Mattel Announces All-New Thomas & Friends Animated Series With 'Really Helpful Engines' Special

Mattel Announces All-New Thomas & Friends Animated Series With "Really Helpful Engines" Special

• Thomas & Friends: Railway Stories Really Helpful Engines, narrated in English by actor Henry Golding and in Spanish by actress Karla Souza, available now on YouTube; to debut on Netflix on Sept. 30

• Thomas & Friends pop-up experience coming to the High Line in New York City on Oct. 2 from 5-7 p.m.

• New Thomas & Friends toys featuring innovative Easy Connect track system and reimagined die-cast engines with magnetic connectors now available at retailers globally

• Thomas & Friends Railway Stories animated series debut in early 2027

Mattel, Inc.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — September 17, 2026 — Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the world's most iconic brand portfolios, announces the launch of Thomas & Friends: Railway Stories, an all-new animated series beginning with the content special Really Helpful Engines. The launch   marks a comprehensive brand update that celebrates the franchise's 80-year legacy while introducing a fresh look and feel for a new generation. The relaunch spans original content, refreshed character designs and the innovative Easy Connect play system with magnetic toy engines created for today's preschoolers.

CONTENT PREMIERE & BROADCAST DETAILS

The 30-minute special Really Helpful Engines is now available on YouTube and will premiere on Netflix on September 30, 2026. The special introduces a refreshed world of Sodor with an all-new look through heartfelt storytelling while preserving the iconic railway action that has captivated generations of fans.

Narration & Original Music:

• English narration: Actor Henry Golding

• Spanish narration: Actress Karla Souza

• Original soundtrack: Three new songs

Henry Golding, Actor (Crazy Rich Asians) and English-language narrator, said: “I feel so lucky to be the narrator of the new Thomas & Friends special, and I poured as much joy as possible into each episode. My favorite moment was seeing Thomas back on this adventure with his friends, exploring new places and iconic areas of Sodor. We're bringing new excitement to a franchise I grew up loving, and as someone who always identified with the character Henry, literally sharing his name, I'm incredibly proud to be part of this new chapter.” 

Karla Souza, Actress (How to Get Away with Murder) and Spanish-language narrator, said: "Thomas & Friends has always represented something special. To be the voice bringing stories that teach children about friendship, cooperation and the power of helping others to Spanish-speaking audiences during such an exciting time for the franchise is truly meaningful. I hope families everywhere feel the warmth and authenticity in every episode.” 

STORYTELLING & THEMES

Thomas & Friends Railway Stories brings together beloved characters Thomas, Percy and Rosie alongside a new character, a crane truck named Deepak, in a music-filled adventure exploring core themes of teamwork, caring collaboration and the transformative power of helping. The special celebrates what it truly means to be "helpful" in both heart and action.

BRAND HERITAGE & RELAUNCH VISION

Ted Wu, General Manager & Global Head of Vehicles and Building Sets at Mattel, said: "Thomas & Friends has been a trusted companion for families for over 80 years. This relaunch celebrates the meaningful stories about friendship and helping others that have defined the franchise, while bringing it to life in ways that feel fresh and relevant for today's preschool audience."

Rob David, Executive Producer and SVP, Animation, Mattel Studios, said: “For generations, Thomas & Friends has inspired children through timeless stories about friendship, teamwork and the importance of being a really helpful engine. With this new series and content special, we're honoring everything families have always loved about Thomas and we can't wait for fans old and new to climb aboard for a new era of adventures on the Island of Sodor.”

The refreshed visual identity features updated character designs that blend timeless charm with contemporary appeal, grounded in authentic train culture and emotional storytelling.

INNOVATIVE PRODUCT LINE: EASY CONNECT PLAY SYSTEM

Complementing the content debut, Mattel is introducing a completely reimagined Thomas & Friends product line centered on the Easy Connect track system and reimagined engines with magnetic connectors, motorized engines, larger scale engines and more.

