On March 22nd, 2011, Universal Studios Home Entertainment released The Little Engine That Could on DVD! The Little Engine That Could is based on the timeless children’s storybook and stars the voice talents of Whoopi Goldberg, Jamie Lee Curtis, Brenda Song, Corbin Bleu, and more! The DVD will be available in stores and online, retailing for $19.98.
DVD SYNOPSIS:
“I think I can, I think I can….” The timeless story comes to life in this all-new, feature-length film filled with fun and adventure! When Little Engine (Alyson Stoner, Cheaper by the Dozen) must leave Dreamland to deliver toys into the real world, she sets her fears aside and learns that with a little determination and courage, anything is possible. Featuring an all-star cast, including Whoopi Goldberg (The View), Jamie Lee Curtis (Freaky Friday), Corbin Bleu (High School Musical) and Brenda Song (The Suite Life of Zack and Cody), this “fun family film” (Francine Brokaw, Los Angeles Family Magazine) is one you’ll enjoy again and again.
CAST AND FILMMAKERS
CAST: Whoopi Goldberg, Jamie Lee Curtis, Patrick Warburton, Dominic Scott Kay, Brenda Song, Corbin Bleu, Alyson Stoner
DIRECTED BY: Elliot M. Bour
Universal partnered with the Starlight Children’s Foundation on The Little Engine That Could release and will donate up to 50 cents per DVD sold.
Limited Time Offer: Buy the DVD and receive a “Kids Ride Free” AMTRAK coupon. Coupons valid from when booking your travel from March 22 – September 15, 2011 for travel October 1, 2011 – February 29, 2012 (restrictions and black-out dates apply).
ABOUT THE STARLIGHT CHILDREN’S FOUNDATION
For more than 25 years, Starlight Children’s Foundation has been dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses and life-altering injuries by providing entertainment, education and family activities that help them cope with the pain, fear and isolation of prolonged illness.
MY THOUGHTS
My boys loved watching this movie and I loved the message it sends to kids – do your best and don’t give up! Based on the classic story, The Little Engine That Could comes to life! This is a cute and fun, family-friendly movie that families everywhere will love watching! A special thanks to Universal Studios Home Entertainment for this DVD review opportunity!
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I received a screener of “The Little Engine That Could” on DVD from Universal Studios Home Entertainment to facilitate this review. The giveaway was sponsored by Universal Studios Home Entertainment. All opinions expressed in this post are 100% mine.
It is one of those classic stories with a great message.
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i think the Ithink i can is a good lesson for kids and my son and i read the book
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I like The Little Engine’s perseverance and positive attitude. He’s quite a guy!
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I love Little Engine That Could because it was my favorite story growing up.
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This is special not only because it has a great message in it, but also because it brings back childhood memories of reading it.
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I love The Little Engine That Could. It is a great story for all to keep at something until you succeed. I know many that could benefit from learning that lesson!
What’s special to me is that I remember my mother reading the book to me when I was little. I loved the story then, and still think it sends a great message. Thanks!
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I took my 4 year old to see this movie in the theater this weekend. It was great. The thing I liked the most about it was watching my daughter enjoy the movie.
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I remember this being one of the first stories that I read all by myself !! My dad worked for the railroad so it was extra special to us !!
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I remember my mom reading this story to my brother and I over and over again when we were little and loving it.
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I remember reading it over and over as a child. Thank you for the chance!
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Well…when I was a child it was always one of my favorite books. My kids also loved it when I read it for them. It has a wonderful message about life and the importance of trying your best and not giving up/
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I like the message that you can do anything you set your mind to.
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I like the moral of the story. I think my daughter would injoy this. Thanks!
I think I can, I think I can, it’s such a good message that anybody can learn from
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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. The filmmakers really did a nice job of making sure all ages can enjoy this.