geobluecropperstudios6784Aw thanks! Glad to hear it - it went through a lot of rewrites and reshoots haha

[@Amunisence]

I was brought her by Lucky Tug along with many others I'm sure. This was such a joy to watch from start to finish. The plot and characters make it feel like a true model era episode with cheeky in jokes and humor sprinkled throughout that made me chuckle! All the creative direction in this is very clever, and I'll be rewatching this episode and showing it to my friends for a loooong time.

[@SootyWill]

@@Amunisence Aw thank you so much! That seriously means so much, I really appreciate the kind words. It was a lot of fun but definitely took months of work, so thanks for noticing all those elements. I definitely had the most fun writing this episode more than any other haha I hope your friends enjoy it too! Thanks again :)

[@zakthemrconductor5920]

I’m really impressed with the variety of visual effects and effects towards how you present them, script writing was excellent with more character development than and setting some moods for the future. Overall you have once again captured a fine balance of visual storytelling, 😃👍

[@SootyWill]

Thanks again so much! I really appreciate all your comments. Glad you enjoyed it - it was a tricky one but I'm glad it paid off! :)

[@blueraccoon1088]

5:12 That scream lol XD lol

[@Stop-motion-Smokebox638]

6:13. Donald is having what we call an 'Oh Sh*t' moment.

[@weehornman2000]

Thomas is written like season 1 thomas had his filter removed and his tolerance shortened and it is hilarious. Enjoyed this episode from the Tug's recommendation.

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! And yes, I figured that since this episode is a flashback, I could make Thomas a bit more crazy than usual and get away with it haha. He was definitely the most fun to voice. Glad you liked it, thanks for checking it out!

[@TitanXecutor]

I find the Special Coach's fate in this hilarious in retrospective. Great adaptation. This has enough material to be a special. I consider this The Comedy of Errors of Thomas

[@SootyWill]

Haha thank you so much! I was so excited when I thought of that little twist in the last shot. And that's a good way of putting it! I love scenes in movies where things just get worse and worse and more and more and more complicated in a comedic way. So glad you liked it! :)

[@TitanXecutor]

@@SootyWill You're welcome. And speaking of specials, forget the Steam Team Special, I would've loved to see an adaptation of the Missing Coach similar to this. If this was Donald and Douglas's last episode in the TV show, then I think it would've been the perfect swan song for them. Plus it would be the ultimate in joke, on how their final episode would've been their first episode.

[@Trainmaster16]

Talk about making a confusing and slightly boring story interesting! I literally exclaimed out loud, "Oh no!", when Douglas' tender got shunted away by Henry. This is the best adaption and story change to the Missing Coach I have ever seen and I don't think it will be topped. Great model work and story telling! Can't ignore the narration! A fantastic video all around!

[@SootyWill]

Thank you! I really appreciate that you noticed all those things! I really tried to go all out. Thanks for watching! :)

[@TracksideManiac]

This was a SOLID adaptation of Missing Coach! Love the complete different version of the story. Great work as always my guy.

[@SootyWill]

Thank you! That means a lot - this one took a lot of work. Glad you liked it!

[@LittleOwl2003]

Absolutely fantastic! Everything from the camera angles and the model work gives this its own unique flavour! Also yes I spotted that Proclaimers reference! Hope you’re doing well man, this was truly an accomplishment!

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much man! really means a lot. Looking forward to your new Bruno project as well :)

[@LittleOwl2003]

@@SootyWill Thanks a lot man! It’ll be nothing like this I assure you XD but I still hope to make it as good as it can be

[@DZM0N]

Here before the KZbin kids virus touches this masterpiece. This was an amazing adaption of the missing coach, and the updated facial animations look amazing👍 5:13 Also Thomas’s reaction was priceless XD

[@SootyWill]

@@DZM0N Aw thanks so much! It was a lot of fun but took a lot of work so I really appreciate it! Glad you liked Thomas’ scream haha - one of my favorite parts! 🤣

[@altermike3197]

Thomas screaming is the best thing

[@onetrackmind3558]

I wasn't expecting Thomas to scream and come out angry.

[@PCMan8922]

This is a fantastic take on the introduction of the Twins! I really love this one!

[@SootyWill]

@@PCMan8922 Thank you so much! Love to hear it! :)

[@trackmastertomy]

This is one of my favourite Thomas videos I've ever seen. Your writing, comedy, and filming techniques are on point. Very impressive!