Key Product Features:

• Kid-friendly magnetic connectors for intuitive, train play with 26 unique characters

• Faster build experiences for young children

• Confidence-building design that reduces frustration

• Independence-focused engineering supporting developmental play progression

• Authentic train culture embedded in product design

• Products are available now at retailers globally

LAUNCH CELEBRATION: HIGH LINE POP-UP EXPERIENCE

To celebrate the launch, Mattel is hosting an exclusive pop-up experience at the High Line in New York City on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 5-7 p.m. Admission is free for all fans.

Pop-up Experience Includes:

• Life-size Thomas character train

• Immersive Thomas & Friends branded displays

• Special premiere screening

• Complimentary refreshments and snacks

• Photo opportunity moments with character-themed installations and activities for kids to celebrate the Thomas & Friends brand story

SERIES EXPANSION

The full series, Thomas & Friends: Railway Stories, will debut in early 2027 with multiple episodes continuing the visual identity and storytelling tone introduced in the Really Helpful Engines special, reinforcing classic Sodor-based narratives for contemporary audiences. Fans will be able to watch Thomas & Friends: Railway Stories on Youtube, Netflix, Amazon Prime and Free-to-Air channels globally.

Produced by Mattel Studios,  and animation services by Emmy-award winning and Oscar^®‑nominated animation studio Brown Bag Films (Doc McStuffins, Octonauts), Thomas & Friends: Railway Stories also includes Supervising Head Writer, Jill Cozza-Turner, an Emmy Award-winning writer with more than 20 years of experience creating thoughtful, entertaining stories for young audiences. Credits include head writer on the beloved children's series Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood!

In addition to new content, fans can look out for the Thomas & Friends with additional experiences like Day Out With Thomas, Digital Games, publishing and more. For more information on Mattel and its portfolio of brands, including Thomas & Friends, visit mattel.com.

ABOUT MATTEL, INC.

Mattel is a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com.

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Thomas is on a mission to prove he’s the most helpful engine on Sodor! When Thomas finds out that Percy and Gordon all have a mission for their day, Thomas goes on a mission to find a big important job to do!

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Based on a series of children's books, Thomas & Friends features Thomas the Tank Engine adventures with other locomotives on the island of Sodor. Thomas often gets into trouble, but never gives up on trying to be a really useful engine. Other members of Sir Topham Hatt's Railway include: Percy (Thomas' best friend), and Gordon (the fastest and most powerful member of the team).

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Our beloved characters, iconic shows, outreach in communities, and more are rooted in deep expertise and designed to meet children’s most pressing needs. From building school readiness and social problem-solving skills, to nurturing children’s appreciation for nature and encouraging emotional well-being, Sesame Workshop is here for children and families — as every caregiver's valued partner and every child's trusted friend. 

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Thomas & Friends: Railway Stories | Really Helpful Engines Trailer | COMING SOON September 17 | Thomas & Friends

Thomas & Friends: Railway Stories | Really Helpful Engines Trailer | COMING SOON September 17 | Thomas & Friends

Around every bend on Sodor, there's someone who needs help and a problem to solve. And no one is more excited to help than Thomas! Join Thomas and his friends for exciting adventures, unexpected surprises, and songs you'll be singing long after the journey ends. Because every delivery, every challenge, and every adventure is better when friends work together.

Coming soon to YouTube September 17 and Netflix September 30.

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Sesame Workshop Launches New Initiative to Help Children and Families Prepare for and Recover from Extreme Weather, Beginning with Storm on Sesame Street Special

New Special Features Celebrities Post Malone and Michelle Buteau

Courtesy of Sesame Workshop

(New York, NY, July 30, 2026) As extreme weather events grow more frequent and intense, Sesame Workshop today announced the launch of its new initiative to help children, families, and communities prepare for, cope with, and recover from extreme weather like hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. With funding from long-time partner PSEG Foundation, the initiative debuts with a new storm‑themed Sesame Street special premiering on Netflix and PBS KIDS on Monday, August 3, and on YouTube in September, along with View-and-Do activities and trusted educational resources to help families navigate whatever weather comes their way.

