The Littlest Hobo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids The Littlest Hobo
Created by	Charles R. Rondeau
Starring	Buddy Hart Wendy Stuart Carlyle Mitchell Howard Hoffman Bob Kline
Country of origin	Canada
Original language(s)	English
No. of seasons	5
No. of episodes	113
Production
Camera setup	Single camera
Running time	Approx. 77 min.
Release
Original network	CTV
Original release	1963, 1979 – 1965, 1985

The Littlest Hobo was a popular Canadian children's show. It was created by Charles R. Rondeau. The series is about a clever German Shepherd dog named Hobo. Hobo travels from town to town, always ready to help people in trouble.

The Adventures of The Littlest Hobo

The show follows Hobo, a brave and smart German Shepherd. He does not have a permanent home. Instead, he wanders across Canada and the United States. In each episode, Hobo finds someone in need. He uses his intelligence and courage to help them solve problems. He might rescue someone from danger or help a family in a difficult situation.

Hobo's Special Skills

Hobo is not just any dog. He often understands human speech. He can also figure out complex problems. He might open doors, untie ropes, or even lead people to safety. His actions often lead to happy endings for the people he meets. After helping, Hobo always moves on to his next adventure. He never stays in one place for long.

The Show's History

The idea for The Littlest Hobo first came from a movie. This movie was released in 1958. It also featured a wandering German Shepherd.

The First TV Series

The first TV series based on the movie aired from 1963 to 1965. This version introduced viewers to Hobo's adventures. It quickly became a favorite for many families.

The Revival Series

Years later, the show was brought back! A new version of The Littlest Hobo aired from 1979 to 1985. This revival was shown on the CTV in Canada. It continued Hobo's tradition of helping people. This second series was very popular and ran for many seasons.

Images for kids

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  Title card of 1979-85 version