The Great American Hobo backdrop

The Great American Hobo 1980 Directed by Bobb Hopkins

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.

Country USA
Production Country USA
Language English
Spoken Language English
Gnere Documentary
Production Companies PBS , Super Chief Films
Release Date 4 July 1980
30 mins
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