A Brand New Special with Celebrity Guests

In the Storm on Sesame Street special, Elmo and his friends work together to get ready for a big storm, learning how to be prepared, have courage, and calm their bodies and minds when things feel scary. After the storm passes, Sesame Street looks different, and everyone pitches in to help their neighbors rebuild their homes. With the help of the neighborhood, including celebrity guests Post Malone and Michelle Buteau, Elmo and Abby set out to make a difference, and discover that small acts of kindness, and support from friends, can make the biggest difference of all.

Storm on Sesame Street builds on the legacy and impact of the iconic Sesame Street Gets Through a Storm, which premiered in 2001 on PBS KIDS and re-aired in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina (2005) and Superstorm Sandy (2012). In this special episode, Big Bird’s nest was destroyed in a hurricane, and the community came together to help rebuild it.

Addressing a Growing Need

Extreme weather is affecting more families than ever. Children born in 2020 are projected to experience up to seven times more extreme weather events than those born in 1960, and one in five Americans has had to evacuate their home due to these events. In a national survey, two in three parents (64%) reported experiencing one or more extreme weather events in the past two years. Such weather events can lead to displacement, home damage, increased utility bills, negative health impacts, and less time outside. It often leads to disruptions in school and childcare. Among parents who experienced extreme weather, the majority (78%) worried about the impact on their children.

“Extreme weather is now a reality for many families, and young children need support they can understand and trust,” said Joseph Giraldi, Chief Operating Officer, Sesame Workshop. “With our Extreme Weather response initiative, we’re using the power of Sesame Street to help children prepare for what’s ahead, cope with big emotions during moments of disruption, and begin to recover afterward. From our new storm special to year‑round resources and community outreach, this initiative reflects our commitment to showing up for children and families when they need it most.”

Sesame Workshop’s Extreme Weather response initiative builds on the lessons in the special and will provide research-based resources to support families before, during, and after extreme weather events. The content, featuring Sesame Street friends, will help children understand what’s happening around them, manage big feelings, and take simple, empowering steps to stay safe like noticing helpers and being one, too.  

Resources That Extend Beyond the Screen

New free resources in English and Spanish—available to parents, caregivers, and providers at sesame.org/emergencies—will include:

• New Digital Content: Sesame Street videos with beloved characters offering timely advice and comfort.

• Refreshed Family Guides: Updated Let’s Get Ready and Here for Each Other guides to reflect changes in extreme weather intensity and frequency.​

• Shareable Activities: New printables and articles that support children and families’ overall well-being connected to environmental stressors, such as heat or air quality.

• A New Storybook: A printed and digital storybook, available later this fall, to help children find words for goodbye and healing when the things they love are lost.

• Sesame Care Kits: Child‑friendly “go‑bags” with familiar friends like Elmo and Abby that include comfort items and everyday essentials such as backpacks, blankets, and toothbrushes to support families during evacuations and periods of displacement.

With generous support from Ford Motor Company and Amazon, Sesame Workshop is further extending the resources and care kits through community outreach activities with partner networks.

Sesame Workshop will collaborate with PBS stations and national implementation partners including Catholic Charities USA, Project:Camp, Team Rubicon and others, to engage with families through community preparedness and relief events at libraries, community centers, recovery shelters, or rebuilding sites. Featuring costumed character appearances and the distribution of preparedness materials and care kits, the events will bring reassurance and support to children and caregivers.

The Extreme Weather response initiative is part of Sesame Workshop’s broader mission to help children everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.

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About Sesame Workshop

Sesame Workshop is the global nonprofit behind Sesame Street and so much more. For over 50 years, we have worked at the intersection of education, media, and research, creating joyful experiences that enrich minds and expand hearts, all in service of empowering each generation to build a better world. Our beloved characters, iconic shows, outreach in communities, and more bring playful early learning to families in more than 190 countries and advance our mission to help children everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. Learn more at www.sesame.org and follow Sesame Workshop on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook,  Threads, and X.

