Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg Revive Classic Canadian Series “The Littlest Hobo” for Crave

Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg will produce a new live-action version of the 1980s family drama *The Littlest Hobo* for Crave, the Canadian streaming service owned by Bell Media. The series is a joint effort between Point Grey Pictures, Lionsgate Canada, and Crave, marking the first project to emerge from a recent deal linking Bell Media, Lionsgate Canada, and Point Grey Pictures. Production details—including casting and launch timing—have not yet been disclosed.

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*The Littlest Hobo* originally aired on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation from 1979 to 1985. The series followed an ownerless German Shepherd that traveled across the country, assisting strangers in need. Rogen and Goldberg previously collaborated with Lionsgate on Apple TV’s comedy series *The Studio*, which earned multiple 2025 Emmy Awards, including best actor, best writing, best directing for a comedy series, and best overall comedy prize.

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• Seth Rogen – Actor, writer, and producer (Point Grey Pictures)

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• Evan Goldberg – Producer and writer (Point Grey Pictures)

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• Point Grey Pictures – Production company co-founded by Rogen and Goldberg

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• Lionsgate Canada – Co-producer and partner in the Bell Media deal

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• Bell Media / Crave – Canadian broadcaster commissioning the revival

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• New Hobo Productions – Production entity led by Rose Oushalkas and Christopher Dew

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• Scott Herbst – Executive Vice President and Head of Scripted Development, Lionsgate Television Group

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• Jocelyn Hamilton – President, Lionsgate Canada Television

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Rogen and Goldberg expressed enthusiasm for revisiting a series they described as a “foundational show of our childhood,” emphasizing their intent to deliver “big things” while preserving the original’s modest canine protagonist. Lionsgate executives highlighted the partnership’s continuity, noting the goal to “bring a fresh new take on this beloved property to Canadian audiences.” Both statements underscore a collaborative effort to modernize the classic while honoring its legacy.

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• “The Littlest Hobo was a foundational show of our childhood. We are thrilled to have the honor of bringing it back for a new generation alongside our partners at Crave. And though the hobo may be little, we promise big things to come. That doesn’t mean the dog will be huge like Clifford. The hobo will still be little. But the adventures will be Big,” — Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg

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• “We’re thrilled to build on our partnership with Point Grey and Bell Media to bring a fresh new take on this beloved property to Canadian audiences,” — Scott Herbst and Jocelyn Hamilton

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• Original broadcast period: 1979-1985 (CBC)

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• 2025 Emmy Awards for *The Studio*: Best Actor, Best Writing, Best Directing (Comedy Series), Best Overall Comedy Prize

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The revival represents a strategic expansion of cross-border collaboration, leveraging Rogen and Goldberg’s recent Emmy-winning success to reintroduce a culturally significant Canadian series. By updating the premise for contemporary viewers, the project aims to attract both nostalgic fans and new audiences, reinforcing Crave’s commitment to original Canadian content.

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Details regarding the cast, filming schedule, and release window remain pending. The partnership’s next steps will likely involve finalizing production logistics and announcing a premiere date as development progresses.

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