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Series · 1961 – 1973 · Animation

Davey and Goliath

★6.2 1961 – 1973 2 Seasons Art Clokey TV-MA

Davey and Goliath is a 1960s stop-motion animated children's Christian television series. The programs, produced by the Lutheran Church in America, were produced by Art Clokey after the success of his Gumby series. Each 15-minute episode features the adventures of Davey Hansen and his "talking" dog Goliath as they learn Christian doctrine through everyday occurrences.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 65 episodes

Lost in a Cave

Episode 01

Lost in a Cave

Feb 25, 1961 · 15 min

A young man faces life's ups and downs with his canine companion.

Stranded on an Island

Episode 02

Stranded on an Island

Mar 4, 1961 · 15 min

Davey and his family rent a boat to picnic on an island far off shore. Davey's father loses track of the time and when the Hansen family prepares to return home, they discover the tide has run out and their boat is beached far from the water line.

The Wild Goat

Episode 03

The Wild Goat

Mar 11, 1961 · 15 min

While on a hike, Davey rescues a mountain goat who had a leg broken by a fallen tree limb. When he brings the goat home to recuperate, the wild creature's antics soon have Davey in hot water.

The Winner

Episode 04

The Winner

Mar 18, 1961 · 15 min

Jealous and envious of his friend Mike, Davey enters a soap box derby.

The New Skates

Episode 05

The New Skates

Sep 9, 1961 · 15 min

Disobeying his mother, Davey skates on thin ice and falls through. Thankfully, Goliath is there to rescue him.

Cousin Barney

Episode 06

Cousin Barney

Sep 16, 1961 · 15 min

Davey is amazed that his father continues to show affection to Barney, Davey's annoying young cousin who has come for a visit.

The Kite

Episode 07

The Kite

Sep 23, 1961 · 15 min

Davey and his friends try to build a kite, but their feverish efforts to get it aloft are at cross-purposes and result in disaster.

The Mechanical Man

Episode 08

The Mechanical Man

Sep 30, 1961 · 15 min

Davey is fascinated by a new remote controlled robot toy until he realizes it cannot love.

The Time Machine

Episode 09

The Time Machine

Oct 7, 1961 · 15 min

Taking imaginary trips in a time machine, Davey, Sally, and Goliath see that God's love transcends time.

On the Line

Episode 10

On the Line

Oct 14, 1961 · 15 min

Davey makes a string telephone and talks to his unseen parents to show his friends how it's possible to talk to God when God is invisible.

The Polka Dot Tie

Episode 11

The Polka Dot Tie

Oct 21, 1961 · 15 min

Davey and friends reject Nat because he wears a funny tie, but they soon realize God rejects no one.

All Alone?

Episode 12

All Alone?

Oct 28, 1961 · 15 min

During a family outing, Davey hops a ride on a train and is trapped inside all by himself, but he is comforted remembering that "God is everywhere."

The Pilgrim Boy

Episode 13

The Pilgrim Boy

Nov 4, 1961 · 15 min

Through flashback, Davey learns about pilgrims.

The Silver Mine

Episode 14

The Silver Mine

Sep 8, 1962 · 15 min

Ignoring "Danger" signs, Davey finds himself trapped in an abandoned mine, and he must rely on Sally and Goliath for help.

Ten-Pin Alley

Episode 15

Ten-Pin Alley

Sep 22, 1962 · 15 min

Davey wants his Dad to win him a prize by bowling six strikes in a row.

Boy Lost

Episode 16

Boy Lost

Oct 6, 1962 · 15 min

While visiting a carnival, Davey gets separated from his father. Though he's frightened, Davey is sure his father will find him.

Sudden Storm

Episode 17

Sudden Storm

Oct 20, 1962 · 15 min

During a family vacation, the Hansens get caught in a storm and the lights go out.

The Bell-Ringer

Episode 18

The Bell-Ringer

Nov 3, 1962 · 15 min

Davey helps Mr. Opp, a bell ringer at Davey's church, by winding clocks while Mr. Opp is out of town.

Not For Sale

Episode 19

Not For Sale

Nov 17, 1962 · 15 min

After he loses one of his father's skis, Davey learns he can't buy forgiveness.

The Shoemaker

Episode 20

The Shoemaker

Dec 1, 1962 · 15 min

At first suspicious of an immigrant shoemaker, Davey learns compassion for the man and his sick wife.

The Runaway

Episode 21

The Runaway

Dec 15, 1962 · 15 min

Davey runs off to the circus, but the daily chores of the circus send him back home where he belongs.

Officer Bob

Episode 22

Officer Bob

Dec 29, 1962 · 15 min

Davey and the other kids are promised a ride on the fire engine for following Office Bob's safety lessons. Davey disobeys one and, feeling guilty, doesn't attend the group. His father teaches him the lesson of forgiveness.

