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The Littlest Hobo (1979 - 1985)

Scripted TV Show
Audience Score
69
NR October 11th, 1979Drama , Family6 Seasons, 114 Episodes
The Littlest Hobo is a Canadian television series based upon a 1958 American film of the same name directed by Charles R. Rondeau. The series first aired from 1963 to 1965 in syndication, spanning six seasons and was revived for a popular second run on CTV from October 11, 1979 to March 7, 1985. It starred an ownerless dog. All three productions revolved around a stray German Shepherd, the titular Hobo, who wanders from town to town, helping people in need. Although the concept was perhaps similar to that of Lassie, the Littlest Hobo's destiny was to befriend those who apparently needed help. Despite the attempts of the many people whom he helped to adopt him, he appeared to prefer to be on his own, and would head off by himself at the end of each episode. Never actually named on-screen, the dog is often referred to by the name Hobo or by the names given by temporary human companions. Hobo's background is also unexplained on-screen. His origins, motivation and ultimate destination are also never explained. Although some characters appeared in more than one episode, the only constant was the Littlest Hobo himself.
StarringLondon
DirectorsAl WaxmanAllan EastmanMario Philip Azzopardi
WritersCharles P. EisenmannPaul W. Cooper

All Seasons

Season 6

Season 6

Sep 13, 1984
Season 5

Season 5

Sep 15, 1983
Season 4

Season 4

Sep 16, 1982
Season 3

Season 3

Sep 17, 1981

TV Show Details

Air Date:October 11th, 1979

Last Air Date:March 7th, 1985

Network:CTV
Status:Ended

Genres:Drama , Family

Original Language:English
Production Companies:Glen Warren Productions