A Hobo's Christmas
"The best thing about Christmas is Family..."
Originally released in 1987. A Hobo's Christmas is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Will Mackenzie.
Starring Gerald McRaney, Barnard Hughes, and Wendy Crewson
Synopsis
A hobo played by Barnard Hughes decides it's time to go home. Drifting from place to place, Hughes finds himself in his hometown of Salt Lake City at Christmas time. Here he hopes to close old wounds and be reunited with his unforgiving son played by Gerald McRaney, and get to know the grandchildren he has never met. McRaney, still resenting the fact that Hughes ran out on his family 25 years earlier, gives his father only one day with his grandkids; after that, he's expected to leave and never come back. All the while Hughes' friends warn him that his son and the past are memories that are best left alone, and should leave, but he has to find out for himself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 20, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Gerald McRaney
as Charlie Grovner
Barnard Hughes
as Chance Grovner
Wendy Crewson
as Laurie
William Hickey
as Cincinnati Harold
Lee Weaver
as Biloxi Slim
Jamie Sorrentini
as Kathy Grovner
Harley Cross
as Bobby Grovner
Helen Stenborg
as Mrs. Gladys Morgan
Michael Ruud
as Omaha John Boswell
Logan Field
as Lt. Nielsen
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Joe Byrne/Falrose Productions
- Phoenix Entertainment Group
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Hobo's Christmas about?
A hobo played by Barnard Hughes decides it's time to go home. Drifting from place to place, Hughes finds himself in his hometown of Salt Lake City at Christmas time. Here he hopes to close old woun...
Who directed A Hobo's Christmas?
A Hobo's Christmas was directed by Will Mackenzie.
How long is A Hobo's Christmas?
A Hobo's Christmas has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was A Hobo's Christmas released?
A Hobo's Christmas was released on October 20, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Hobo's Christmas?
The main cast of A Hobo's Christmas includes Gerald McRaney, Barnard Hughes, Wendy Crewson, William Hickey, Lee Weaver.