About PSEG Foundation

The PSEG Foundation, a separate 501(c)(3), that is supported and fully funded by Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), prioritizes investments in promoting community well-being, environmental sustainability and economic empowerment.

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Next stop: the “Sodor Sings” festival! Thomas and his friends team up to deliver everything needed for a fun-filled evening at the island’s big musical event.

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Sodor Sings Together | Official Trailer | Now Streaming on Netflix | Thomas & Friends

Next stop, the Sodor Sings festival! Thomas and his friends work together to deliver everything needed for a fun night at the island's big musical event.

Based on a series of children's books, Thomas & Friends features Thomas the Tank Engine adventures with other locomotives on the island of Sodor. Thomas often gets into trouble, but never gives up on trying to be a really useful engine. Other members of Sir Topham Hatt's Railway include: Percy (Thomas' best friend), and Gordon (the fastest and most powerful member of the team).

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Netflix Announces Premiere Dates for New 'Gabby's Dollhouse', 'The Creature Cases', 'Sesame Street', and 'Thomas & Friends'

Netflix has announced plans to premiere new seasons of Gabby's Dollhouse and The Creature Cases, a brand new Thomas & Friends musical special, and all-new episodes of Sesame Street during Fall 2025!

Thomas & Friends: Sodor Sings Together

Thursday, October 16

In this all-new special, it’s the night of the big Sodor Sings Festival — the biggest musical event on Sodor. Thomas is charged with making sure everything goes off without a hitch. But when an errant operatic note shatters many things around the island, Thomas has to struggle to find new lights, lost engines, missing workers, and something to replace a water-logged Calliope. Will they all be able to work together and get Sodor singing?

Cast

Will Bhaneja, Meesha Contreras, Neil Crone, Glee Dango, Catherine Disher, Bruce Dow, Talia Evans, Kai Harris, Linda Kash

Sesame Street

New episodes

Monday, November 10

Your Sesame Street friends are here to help little ones identify, understand, and work through their big feelings. Together, they’ll show how kindness and compassion make every day brighter — whether it’s learning to take turns, cheering up a friend, or finding ways to solve problems with a smile.

The first four episodes of the new season of Sesame Street will be released on the Nov. 10 premiere date. It should be noted that, as previously announced when Netflix acquired the streaming rights for the long-running Sesame Workshop-produced series, new episodes of Sesame Street will be available on Netflix same day-and-date with PBS in the U.S. on PBS stations and across PBS Kids digital platforms.

Gabby's Dollhouse

Season 12

Monday, November 17

It’s time to unbox a brand-new room in the Dollhouse: the Kitty Care Ear! Gabby can’t wait to welcome all the little cuties that arrive, and it's up to her, Pandy, and CatRat to soothe their hungry tummies and change cupcake wrappers until bedtime. Along with a brand-new room to play in, there’s always something to celebrate in the Dollhouse! The Gabby Cats’ families join for a Family Day party, everyone decks out the Dollhouse in hearts and candies for Kitty-tine’s Day, and Baby Benny Box gets his very first tooth!

The Creature Cases

Season 6

Monday, December 15

Two animals from a secret organization known as CLADE, the Covert League of Animal Detective Experts, discover and solve mysteries of the animal kingdom.

Netflix's ever-expanding list of TV and game titles (along with print publication Netflix Family Magazine and podcast Bedtime Stories with Netflix Jr.) for the four-and-under set are part of the streamer’s larger effort to dominate the preschool entertainment space.

“We’re trying to offer the best that’s available anywhere,” Netflix’s vice president of animation and kids and family series John Derderian told Variety. “We make shows in Japan, Korea, Spain, France, England. We’re trying to find the biggest global opportunities to both license and create shows. I think we have a lot of incredible brands that want to be on Netflix, I think they thrive here. And then we have original programming that is unrivaled in Gabby’s Doll House, Creature Cases, even Trash Truck, which has had a great run. Then you have Blippi’s Job Show as well as Ms. Rachel, which are so unique and speaking directly to young kids — and then that live-action component and that creator component, which is really interesting and something we will continue to lean in on. So it’s really getting that broad diversity and quality, and the breadth of that diversity and quality. That’s the key part for our business. Once again, we’re entertaining preschoolers globally. So we have to be a very global service to achieve that and to hit that height and really make sure we’re able to entertain them and excite them, no matter where you are. I think that’s a critical part.”