[@SootyWill]

Aw thank you! That really means a lot to hear. Glad it was worth the effort! :)

[@S.M.A..]

This is the superior version of this story in my opinion. It is so chaotic it's hilarious😂.

[@SootyWill]

Haha thank you so much! I was definitely trying to make it chaotic, so I'm glad to hear it!

[@tre-engines]

This might be the best adaptation of this story I’ve ever seen! Great job!

[@SootyWill]

Thanks very much! That means a lot! :)

[@tre-engines]

You’re Welcome! I always liked your videos!

[@Isseract]

12:31 no coaches? 😏

[@jacobwilcox8659]

24:19 Well excuse him for sticking up for them, Sir.

[@YoungBludEngine]

5:43 Just to be the person who has to walk ANOTHER 500 miles to fall down at someone else's door.

[@fairlyoddenginecreations]

I don't know how you keep doing it, man. But you continue to amaze us with your impressive voice acting, modeling, and editing skills. This fandom is blessed to have you here ❤🙏

[@SootyWill]

Aw thank you! That's so kind of you, that really warms my heart. And the same absolutely goes for you as well! Comments like this make all the frustrating hours of cleaning tracks, editing engine faces and rerecording narration worth it. Thanks for watching! :)

[@fairlyoddenginecreations]

@SootyWill Of course man! Everyone here loves the stuff you make. Can't wait to see more in the future!

[@SootyWill]

@@fairlyoddenginecreations Thanks again so much, and same for you! ^^

[@SonicJrandSarah]

That was quite an impressive story. Also, that final scene with the special coach, what a twist.

[@SootyWill]

Thanks very much! Glad you liked it. I was so excited when I thought of the little twist for the end haha

[@tristan8971]

Man that was going a mile a minute. This version is so chaotic and it’s amazing for that

[@SootyWill]

Haha thanks! Exactly what I was going for. Glad you liked it!

[@ROADSTERDUDE]

I don't know why but Douglas at 5:18 screeching COACH always gets me

[@SootyWill]

@@ROADSTERDUDE That was such a fun face to edit for that shot haha! 🤣 Glad to hear it! Love to hear when my videos make people laugh

[@SeeWhy91]

This is awesome! I love all your references, nuances, & jokes. I noticed you switched it from Douglas masquerading with Donald's tender (RWS) to Donald masquerading with Douglas' tender- very sneaky :D I think my favorite line comes from James "See Topham, this is why tender engines don't shunt coaches, we have no idea what we're doing!" Instead of the snooty 'tender engines don't shunt because we are above it', its' "we don't shunt because we are incompetent' very nice touch XD Thomas' "or else" was also golden :) Very well done, I really enjoyed this :D

[@SootyWill]

Thank you very much! This was definitely the most fun I had writing and recording a video yet, so I'm glad it paid off! I love hearing what little moments or jokes people liked - thank you so much! XD

[@demonicbun7792]

Love the chaotic retake on this story, especially the moments with Thomas, they were both heartwarming & hilarious.

[@SootyWill]

Thanks very much! Exactly what I was going for - thanks for noticing!

[@JeanNemarre-k4g]

The Fat Controller : DONALD !!! Donald : Oh Boy !

[@Zerneygreensaberman0728]

This was a really funny episode and I really love how Thomas was comforting Douglas that was really sweet

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! That really means a lot. That scene was probably the toughest to write so I'm glad to hear it. :)

[@ThomasTheLegoEngine]

If I haven´t said it before I do now. You Mate are a huge inspiration! I love your style, the way everything feels so dynamic. Truely wounderful ❤

[@SootyWill]

@@ThomasTheLegoEngine Aw thank you again so much! I really appreciate the kind words - it makes all the work worth it. I really enjoyed your Missing Coach adaption too - your videos are so unique and the visual quality is excellent! Thanks again! :)

[@asodorlife]

This is by far my favorite video of yours yet!! You've fixed all the issues I had with the original story. To add on, I LOVE your humor and take on some of the characters, the neat little references and of course the beautiful model work. Keep up the great work.

