Release CalendarDVD & Blu-ray ReleasesTop 250 MoviesMost Popular MoviesBrowse Movies by GenreTop Box OfficeShowtimes & TicketsIn TheatersComing SoonMovie NewsIndia Movie Spotlight
    What's on TV & StreamingTop 250 TV ShowsMost Popular TV ShowsBrowse TV Shows by GenreTV NewsIndia TV Spotlight
    What to WatchLatest TrailersIMDb OriginalsIMDb PicksIMDb Podcasts
    OscarsBest Picture WinnersBest Picture WinnersEmmysAPA Heritage MonthSTARmeter AwardsSan Diego Comic-ConNew York Comic-ConSundance Film FestivalToronto Int'l Film FestivalAwards CentralFestival CentralAll Events
    Born TodayMost Popular CelebsMost Popular CelebsCelebrity News
    Help CenterContributor ZonePolls
For Industry Professionals
  • All
  • Titles
  • TV Episodes
  • Celebs
  • Companies
  • Keywords
  • Advanced Search
Watchlist
Sign In
  • Fully supported
  • English (United States)
    Partially supported
  • Français (Canada)
  • Français (France)
  • Deutsch (Deutschland)
  • हिंदी (भारत)
  • Italiano (Italia)
  • Português (Brasil)
  • Español (España)
  • Español (México)

The Little Engine That Could

  • 20112011
  • GG
  • 1h 23m
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
378
YOUR RATING
  • Cast & crew
  • User reviews
  • Trivia
  • IMDbPro
The Little Engine That Could (2011)
  • Animation
  • Family
Featuring an all-star cast, the timeless story comes to life in this all-new, feature-length film filled with fun and adventure!Featuring an all-star cast, the timeless story comes to life in this all-new, feature-length film filled with fun and adventure!Featuring an all-star cast, the timeless story comes to life in this all-new, feature-length film filled with fun and adventure!
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
378
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Elliot M. Bour
  • Writers
    • David Koepp(screenplay by)
    • John Kamps(screenplay by)
    • Cliff Ruby(screenplay by)
  • Stars
    • Jodi Benson(voice)
    • Corbin Bleu(voice)
    • Jamie Lee Curtis(voice)
Top credits
  • Director
    • Elliot M. Bour
  • Writers
    • David Koepp(screenplay by)
    • John Kamps(screenplay by)
    • Cliff Ruby(screenplay by)
  • Stars
    • Jodi Benson(voice)
    • Corbin Bleu(voice)
    • Jamie Lee Curtis(voice)
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 4User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production, box office & company info
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 nominations

    Photos

    The Little Engine That Could (2011)
    The Little Engine That Could (2011)
    The Little Engine That Could (2011)
    The Little Engine That Could (2011)

    Top cast

    Edit
    Jodi Benson
    Jodi Benson
    • Jillianas Jillian
    • (voice)
    Corbin Bleu
    Corbin Bleu
    • Louas Lou
    • (voice)
    Jamie Lee Curtis
    Jamie Lee Curtis
    • Bevas Bev
    • (voice)
    Whoopi Goldberg
    Whoopi Goldberg
    • Toweras Tower
    • (voice)
    Khamani Griffin
    Khamani Griffin
    • Marcusas Marcus
    • (voice)
    Suzy Nakamura
    Suzy Nakamura
    • Teacheras Teacher
    • (voice)
    Ray Porter
    Ray Porter
    • Nightmare Trainas Nightmare Train
    • (voice)
    Michael S. Garcia
    Michael S. Garcia
    • Scottas Scott
    • (voice)
    • (as Michael Rodrigo)
    Charlie Schlatter
    Charlie Schlatter
    • Majoras Major
    • (voice)
    Brenda Song
    Brenda Song
    • Shiny Passenger Trainas Shiny Passenger Train
    • (voice)
    Alyson Stoner
    Alyson Stoner
    • Little Engineas Little Engine
    • (voice)
    Patrick Warburton
    Patrick Warburton
    • Cabooseas Caboose
    • (voice)
    Glenn Shadix
    Glenn Shadix
    • Arkanaas Arkana
    • (voice)
    Jeff Bennett
    Jeff Bennett
    • Hudsonas Hudson
    • (voice)
    • …
    Jim Cummings
    Jim Cummings
    • Rustyas Rusty
    • (voice)
    Chelsea Evered
    • Girl Trainas Girl Train
    • (voice)
    • (as Chelsea Erinne Evered)
    Dominic Scott Kay
    Dominic Scott Kay
    • Richardas Richard
    • (voice)
    Mocean Melvin
    Mocean Melvin
    • Big Locomotiveas Big Locomotive
    • (voice)
    • Director
      • Elliot M. Bour
    • Writers
      • David Koepp(screenplay by) (screen story by)
      • John Kamps(screenplay by) (screen story by)
      • Cliff Ruby(screenplay by)
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
    • All cast & crew

