The Littlest Hobo 1979
What is The Littlest Hobo?
The Littlest Hobo is a Canadian television series based on a 1958 American film of the same name. The series was revived for a popular run on CTV, starting on October 11, 1979, and concluding on March 7, 1985.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 114
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 11, 1979
- Last aired
- Mar 7, 1985
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- CA, US
- Networks
- CTV
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Family, Drama
- Updated
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The Littlest Hobo is a Canadian television series based on a 1958 American film of the same name. The series was revived for a popular run on CTV, starting on October 11, 1979, and concluding on March 7, 1985. The show features an ownerless dog as its main character. The series revolves around the dog's wandering from town to town, helping people in need. The concept is similar to that of Lassie, with the dog befriending those who apparently need help. The show's main character is a German Shepherd, and the series explores the dog's relationships with the people it encounters.
Should you watch it?
“A wandering German Shepherd roams towns, lending a helping paw wherever needed.”
- Feel‑good stories of assistance
- Family‑friendly episodic adventures
- Classic Canadian charm
- Repetitive premise across episodes
- Limited character depth beyond the dog
Watch it if you enjoy wholesome, stand‑alone tales of a helpful stray dog.
The series is gentle and uplifting, suitable for viewers of all ages.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 24 episodes
- E1 Smoke Oct 11, 1979
- E2 Manhunt (1) Oct 18, 1979
- E3 Manhunt (2) Oct 25, 1979
- E4 The Defector Nov 1, 1979
- E5 Double Trouble Nov 8, 1979
- E6 Silent Witness Nov 15, 1979
- E7 Target For Terror Nov 29, 1979
- E8 Heritage Dec 6, 1979
- E9 Little Girl Lost Dec 13, 1979
- E10 Boy On Wheels Dec 20, 1979
- E11 Stand-in Dec 27, 1979
- E12 Second Chance Jan 3, 1980
- E13 Big Al and Sam Strawberry Jan 13, 1980
- E14 Give My Regards to Broadway Jan 31, 1980
- E15 The Last Job Feb 7, 1980
- E16 Snapshot Feb 28, 1980
- E17 The Million Dollar Fur Heist Mar 6, 1980
- E18 Diamonds Are a Dog's Best Friend Mar 13, 1980
- E19 Romiet and Julio Mar 20, 1980
- E20 Escape Mar 27, 1980
- E21 Guardian Angel Apr 3, 1980
- E22 The Pied Piper Apr 10, 1980
- E23 Willie and Kate May 15, 1980
- E24 The Further Adventures of Willie and Kate May 22, 1980
Season 2 · 18 episodes
- E1 The Balloonist Sep 18, 1980
- E2 Duddleman and the Diamond Ring Sep 25, 1980
- E3 Guinea Pig Oct 2, 1980
- E4 Trapper Oct 9, 1980
- E5 The Pearls Oct 23, 1980
- E6 Carnival of Fear Oct 30, 1980
- E7 Mystery at the Zoo Nov 6, 1980
- E8 Sailing Away Nov 13, 1980
- E9 The Hunt Nov 20, 1980
- E10 Fast Freddie Nov 27, 1980
- E11 Licence to Steal Dec 4, 1980
- E12 Portrait of Danger Dec 11, 1980
- E13 Ghost Rig Dec 18, 1980
- E14 Here's Joey Jackson Jan 22, 1981
- E15 Runaway Feb 12, 1981
- E16 East Side Angels Feb 26, 1981
- E17 Mystique Mar 5, 1981
- E18 The Trail of No Return Apr 9, 1981
Season 3 · 18 episodes
- E1 Photo Finish Sep 17, 1981
- E2 The Secret of Red Hill Sep 24, 1981
- E3 Wolf Hunt Oct 1, 1981
- E4 The Day of the Fugitive Oct 8, 1981
- E5 Suspect Oct 29, 1981
- E6 War Games Nov 5, 1981
- E7 The Hero Nov 12, 1981
- E8 Hidden Room Nov 19, 1981
- E9 Fussin' and Fightin' Nov 26, 1981
- E10 The Locket Dec 3, 1981
- E11 Airport Dec 10, 1981
- E12 Music Box Dec 24, 1981
- E13 Mail Order Bride Jan 21, 1982
- E14 The Clown Jan 28, 1982
- E15 Once Upon a Tyme Feb 4, 1982
- E16 A Special Friend Feb 25, 1982
- E17 Forget Me Not Mar 4, 1982
- E18 Rex Badger P.I. Mar 11, 1982
Season 4 · 18 episodes
- E1 Napoleon Sep 16, 1982
- E2 Home Free Sep 23, 1982
- E3 Back to Nature Sep 30, 1982
- E4 The Imaginative Invalid Oct 7, 1982
- E5 Finders Keepers Oct 14, 1982
- E6 Happy Birthday Mom Oct 21, 1982
- E7 The Spirit of Thunder Rock (1) Oct 28, 1982
- E8 The Spirit of Thunder Rock (2) Nov 4, 1982
- E9 The Spirit of Thunder Rock (3) Nov 11, 1982
- E10 Rabies Nov 18, 1982
- E11 Day For Night Nov 25, 1982
- E12 Trooper Dec 2, 1982
- E13 The Loneliest Day of the Week Jan 27, 1983
- E14 Double Vision Feb 3, 1983
- E15 Winner Take All Feb 10, 1983
- E16 Small Pleasures Mar 3, 1983
- E17 The Five Labours of Hercules (1) Mar 17, 1983
- E18 The Five Labours of Hercules (2) Mar 24, 1983
Season 5 · 18 episodes
- E1 Rookie Sep 15, 1983
- E2 Scavenger Hunt (1) Sep 22, 1983
- E3 Scavenger Hunt (2) Sep 29, 1983
- E4 Second Sight Oct 6, 1983
- E5 Trucker Oct 13, 1983
- E6 Born To Run Oct 20, 1983
- E7 Tempest Probe Oct 27, 1983
- E8 Lumberjacks Nov 3, 1983
- E9 Passage Nov 10, 1983
- E10 Sartech (1) Nov 17, 1983
- E11 Sartech (2) Dec 1, 1983
- E12 Dragonslayer Jan 19, 1984
- E13 The Genesis Tapes (1) Jan 26, 1984
- E14 The Genesis Tapes (2) Feb 2, 1984
- E15 Ghost Station Feb 23, 1984
- E16 Indian Summer Mar 1, 1984
- E17 Applejack Mar 8, 1984
- E18 Sheep in Wolf's Clothing Mar 15, 1984
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of The Littlest Hobo?
Each episode follows a stray German Shepherd who travels to a new town and helps people in need.
When did the 1979 series air?
It aired on CTV from October 11, 1979 to March 7, 1985.
Is the show based on earlier material?
Yes, it is based on a 1958 American film of the same name.
Who is the main character?
The titular “Littlest Hobo,” an ownerless German Shepherd, is the central figure.
How does it compare to Lassie?
Like Lassie, the Hobo helps those in need, but he is a wandering stray rather than a farm dog.