[@SootyWill]

Aw thanks! I was worried this wouldn't be as exciting as Diesel to the Rescue, so that means a lot! Thanks for watching, and same goes for you! Really enjoyed your videos as well :)

[@horsewoodtrains15]

This has to be the best variant of the special coach ever! 😂😊

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@littlemikey1593]

8:40 the Dwayne The Rock Johnson look is crazy

[@nerfreak01]

"Oh and Donald?" "Yes sir?" "Donald?" "Y-Yes...?" "Donald. Donald. DONALD!" "Oh boy."

[@DeaganParsee-x9b]

1:39 I like how the black you used on the tender is a different shade while probably unintentional, I think it adds to the fact that they (might have) had to rush things so they could get to Sodor

[@SootyWill]

Haha yeah - I wanted to make it look like they had their numbers scratched off. There's a close-up of their tenders in their Character Gallery too!

[@DeaganParsee-x9b]

And the episode was wonderful so much happened. It would’ve been funny if there was a newspaper saying something like “the worst day, Sodor has ever seen”

[@splendidredscrapiron]

This might just be my favourite missing coach adaptation ever! Well done!

[@SootyWill]

@@splendidredscrapiron Thank you so much! That means a lot! :)

[@splendidredscrapiron]

@@SootyWill np, keep up the good work!

[@SootyWill]

@@splendidredscrapiron I’ll try! And same to you!

[@splendidredscrapiron]

@@SootyWill thx

[@BlueTheCharredGuy22]

15:34 this is just referencing when douglas will help oliver and toad to escape to sodor, i love this story. The addition of thomas helping douglas makes me smile a lot, since in the original story he barely did much. and this is, hands down the most unique version of the missing coach!

[@SootyWill]

Aw thank you so much! I really liked Thomas' little arc in this episode so I'm glad to hear it! I appreciate the kind words! :)

[@BlueTheCharredGuy22]

@@SootyWill Nah, thank you for making such a masterpiece. keep up the good work

[@SootyWill]

​@@BlueTheCharredGuy22 Thank you again very much, that's very kind of you. ^^ I'm working on two more parody songs this week and making plans for filming more episodes soon!

[@juanscrazyfilmz]

never in my life would i thought gordon would quote tugs.

[@sodorssafetyrecord86]

The production of these video's are always so inspiring, everything from the plot to the visuals and voice acting is so precise and enjoyable, excellent work as always👏🏾

[@SootyWill]

Aw thanks so much! This was definitely the biggest project yet, so that means a lot! :)

[@LBSC70]

2:51 I did not see that coming I also love the music used from Mrs Doubtfire

[@SootyWill]

Yes! Glad someone recognize the music!

[@Anchovistic]

Of all the adaptations of this episode out there, this is going to be one of the standouts.

[@SootyWill]

@@Anchovistic Aw thanks very much! That means a lot :)

[@DuckFan5741]

This was so good! The way you made the story longer, funnier and more understandable was just great. I loved the humor and the character interactions, 100/10 Also the way you film these is just amazing and your sets are something else. Just WOW

[@SootyWill]

Thank you so much! So glad to hear it. I've been working on it for so long that I wasn't sure if it was still as funny as I hoped, so that means a lot to know! Glad you liked it!

[@merlinandmurdoch7837]

This was great, very funny and exhausting. This is a recent perfect example of keeping attention on subjects that barely move, the constant obstacles that were results of previous ones made for this adaptation so unpredictable.

[@SootyWill]

Thanks very much! Exactly what I was going for. And yes - I used a lot more steam effects then usual and tried more interesting camera angles since there were a lot of scenes of the engines just talking, so thanks for noticing!

[@Scrinwaipwr]

I bloody *love* that you made the tender swapping finally make sense!

[@SootyWill]

Haha thanks so much! That was one of my goals when rewriting the story, so I'm glad to hear it!

[@Scrinwaipwr]

@@SootyWill aye, well done.

[@user-cyberqueenie]

This has to be the most talented fandom

[@SootyWill]

I agree! I think I've seen 4 or 5 different versions of The Missing Coach alone this year - all unique from each other and made through different mediums. I can't name one other fandom that can make so many of their own stories in so many different mediums. Thanks for watching!

