'The Birthday Express' signals it's way to Britain

The ill-fated The Birthday Express DVD for Britain will finally be available from January 2012 thanks to Play.com's finalisations for the disc.

The birthday themed title has had it's front and back covers published on the online retailer's website.

The back cover involves stills from the episodes Creaky Cranky and Wonky Whistle which both do not appear on the release.

Furthermore, it's extra features have been confirmed with a team of a triple appearing, one old and two new.

The description reads; Unwrap your favourite episodes with this Thomas & Friends collection. Birthdays always come with surprises when your engine friends are geared up for the celebration.

Percy must safely deliver a beautifully wrapped present, while Thomas encounters a mystery as he takes The Fat Controller to the party. Full steam ahead for birthday fun!

Episodes include;

Percy's Parcel

Double Trouble

The Man in the Hills

The Party Surprise

Extras include;

Watch with Mr. Perkins

Sing-a-Long Song: Roll Along

Down at the Station: Driver

The DVD has had it's long history of trouble. Originally scheduled for release in Britain as far back as July 11th 2011, it was delayed for a December 12th roll out up to the final latest date.

The Birthday Express marks it's official UK debut on January 16th 2012.

PRE-ORDER 'THE BIRTHDAY EXPRESS'

PLAY.COM'S PAGE FOR THE DVD

Thanks to MrTrainfan1000 for the alert.