    More like this

    The Little Engine That Could
    7.1
    The Little Engine That Could
    Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue Falcon
    6.7
    Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue Falcon
    The Scooby-Doo/Dynomutt Hour
    7.6
    The Scooby-Doo/Dynomutt Hour
    Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey!
    5.5
    Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey!
    Bee Movie
    6.1
    Bee Movie
    The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving
    5.6
    The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving
    Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!
    6.2
    Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!
    André and Wally B.
    5.3
    André and Wally B.
    The Brave Little Toaster
    7.3
    The Brave Little Toaster
    The Swan Princess
    6.4
    The Swan Princess
    The Emperor's New School
    6.6
    The Emperor's New School
    Zathura: A Space Adventure
    6.2
    Zathura: A Space Adventure

    Storyline

    Edit
    Featuring an all-star cast, the timeless story comes to life in this all-new, feature-length film filled with fun and adventure!
    • train tunnel
    • locomotive
    • train journey
    • toy train
    • train ride
    • 20 more
    • Plot summary
    • Add synopsis
    • Genres
      • Animation
      • Family
    • Certificate
      • G
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

    Edit
    • Trivia
      Final acting role of Glenn Shadix.
    • Crazy credits
      The Universal logo is the 90s version used.

      The Little Engine is seen pulling the "Universal" letters across the globe.
    • Connections
      Referenced in Hewy's Animated Movie Reviews: The Little Engine That Could (2011)

    User reviews4

    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    Great little movie!
    We had the chance to see this movie in the theater before it came out on DVD (it had a limited theatrical run the month before it was released). We weren't sure what to expect, but I have to say that we loved it! The movie is bright, colorful and FUN! The animation is surprisingly good, and the voice acting top-notch. Usually, movies for younger kids can drag, but this one moved along at a perfect pace, keeping all the kids in the audience enthralled. And I was pleasantly surprised at how FUNNY it was, keeping the adults entertained, too. Patrick Warburton as the Caboose is hilarious and Hudson the sock monkey is now one of my favorite animated characters! The filmmakers really did a nice job of making sure all ages can enjoy this.

    I also love the fact that this movie was done in conjunction with the Starlight Children's Foundation. Part of the proceeds from the ticket sales went to benefit that charity... and 50 cents from the sale of every DVD and digital download also go to help them. So not only are you purchasing a great movie, but you're also helping a good cause. And the theme of this movie is not only perfect for the children who benefit from the Starlight Foundation, but for kids everywhere: "I think I can!"

    All in all, if you have young kids, or are a kid-at-heart, this is a must watch! It's a beautifully made, POSITIVE movie with a great message and entertaining characters. I hope they make toys to go along with this!! :)
    helpful•3
    1
    • elbo21
    • Mar 22, 2011

    Details

    Edit
    • Release date
      • May 1, 2011 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La pequeña locomotora valiente
    • Production companies
      • Crest Animation Productions
      • Universal Animation Studios
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Technical specs

    Edit
    • Runtime
      1 hour 23 minutes

    Contribute to this page

    Suggest an edit or add missing content
    The Little Engine That Could (2011)
    Top Gap
    By what name was The Little Engine That Could (2011) officially released in Canada in English?
    Answer
    • See more gaps
    • Learn more about contributing
    Edit page

    More to explore

    View list
    List
    The Best Movies and Shows to Watch in May
    See the full list
    Image caption not available
    2:14
    The Most Anticipated Movies and Shows to Watch in May
    Watch the video

    Recently viewed

    Please enable browser cookies to use this feature. Learn more.
    Get the IMDb App
    • Get the IMDb App
    • Help
    • Site Index
    • IMDbPro
    • Box Office Mojo
    • IMDb Developer
    • Press Room
    • Advertising
    • Jobs
    • Conditions of Use
    • Privacy Policy
    • Interest-Based Ads

    © 1990-2022 by IMDb.com, Inc.