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CBS Presents 'An Evening With Elton John and Brandi Carlile' Primetime Special, Airing April 6

CBS PRESENTS AN EVENING WITH ELTON JOHN AND BRANDI CARLILE, A NEW PRIMETIME CONCERT SPECIAL AIRING SUNDAY, APRIL 6

The Special Features Performances of Timeless Classics and an Intimate Sit-Down Conversation Between the Two Close Friends

CBS presents AN EVENING WITH ELTON JOHN AND BRANDI CARLILE, a new primetime concert special featuring live performances, captivating stories about the pair’s enduring friendship and an intimate look at their new joint album, to be broadcast Sunday, April 6 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+.* Try Paramount+ for free at ParamountPlus.com.

Filming on March 26 at London’s iconic Palladium Theatre and accompanied by a live band, Elton John and Brandi Carlile will perform songs from their new album, Who Believes in Angels? which is available on April 4 via Interscope Records. The musicians will also play a selection of their individual greatest hits, including timeless classics from Elton’s catalogue and a very special performance of an unreleased track by Carlile.

Between these electrifying solo and duo performances, Elton and Brandi will also invite the audience into an intimate sit-down conversation on stage that will pull back the curtain on their 20-year friendship, the profound journey behind their latest collaboration and share intimate footage from their process. Additionally, throughout the evening, those closest to Elton and Brandi will pay emotional tributes to the artists’ illustrious careers.

AN EVENING WITH ELTON JOHN AND BRANDI CARLILE is produced by Fulwell Entertainment with Ben Winston, Gabe Turner and Sally Wood serving as executive producers.

*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on-demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.

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Elton John, Brandi Carlile on their dream collaboration | CBS Sunday Morning

Years ago, Elton John was a flicker of hope in a confusing world to young Brandi Carlile, a girl coming of age and struggling with her own sexuality. Today, the two music superstars are not only friends, but also collaborators, recording an album together, "Who Believes In Angels?" They talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about pushing each other artistically, and the 78-year-old John's emotional response to the album's closing track, "When This Old World Is Done With Me."

Extended interview: Sir Elton John and Brandi Carlile | CBS Sunday Morning

In this online exclusive, music superstars Sir Elton John and Brandi Carlile talk with correspondent Tracy Smith about the songwriting process and the challenge of collaborating on their first joint album, "Who Believes In Angels?" They also discuss their friendship, their families, and John's belief that "art has to be painful sometimes."

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CBS Presents 'Ringo & Friends at the Ryman' Special

CBS PRESENTS “RINGO & FRIENDS AT THE RYMAN,” A TWO-HOUR SPECIAL FEATURING RINGO STARR AND SOME OF COUNTRY MUSIC’S BIGGEST NAMES, AIRING MONDAY, MARCH 10

Featuring Performances and Duets of Songs Spanning Starr’s Legendary Career, Including Beatles Classics and Songs from His New Country Album Look Up

Guest Stars Include Music Icons Sheryl Crow, Rodney Crowell, Mickey Guyton, Emmylou Harris, Sarah Jarosz, Jamey Johnson, Brenda Lee, Larkin Poe, Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, The War And Treaty and Jack White

Proceeds from a One-Time, All-Star Performance at The Ryman of “With a Little Help from My Friends” Will Support the American Red Cross and Those Impacted by the California Wildfires

Taped Jan. 14 and 15 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, the Special Is Produced by Ringo Starr, T Bone Burnett and Gunpowder & Sky’s Van Toffler

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CBS presents RINGO & FRIENDS AT THE RYMAN, a two-hour special celebrating the music and legacy of Ringo Starr through the lens of country music, airing Monday, March 10 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ in the U.S*. For a free trial of Paramount+, visit ParamountPlus.com.

