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The American Hobo: History of the Railriding Worker(2003)
Status: Released
Date: 2003-01-01
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Time: 0h 54m
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Documentary - Ernest Borgnine, star of the classic train movie Emperor of the North, hosts and narrates this remarkable examination of the uniquely American Hobo.
Languages: English.
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United States of America
ProductionCompanies:
Super Chief Films
Movie: The American Hobo: History of the Railriding Worker
Top 3 Billed Cast
Ernest Borgnine
Himself - Narrator
Merle Haggard
Himself - Special Guest
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Documentary - Ernest Borgnine, star of the classic train movie Emperor of the North, hosts and narrates this remarkable examination of the uniquely American Hobo.
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2003-01-01
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