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The Great American Hobo

The Great American Hobo

The Great American Hobo produced in 1980 features the music of Supertramp's "Take the Long Way Home" documenting the men and women who rode freight trains. Shot in 14 states and culminates with the Hobo Convention in Britt Iowa. Premiered the Independent Eye series for PBS in 1980.

Release DateJuly 4, 1980
StatusReleased
Original TitleThe Great American Hobo
Runtime 30min
Budget
Revenue
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesUnited States of America
Production CompaniesSuper Chief FilmsPBS