The Littlest Hobo

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.

Action & Adventure

Family

Drama

The Littlest Hobo

Action & Adventure

Family

Drama

Created By
First Aired on: Oct 11, 1979
Popularity: 23.1033: 8 votes
Networks: (CA)
Production: Glen Warren Productions
Status: Ended: Show Ended

Seasons & episodes

Total 6 seasons, 114 episodes

Season 1

The Littlest Hobo was a dog who showed an uncanny knack for arriving at a time of peril. After performing heroics, the shrewd stray resisted entreaties to stay, preferring instead the open road.

Aired 46 years ago

24 Episodes

Episode 1Smoke30 min
Hobo saves animals from a forest fire and aids a poisoned child.
Episode 2Manhunt (1)30 min
Overview not available
Episode 3Manhunt (2)30 min
Overview not available
Episode 4The Defector30 min
Hobo rescues a defecting ballerina from kidnappers.
Episode 5Double Trouble30 min
Hobo saves two draft horses from the glue factory. Note: This episode was trailed at the end of #1.21 "Guardian Angel")