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Hobo Bobo

Synopsis

Little Bobo the Elephant decides to leave a jungle, where he is assigned to the thankless task of moving logs with his trunk, for a glamorous life in a circus in America. On the advice of a minah bird, Bobo paints himself pink to gain access to a ship bound for the U.S., because nobody on the ship will admit to seeing a pink elephant much less act to remove the presumed hallucination. After Bobo arrives in America, a steet-cleaner washes his pink color away, and people are now willing to acknowledge seeing the little elephant. Bobo is arrested by the police and chained for trial by judge, and the judge sentences him to life - in a circus, where he is bat "boy" for the big top baseball team, and laments that he's carrying logs (i.e. bats) yet again!

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 16, 1947

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Robert McKimson
Screenplay & Story
Warren Foster
Original Title
Hobo Bobo
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
7m
Production Studios
Warner Bros. Cartoons

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Robert McKimson

Screenplay & Story

Warren Foster

Department Leadership Roster

Robert McKimson

Robert McKimson

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hobo Bobo.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hobo Bobo

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Hobo Bobo about?

Little Bobo the Elephant decides to leave a jungle, where he is assigned to the thankless task of moving logs with his trunk, for a glamorous life in a circus in America. On the advice of a minah bird, Bobo paints himself pink to gain access to a ship bound for the U.S., because nobody on the ship will admit to seeing a pink elephant much less act to remove the presumed hallucination. After Bobo arrives in America, a steet-cleaner washes his pink color away, and people are now willing to acknowledge seeing the little elephant. Bobo is arrested by the police and chained for trial by judge, and the judge sentences him to life - in a circus, where he is bat "boy" for the big top baseball team, and laments that he's carrying logs (i.e. bats) yet again!

Who directed Hobo Bobo?

Hobo Bobo was directed by Robert McKimson.

Who stars in Hobo Bobo?

The principal cast of Hobo Bobo includes Mel Blanc, Robert C. Bruce, Stan Freberg.

When was Hobo Bobo released and how long is it?

Hobo Bobo was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 7m.