The Billion Dollar Hobo Explained

The Billion Dollar Hobo
Director:Stuart E. McGowan
Producer:Lang Elliott
Eric Weston
Starring:Tim Conway
Will Geer
Music:Michael Leonard
Editing:Avrum Fine
Cinematography:Irv Goodnoff
Distributor:International Picture Show Company
Runtime:96 min.
Country:United States
Language:English

The Billion Dollar Hobo is a 1977 American comedy film starring Tim Conway and Will Geer (in his last role).

Plot

Conway is Vernon Praiseworthy, only heir to his uncle's fortune, who faced poverty and misfortune during the Great Depression but managed to build up his riches despite these hardships. To become eligible for the inheritance, Vernon must suffer as his uncle did by becoming a migrant hobo for a time. Soon after, Vernon and the dog sent to protect him are caught up in a dognapping scheme.

Cast

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