

What's the Story, Wishbone?
“The story of the little dog who introduced a generation to the world of classic literature.”
Overview
A behind-the-scenes journey into the creation and lasting legacy of Wishbone, the Emmy-winning PBS series that introduced a generation to classic literature through the adventures of a small dog with a big imagination.
Top Cast

Soccer the Dog
Self (archive)

Mary Chris Wall
Self
Larry Brantley
self

Mo Rocca
Self

Matthew Tompkins
self

Jeanne Simpson
self
Angee Hughes
self

Joe Nemmers
self
Betty A. Buckley
self
Joey Stewart
self
Caris Palm Turpen
self
Rick Duffield
self
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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