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Taped on Jan. 14 and Jan. 15 at the historic Ryman Auditorium – the “Mother Church of Country Music” – this once-in-a-lifetime event features exclusive performances of Ringo’s solo hits, Beatles classics and tracks from his recently released country album Look Up, produced and co-written by T Bone Burnett.

Proceeds from a one-time, all-star performance at The Ryman of “With a Little Help from My Friends” will support the American Red Cross and those impacted by the California wildfires.

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An all-star lineup of some of music’s hottest names join Ringo onstage, including Sheryl Crow, Rodney Crowell, Mickey Guyton, Emmylou Harris, Sarah Jarosz, Jamey Johnson, Brenda Lee, Larkin Poe, Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, The War And Treaty, Jack White and more. Together, they reimagine some of music’s most iconic songs, such as “Boys,” “Act Naturally,” “With a Little Help from My Friends,” “Yellow Submarine,” “Don’t Pass Me By” and “It Don’t Come Easy,” blending classic rock with a country twist.

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“It is always a thrill to play the Ryman and this time we are going country!” said Ringo. “T Bone has put together a great show. It was two nights of peace, love and country music.”

“There is not a single person in the world who has generated more goodwill than Ringo Starr, and I write this without hyperbole,” said Burnett. “On Jan. 14 and 15, an extraordinary group of artists came together to help demonstrate that at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn. Ringo has been singing and playing country music since before he joined The Beatles, and many, if not most, of his recordings with that band were country songs – “Matchbox,” “Honey Don’t,” “Act Naturally,” “What Goes On?,” “Don’t Pass Me By” and even “Octopus’s Garden” is a country song. We don’t know which country, but a country song, nevertheless. Nashville is a town full of extraordinary musicians, and a killer band of some of Nashville’s most extraordinary musicians accompanied Ringo and the rest of the artists.”

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“Ringo and his bandmates introduced me and countless others to timeless American rockabilly classics, reimagined with their unique Liverpudlian twist on Carl Perkins and many more,” said Toffler. “It’s an honor to produce this special with Ringo and T Bone, bringing together some of music’s finest who played the hell out of Ringo’s songs, including some Beatles classics. It feels especially poetic to be airing on the same network that introduced the Beatles to America 61 years ago.”

In addition to the performances, the special features Ringo reflecting on country music’s influence on his life, The Beatles and his solo career. Guest artists share their personal stories of Ringo’s impact on their music, offering fans a unique look at his legacy. Inspired by T Bone Burnett to explore a new musical chapter, Ringo showcases his extraordinary journey through a country music lens. 

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RINGO & FRIENDS AT THE RYMAN is produced by T Bone Burnett in collaboration with Van Toffler of Gunpowder & Sky. Michael Lohmann (Nashville, Boston Legal and Patsy & Loretta) directs.

About Ringo Starr

Throughout his career he has received nine GRAMMY^® Awards and has twice been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – first as a Beatle and then as solo artist. Between 1970 and 2023, Ringo has released 20 solo studio records and 4 consecutive EP’s in 2020, 2021 and 2023.  He has acted in over 15 films, received an Academy Award^®, and has been nominated as an actor for an Emmy^®. Ringo has published 8 books; had a stint as a male fashion model, and that same year went behind the lens as the photographer for some Foo Fighters PR photos. Ringo is also a visual artist and has had numerous exhibitions of his work and his “Peace Sculpture” is on permanent display in the Beverly Hills Park. In 2008 Ringo began dedicating his July 7 birthday to promoting Peace and Love and the movement has grown to include events all over the planet and into the stars with support from NASA. In 2018, Ringo was knighted and in 2019 he celebrated 35 years of touring with his All Starr Bands. In 2022 Ringo received an honorary degree as a Doctor of Music from Berklee College of Music and earlier he was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame with the Joe Chambers Musicians Legacy Award.