The Parade

Episode 23

The Parade

Jan 12, 1963 · 15 min

Joining in a parade, Davey and Goliath hope to win the prize-a pony. Goliath stars as a fierce lion.

Dog Show

Episode 24

Dog Show

Jan 26, 1963 · 15 min

Davey trains Goliath to roller skate and decides he wants to organize a dog show for Goliath to compete in. The local television station hears of the dog show and decides to broadcast it but Davey breaks his leg while practicing.

Down on the Farm

Episode 25

Down on the Farm

Feb 9, 1963 · 15 min

Davey tries his hand at gardening, but is neglectful of his chores. Davey learns that God sends sun and rain, but it's up to him to do the rest.

The Waterfall

Episode 26

The Waterfall

Feb 23, 1963 · 15 min

Davey attempts to rescues Goliath after he falls in a river. Together they go over a waterfall, and Davey must help an injured Goliath.

Happy Landing

Episode 27

Happy Landing

Sep 14, 1963 · 15 min

Davey compares his neighbor Hank to God after watching him do his job as an air traffic controller, but Hank quickly sets Davey straight.

Editor In Chief

Episode 28

Editor In Chief

Sep 28, 1963 · 15 min

As editor-in-chief of his own small newspaper, Davey lands a big scoop, but he turns it over to the real newspaper's editor-in-chief.

Man of the House

Episode 29

Man of the House

Oct 12, 1963 · 15 min

Davey learns responsibility as his parents leave him in charge to babysit Sally while they are away.

Bully Up a Tree

Episode 30

Bully Up a Tree

Oct 26, 1963 · 15 min

Davey and Goliath get into a fight with a bully and his dog,but later seeing the boy in trouble, Davey forgives him.

The Big Apple

Episode 31

The Big Apple

Nov 9, 1963 · 15 min

Davey is angry because his father allowed his younger sister, Sally, to join them on what he thought would be a father-son outing. When Davey meets a fatherless farm boy on the trip, he realizes how important a father is to all his children.

The Bridge

Episode 32

The Bridge

Nov 30, 1963 · 15 min

Using his ingenuity, Davey rescues Sally after a foot bridge they were walking on breaks.

The Jickets

Episode 33

The Jickets

Dec 14, 1963 · 15 min

Davey doesn't agree with his fellow club members, The Jickets, so they kick him out of the club.

Lemonade Stand

Episode 34

Lemonade Stand

Dec 28, 1963 · 15 min

When Mr. Hansen fixes Sally's doll carriage instead of helping Davey build a lemonade stand, a jealous Davey soon learns his father loves his children equally.

Hocus Pocus

Episode 35

Hocus Pocus

Jan 11, 1964 · 15 min

Davey and Teddy, helping Lorenzo the magician with his magic act, learn that magicians only do tricks, but God's miracles are real.

Good Neighbor

Episode 36

Good Neighbor

Jan 25, 1964 · 15 min

To celebrate "Good Neighbor Week" the townspeople give out balloons to the children. Davey misses out on the festivities because he decides to help a small child find her way home instead.

A Dillar, A Dollar

Episode 37

A Dillar, A Dollar

Feb 8, 1964 · 15 min

Davey and Teddy are sent to Principal Denny's office for tardiness, but to their surprise Principal Denny is understanding, not harsh.

Rags and Buttons

Episode 38

Rags and Buttons

Feb 22, 1964 · 15 min

Sally is crowned queen at a festival, but she loses her favorite rag doll in the process. Davey helps his sister by finding the doll for her.

Jeep in the Deep

Episode 39

Jeep in the Deep

Mar 7, 1964 · 15 min

During a ferry ride, the Hansen family's jeep falls overboard. Davey and his father go scuba diving to see where it landed.

About the series

Davey and Goliath poster
Audience score
★ 6.2 /10

based on 10 votes

Synopsis

Davey and Goliath is a 1960s stop-motion animated children's Christian television series. The programs, produced by the Lutheran Church in America, were produced by Art Clokey after the success of his Gumby series. Each 15-minute episode features the adventures of Davey Hansen and his "talking" dog Goliath as they learn Christian doctrine through everyday occurrences.

AnimationFamilyKids

Cast

4 principal cast

Hal Smith

Hal Smith

Dick Beals

Dick Beals

Norma MacMillan

Norma MacMillan

Ginny Tyler

Ginny Tyler

Where to watch Davey and Goliath

Davey and Goliath is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The animation from Art Clokey, Richard Sutcliffe has 2 seasons and 65 total episodes, rated 6.2/10 by 10 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Davey and Goliath have?

Davey and Goliath has 2 seasons with 65 episodes in total.

Is Davey and Goliath still on the air?

Davey and Goliath has ended and is no longer in production.

When did Davey and Goliath first air?

Davey and Goliath first aired on February 25, 1961.

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