r/Thunderbirds Dec 20 '25

1997 Thunderbirds Movie Concept Art & Script

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I've spent much of today scanning in the concept art and script set I got recently (see other thread).

In total there were 26 concept art images (27 but the TB3 render was duplicated) and a 116 page script.

The artwork is scanned at 2400dpi and 600dpi, and also compiled in a single PDF. The images are named in the order they are in. I've tried to minimise any fiddling with the images in order to preserve them as they are printed. The art set is a mixed bag having been printed on an assortment of paper and different printers. Scanned on an Epson Perfection V39II.

The script is bound with card covers and split pins through the pages. Scanned on a Canon ImageFORMULA P-215 at 300dpi.

The VHS is still to do. This may be a while off yet as I want to investigate a bit more before submitting it to potential doom.

I believe I have covered everything. I will add shots of the packaging once I can sort out a nice clean background and dig out a tripod/decent camera.

If there are any specific requests please let me know and I will try to help out. I want to preserve and share this set as best I can.

Also on Google Drive for faster download
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1e1dzbY0UV59xdhBmn-utoRC9SV3ehy45?usp=sharing

EDIT 22/12/25
Updated scan of the script due to errors in original. On both Archive and Google Drive.


r/Thunderbirds Apr 14 '26

What was revealed during the Anderson day podcast? HERE’S THE ANSWERS!

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  1. We are getting a limited edition set of 5 thunderbirds pins with artwork done by the absolutely amazing Lee Sullivan plated in 15k gold!

  2. The International rescue operation manual deluxe version will come in a red briefcase and will contain multiple extra goodies including… SCOTT’S MICROPHONE!!!

  3. Thunderbird 3 diecast is releasing late May!

  4. Some more comic projects are being worked on!

  5. Laboratory eagle coming for pre-order in mid July!

  6. Captain scarlet super space theatre coming soon!

  7. Ed Straker resin statue with removable gun coming soon!

  8. Diecast skydiver coming soon! (No date yet)

  9. Another Thunderbird 2 diecast with removable pod, legs and recovery vehicles! (Might be bigger than the last one!

  10. Secret service blu ray coming!

Also another major reveal… ATLANTIC INFERNO, ATTACK OF THE ALLIGATORS AND METAMORPH ARE GETTING 4K RESTORATIONS AND WILL BE COMING TO CINEMAS!!!

That’s about it! Any questions feel free to ask. Please remember I’m just a massive fan, not an AE insider! ❤️


r/Thunderbirds 14h ago

Cool Space 1999, Secret Service and UFO cigarette sweets!

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r/Thunderbirds 1d ago

Anyone Remember Watching Stingray?

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r/Thunderbirds 2d ago

See how the THUNDERBIRDS were brought back to life!

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r/Thunderbirds 3d ago

Stupid pricing?

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Somebody is selling all this in New Zealand for $1,200 NZD (£524) the Tracy Island is damaged and has no stickers and the figures + vehicles are opened. I personally think it's ridiculous pricing that nobody will buy it for. What do you guys think?


r/Thunderbirds 4d ago

We’re finally getting it on Blu-ray, friendly reminder that preorders start Friday

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r/Thunderbirds 5d ago

Corgi Models +

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For my birthday this month I got the 3 main Corgi Thunderbirds boxes collecting all 5 Thunderbirds models and i am in love with them.

But that wasn't enough for me. I wanted Thunderbird 6! It was always the funniest, and silliest of the movies when I was a kid and I loved it so much!

So I bought a cheap, broken Corgi Bi-plane and gave it a little repaint. Sure it's not perfect and not quite the right scale. But it makes me so happy!

Thunderbirds are go!


r/Thunderbirds 5d ago

Got my pal Virgil Tracy

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r/Thunderbirds 5d ago

Blu-ray question

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Just saw an ad for the blu-rays and think I may get them soon.

But from those who have them, what are they like?

I partly love Thunderbirds for how real and tangible it looks at times, adding to the tension and investment.

And I've sorted of always put some of that down to the lower quality image helping to make it look messier and more real.

How does the Blu-ray look? Does it all being sharp and clean take away from the tangobil? Does it just look like puppets and models now?

