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Documentary 'What's the Story, Wishbone?' Premieres May 27, Exploring Beloved PBS Show's Legacy

publication · 2026-04-17

On May 27, 2026, the documentary 'What's the Story, Wishbone?' will debut, delving into the PBS series 'Wishbone,' which ran from 1995 to 1997. Directed by Joey Stewart and produced by Novel Tails, the film incorporates archival footage along with interviews from the cast and creators, shedding light on the challenges faced during production, such as tight schedules and historical set designs. The series featured Soccer, a Jack Russell terrier, who connected the daily life of a fictional Texas town with literary masterpieces. Although three other dogs performed stunts, Soccer emerged as the primary actor after a 1993 audition that saw over 100 dogs. The series received a Peabody Award and four Daytime Emmys. The documentary will air on public television from May 27 to June 9, 2026, and will be available on streaming platforms starting June 10.

Key facts

  • Documentary 'What's the Story, Wishbone?' premieres May 27, 2026
  • Examines PBS series 'Wishbone' that aired 1995-1997
  • Directed by original assistant director Joey Stewart
  • Produced by Novel Tails, same company as original show
  • Show featured Jack Russell terrier Soccer as Wishbone
  • Won Peabody Award and four Daytime Emmys
  • Will air on public TV May 27-June 9, stream from June 10
  • Based on 1993 auditions of over 100 dogs

Entities

Artists

  • Joey Stewart
  • Rick Duffield
  • Larry Brantley
  • Mo Rocca
  • Angela Andaloro
  • Christian Wallace
  • Cat Cardenas
  • Caris Turpen
  • Michele Debczak

Institutions

  • PBS
  • Novel Tails
  • Entertainment Tonight
  • People
  • Texas Monthly
  • Sarah Lawrence College
  • Peabody Award
  • Daytime Emmys
  • Smithsonian Magazine
  • History Channel
  • Mental Floss
  • IndieWire
  • Eater
  • Vice

Locations

  • Texas
  • Brooklyn
  • New York
  • United States

Sources