Jake and the Kid (1961 TV series)

Jake and the Kid was a Canadian television series that aired on CBC Television during the 1961-1963 television seasons. It was based on the Jake and the Kid stories by W.O. Mitchell, a well-known Canadian author. The series followed the lives of Jake Trumper, a hired hand on a Saskatchewan farm, and 'the Kid', his young companion and surrogate son.

The stories revolved around the everyday lives of the characters in the small prairie town of Crocus, Saskatchewan. Themes explored included rural life, community, friendship, and the challenges faced by farmers and their families. Jake was portrayed as a folksy, philosophical character, while the Kid offered a youthful perspective on the world around them.

While popular in Canada during its run, the series has not seen wide syndication or availability on home media, making it relatively obscure compared to some other Canadian television programs of the era. Information about specific episodes, cast details beyond the leads, and production details are often difficult to find.