Leo and Me (partially found Canadian sitcom; late 1970s)

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Promotional image of Brent cavner and Michael j fox from the show

Leo and me is a Canadian sitcom filmed in the late 1970s, but wasn't properly aired until 1981. The series is notable for being actor Michael j fox's acting debut. The series stars Brent cavner as Leo, a former Italian adventurer, and Michael j fox as Jamie, his orphaned nephew.


Availablily

The series is very hard to find, with no episodes available online to watch. The series aired on the Canadian broadcasting company (CBC) in the early 80s, with twelve episodes known to exist. The only footage of this show online is available in the form of a few small clips available on YouTube.


Episode list

Incomplete episode guide of episodes and episode titles. View the list here: [1]

Title Unknown (series debut): Leo wins a yacht from an amazing poker player, but the boat comes with a huge mortgage and no engine. STATUS: LOST

Dancing Fools: When both Jamie and Leo enter the same disco dancing contest, this results in friction at home and Jamie threatens to leave home. STATUS: LOST

Nice Italian Girl: Jamie find it amusing when a local girl falls for Leo. STATUS: LOST

Private Lessons: A tutor is hired for Jamie but she’s more interested in Leo. STATUS: LOST

Live a Little: When Leo’s brother-in-law turns 50, he decides it’s time to spice up his life. The results are comedic and temper-flaring. STATUS: LOST

The Big Time: The yacht is in danger of being taken away until Jamie lands a job advertising peanut butter. STATUS: LOST

Title Unknown: Jamie becomes a little hellion, skipping Mass and running mice races in the auditorium. Rocco predicts the boy’s future and makes threats in order to straighten him out. STATUS: LOST

Title Unknown: Leo’s ex-girlfriend arranges to meet her current boyfriend on Leo’s yacht. Trouble arises when it is revealed her current boyfriend is a mafia boss who is about to be deported. STATUS: LOST

Title Unknown: Leo comes to Jamie’s rescue when he gets into trouble while panhandling. STATUS: LOST


Videos

1. [2] clip from one of the episodes of the show

2. [3] collection of clips from various Michael j fox documentaries

Sources

1. [4]

2. [5]

3. [6]