Ringo Starr also had the honor of being the first narrator of the British dub of the iconic Thomas the Tank Engine children's television series.

About T Bone Burnett

Throughout more than 50 years in music and entertainment, T Bone Burnett has earned an unparalleled reputation as an innovative artist, songwriter, producer, performer, film and concert producer, record company owner and artists’ advocate. He’s worked and collaborated with musicians spanning many genres, such as the aforementioned Bob Dylan, Elton John, Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, Ringo Starr, B.B. King, Tony Bennett, k.d. lang, Elvis Costello, Taylor Swift, Ryan Bingham, Steve Earle and Leon Russell. Burnett’s highly successful and acclaimed work in film throughout the past 30 years includes his collaborations with the Coen Brothers on The Big Lebowski, O Brother, Where Art Thou?, Cold Mountain, The Hunger Games, Walk The Line, Inside Llewyn Davis and Crazy Heart, for which he also served as one of the film’s producers.  He has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, a BAFTA and 13 Grammy Awards.  

About Gunpowder & Sky

Gunpowder & Sky is an independent studio that develops and produces award-winning film, television and audio projects, as well as live and experiential events.

Founded by Van Toffler and Floris Bauer in 2016, Gunpowder & Sky has released more than 60 feature films and series in theaters and in partnership with leading services such as Apple, HBO, Netflix, Max, Paramount+, MTV, Hulu, Peacock, Sky, Showtime, Spotify, Amazon, Meta, YouTube, Audible, Roku, CBS, Discovery, BBC and Sky.

With its robust slate of documentaries and unscripted content, Gunpowder & Sky is currently in production on numerous projects including two larger-than-life audio music stories, “Lighters in the Sky” and “Shelved”; and multiple VR projects.

Other notable projects include the CBS variety show hosted by Dolly Parton, “Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala”; Sheryl, the intimate documentary of song and sacrifice of musical icon Sheryl Crow; the Emmy-nominated The Notorious B.I.G. Sky’s The Limit: A VR Concert Experience, a state-of-the-art immersive concert and narrative experience; 69: The Saga of Danny Hernandez; Lil Peep – Everybody’s Everything; the action thriller inspired by one of the largest bank robberies in U.S. history, Heist 88; the Sam Raimi horror anthology series 50 States of Fright; Jeff Baena’s medieval dark comedy, The Little Hours starring Alison Brie, Dave Franco, Kate Micucci, Aubrey Plaza, John C. Reilly and Molly Shannon; the three-part hair metal documentary series I Wanna Rock: The ‘80s Metal Dream; the three-part documentary exploring the history of soft rock, Sometimes When We Touch; Last Exit: Space, a documentary executive produced and narrated by Werner Herzog; Call Me Miss Cleo, an eye-opening film chronicling the rise, fall, and reinvention of controversial and revered ‘90s television psychic Miss Cleo; Gaming Wall Street, a two-part documentary narrated by Kieran Culkin exploring the historic 2021 short squeeze of GameStop; Brett Haley’s father-daughter live act music dramedy, Hearts Beat Loud starring Nick Offerman and Kiersey Clemons; Her Smell, Alex Ross Perry’s film about a self-destructive musician starring Elisabeth Moss; the hit podcast series, “DUST”, starring and executive produced by Corey Hawkins and co-stars Toni Collette; the audio original, “Lighters in the Sky” that reveals iconic, often undercover, music stories about the best live performances ever including Amy Winehouse, Aretha Franklin, Beyonce, Bruce Springsteen, Daft Punk, Led Zepplin, Nirvana, Selena, and more; and “Words + Music'' that shines a light on today's most influential artists with original audio productions from artists including Beck, Eddie Vedder, Pete Townshend, Billie Joe Armstrong, Sheryl Crow, St. Vincent, Smokey Robinson, Alanis Morissette and Gary Clark Jr. to name a few.

Gunpowder & Sky has offices in Los Angeles and New York.

*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.

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