Thomas & Friends: Blue Mountain Mystery - The Movie represents a moderately received addition to the 2010s catalog of United Kingdom cinema. Released in 2012, this Animation film directed by Greg Tiernan brings fresh perspectives to the forefront of Animation, Family storytelling.

The film's central storyline, which revolves around When trouble strikes at the Blue Mountain Quarry, Thomas is sent to help his Narrow Gauge engine friends. While shunting and hauling, he catches a glimpse of a small engine trying to hide, yet no one will provide any clues to the engine's identity. Thomas is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery but discovering the truth is harder than he imagined! Will Thomas be able to save his new friend? Or will the mysterious engine be sent away from Sodor forever? Travel on an exciting journey with Thomas and his friends in his biggest movie ever, tracking down clues, discovering lost engines, and revealing the power of friendship!, is brought to life through masterful cinematography and compelling performances from the cast including Michael Angelis as Narrator (voice), Ben Small as Thomas (voice) / Toby (voice) / Rheneas (voice) / Owen (voice), Keith Wickham as Various characters (voice), Matt Wilkinson as Various characters (voice), Steven Kynman as Paxton (voice) / Peter Sam (voice). The 61 minute runtime allows the director to explore complex themes in depth, giving viewers a thought-provoking experience.

With a TMDB rating of 6.313/10 based on 16 votes, Thomas & Friends: Blue Mountain Mystery - The Movie has somewhat resonated with audiences. The film balances entertainment with artistic merit, making it a worthwhile viewing experience for fans of Animation, Family cinema. What sets this movie apart is its distinctive visual style, combined with a compelling pace that keeps viewers engaged throughout.

As part of the 2010s wave of Animation, Family films, this movie reflects changing audience tastes