Shining Time Station

Shining Time Station (1989-1996)

EndedScripted showComedy, Children, Fantasy

Shining Time Station is a railroad station located in the Indian Valley. The station master is Stacy Jones and the engineer is Henry "Harry" Cupper was in the first season, he was replaced by Billy Twofeathers in the second season. There is also an arcade with a Jukebox. The owner of the arcade is the humoristic Schemer who likes to play tricks on people. An 18-inch man named Mr. Conductor lives in a painting on the station wall. He was played by Ringo Starr in the first season, but when his character left to go to the North Pole in the Christmas special, he was replaced by George Carlin and he played his cousin Mr. Conductor who would replaced him at the station in the seond season and stay there for the entire run of the show. He goes to the Island of Sodor and tells stories about Thomas the Tank Engine.

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Scheduleevery Monday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E06Mr Conductor's Thomas Tales: Paint the Town Rednov. 11, 1996
S05E05Mr Conductor's Thomas Tales: Splish, Splash, Sploshnov. 4, 1996
S05E04Mr Conductor's Thomas Tales: For the Birdsoct. 28, 1996
S05E03Mr Conductor's Thomas Tales: Wish You Were Hereoct. 21, 1996
S05E02Mr Conductor's Thomas Tales: Wildlifeoct. 14, 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Shining Time Station' premiere?

'Shining Time Station' premiered on January 29, 1989.

Who was the show's creator?

'Shining Time Station' was created by Britt Allcroft.

Who played the role of Mr. Conductor in the show?

George Carlin played the role of Mr. Conductor in the show.

Which characters from 'Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends' were also on 'Shining Time Station'?

Thomas the Tank Engine and a few of his friends (Percy, James, and Gordon) were also featured on 'Shining Time Station'.

What was the name of the town 'Shining Time Station' was set in?

The show was set in the fictional town of Shining Time.

Who played the role of Stacy Jones in the show?

Didly Jones played the role of Stacy Jones in the show.

What is 'Shining Time Station' known for being the first TV show to do?

'Shining Time Station' is known for being the first TV show to introduce the 'Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends' series to America.

What kind of station is 'Shining Time Station'?

'Shining Time Station' is a train station.

Who played the role of Schemer in the show?

Brian O'Connor played the role of Schemer in the show.

What was the name of the lady who ran the jukebox cafe on the show?

The lady who ran the jukebox cafe on the show was named Didi.

What famous American novelist narrated the show's opening and closing credits?

The famous American novelist, Ring Lardner Jr., narrated the show's opening and closing credits.

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