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The Hobo's Rest Cure (1912): cast, story & where to watch

1912 · Film

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Released in 1912, The Hobo's Rest Cure is a notable film.

What it’s about. Bill Grogan, a happy hobo, having successfully eluded all sorts of allurements to go to work and having discharged himself from several easy jobs after numerous attempts to get painlessly injured, frightens a chauffeur into believing that he had been injured by a baby carriage. Eventually he reaches the limit of his restful ambition by getting a cot in a hospital.

Who’s in it. The Hobo's Rest Cure stars John Lancaster as Bill Grogan - the Happy Hobo, Thomas Commerford as Pete Kelly and Joseph Hazelton as Doctor Hayes.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hobo's Rest Cure page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Hobo's Rest Cure (1912)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hobo's Rest Cure change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Hobo's Rest Cure?
The Hobo's Rest Cure stars John Lancaster, Thomas Commerford and Joseph Hazelton.
When was The Hobo's Rest Cure released?
The Hobo's Rest Cure was released in 1912.