The Hobo (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1917, The Hobo is a comedy film directed by Arvid E. Gillstrom, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Billy is a hobo who hangs around the train station. He creates disruption in the ticket office, at the lunch counter, and in the lives of some of the customers.
Who’s in it. The Hobo stars Billy West as The Hobo, Oliver Hardy as Harold (as Babe Hardy), Leo White as Mr. Fox and Bud Ross as (as Budd Ross), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Hobo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hobo page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hobo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hobo (1917)?
- In US, The Hobo is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Hobo worth watching?
- The Hobo holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hobo?
- The Hobo stars Billy West, Oliver Hardy, Leo White, Bud Ross and Virginia Clark.
- When was The Hobo released?
- The Hobo was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.