Or does it still retain that grimy, tangiblity but sharper?


r/Thunderbirds 5d ago

Information

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I thought this might interest you given your Thunderbirds (2004) collection and the work you did on the 20th Anniversary Retrospective.

Huntley Film Archives has nine reels of Thunderbirds (2004) production/B-roll footage:

1028113, 1028132, 1028103, 1028433, 1028140, 1028087, 1028088, 1028110 and 1028116.

I'm particularly interested in the raw B-roll — alternate/extended takes, filming on the sets, vehicles, effects work, cast and crew between takes, and other production footage that may not otherwise be available.

Huntley charges £250 to scan an individual reel. I can't justify paying that myself, so I'm trying to make collectors/researchers who genuinely care about the 2004 film aware that the material exists.

I'm not asking you to give me £250 or contribute towards my own purchase — if a reel interests you, you would commission Huntley directly yourself.

Given the original props and production material you've collected, I thought you might genuinely want to know these reels exist. If you're interested, I can send you the Huntley listings so you can see what's in them.


r/Thunderbirds 6d ago

The only good thing and I mean the ONLY good thing about Turbocharged Thunderbirds is the fact that Tim Curry was in the show.

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​​ it's Tim Curry even if he's in something bad he still makes it enjoyable and he's like Bill Murray you just can't hate him


r/Thunderbirds 6d ago

Blu-ray question

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Just saw an ad for the blu-rays and think I may get them soon.

But from those who have them, what are they like?

I partly love Thunderbirds for how real and tangible it looks at times, adding to the tension and investment.

And I've sorted of always put some of that down to the lower quality image helping to make it look messier and more real.

How does the Blu-ray look? Does it all being sharp and clean take away from the tangobil? Does it just look like puppets and models now?

Or does it still retain that grimy, tangiblity but sharper?


r/Thunderbirds 6d ago

general raven (metajets) vs the hood (thunderbirds)

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r/Thunderbirds 6d ago

Here's the complete story so far!

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r/Thunderbirds 7d ago

This scene from Thunderbirds Are Go, S1 Ep.23 (Chain of Command) is what won me over for reboot Hood

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r/Thunderbirds 7d ago

A little something for the Gerry and Sylvia Anderson fans

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I made a nice parody poster to the 1969 film, Journey to the Far Side of the Sun. This is not just to bring some homage to the film, but also to gain an audience for an indie animated adapted series I'm working on, which has some artistic inspiration on Captain Scarlet and Fireball XL5.

Hope y'all like it!


r/Thunderbirds 8d ago

I've FINALLY got it! FAB!

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r/Thunderbirds 8d ago

Sorry for poor quality screenshot but Did you know Thunderbirds appeared in Nintendo Power (Not sure which issue number but the cover advertised Super Mario World)

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this was taken from a video about gaming magazines & part of the B-roll involved them flipping through pages as a transistion


r/Thunderbirds 9d ago

Thunderbird 2 nails!

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Hi guys, sorry for not posting these sooner, life got in the way lmao, don’t mind that they’re a tad grown out


r/Thunderbirds 10d ago

Another exciting adventure from FOUR FEATHER FALLS!

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r/Thunderbirds 11d ago

Thoughts on the Thunderbirds Konami Model

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​​as you can see I have Thunderbirds one to four, as well as two models from Stingray and the Angel Jet from Captain Scarlet.

The details on these models are really good and surprisingly they're pretty affordable for the most part.


r/Thunderbirds 11d ago

Ranked all Tag Episodes

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i was bored so i just ranked all tag episodes (they're ranked based on how good i think they are and how much i like the episode)


r/Thunderbirds 11d ago

Diecast UFO interceptor release!

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£74.99 and will be available to pre-order tomorrow!

(Credit: TimeTravellingToyCollector)


r/Thunderbirds 12d ago

Wanting to sell my 1/144 Thunderbird 2 and 4 model kit

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Would anyone be interested in it?
It's 100% brand new, still in the plastic baggies.
I am USA based, so only people interested from the US please, so sorry for that!
Asking 120 USD shipped.