[@Mariofanaticanimations]

I would love to see a UK dub version of this episode one day, what a great job you did with saving this from becoming lost media

[@SootyWill]

@@Mariofanaticanimations Thanks very much! Glad to hear it. I’ve thought about different dubs but I’m not sure what I would do differently. I flip flop between the US and UK terms haha

[@WatchVidsMakeLists]

​@@SootyWillI found your voices delightful even if you jumped back and forth across the Atlantic the whole time you were narrating ;)

[@SootyWill]

@@WatchVidsMakeLists LOL thanks so much! It's always a lot of fun but takes a lot of energy, so that means a lot

[@Bambi-ek1uh]

Bro made a lost episode to a whole movie

[@SootyWill]

Haha I guess so! I knew this would be the longest but I never expected it to be THIS long.

[@TheCuteJ50Kid]

This is by far the best missing coach adaptation I’ve ever seen, there’s quite a few hilarious moments, Thomas got character growth (kinda), and there’s details we never thought we needed. Well done Sooty Will, I owe ya one pal.

[@SootyWill]

Thanks so much! It was a lot of fun but definitely took a lot of work. I appreciate it!

[@TheCuteJ50Kid]

@@SootyWill Yw

[@ThomasTogTid]

This is honestly the best adaption i’ve seen of the missing coach!

[@SootyWill]

Aw thanks very much!

[@karenfan010]

hot take: I think the tvs made a good decision to keep donald and douglas’ balck liveries. though I do like their blue liveries in the rws I much prefer their black liveries, because there’s already so many blue engines on sodor and black as a commonly used livery for engines and I think makes them feel more like real engines then just bright and colourful toy trains.

[@adappertruck9016]

A very interesting and unique way of adapting this story! I really love how much time, thought, and effort was put into the script, the sets and model work, in the overall direction it was going in! This also goes for most of your videos in general Fantastic work!

[@SootyWill]

Thank you very much! It was a lot of fun, but it definitely took the most work out of any project yet. Glad you liked it!

[@leonkfox3606]

This has got to be my favourite version of this story now

[@SootyWill]

Thanks very much! Glad you liked it :)

[@leonkfox3606]

@@SootyWillThe Nick Wilde avatar is bonus points, huge fan of Zootopia here as well ^^

[@SootyWill]

@@leonkfox3606 Ayyy always glad to meet another Zootopia fan! I have a couple Zootopia references and Easter Eggs in each episode haha. Hope you spotted “Wilde Nor Wester” too ;)

[@thomastakenplay24]

It was still a great episode. Keep it up with the next episode. Excited to see more episodes in the future. I actually found it confusing I must say as I thought Gordon just brought the coach for Thomas and now he needs it? Oh well, I got it now

[@SootyWill]

Thanks very much! I've got to make plans for Ep 7 soon. And yeah - I rewrote the Tidmouth scene many times so it got a bit confusing haha. I figured Thomas brought the coach for Gordon, but Douglas lost it while getting Gordon's "personal Wild Nor Wester coaches." Glad you liked it!

[@jaanshersaeed4541]

After seeing this, I have to wonder how much crazy stuff Oliver probably would’ve had to go through to escape to Sodor with Toad and (going by the RWS) Isabel Very entertaining and unique for sure

[@SootyWill]

Thanks very much! And I'm glad you mentioned that. The next Back on Track music video is a sort of a follow-up in that way... but I mustn't say anymore :)

[@jaanshersaeed4541]

@@SootyWill No problem and good to hear

[@EnticinglyDeadly]

Wow. I didn’t expect that heart to heart with Thomas. Nice foreshadowing reference to Escape. This was certainly different from the regular RWS version but I did like how you tried to extend it.

[@SootyWill]

Thanks! That scene was tricky to write so I'm glad to hear it. Glad you liked it! :)

[@Thomas_Things]

I Think ive now watched this about 8 times...humour is on point

[@SootyWill]

Aw thanks! I love to hear it! Been working on the scripts for Ep 7 and 8 this past month. :)

[@tomthemixtrafficengine1451]

I wasn't expecting to see the Tugs here, but its great to see them. Ready for the spotlight.❤

[@patronstdenial5195]

5:46 just to be the man who walked a 1000 miles to fall down at the platform

[@MrBluebellEngine]

This is hands down the BEST Adaptation of The Missing Coach! You did such an amazing job with everything! From writing, filming, editing, there is just so much to enjoy! Your work is very inspiring.

[@SootyWill]

Aw thanks! That's very kind of you. Keep up the great work yourself! ^^

[@MrBluebellEngine]

@@SootyWill Your very welcome! Thank you very much, you too 😁