This first Lassie film in nearly three decades (discounting the various feature-length compilations of Lassie TV episodes) is worth watching for its veteran cast. Lassie is legally wrested from freckled-faced Michael Sharrett by evil Pernell Roberts, who hopes that the kid's grandpa Jimmy Stewart will sell his valuable vineyards to ransom the dog. Roberts' scheme falls through, and Lassie makes her getaway, embarking upon a grueling trek to be reunited with her young master. Alice Faye, looking very well preserved, shows up to sing a song or two. Also contributing vocally are Pat Boone and Debby Boone and The Mike Curb Congregation; even Stewart gets to sing (he hasn't improved much since his last singing role in Broadway Melody of 1936, but you gotta love him). About the only cast member in The Magic of Lassie who doesn't sing is Mike Mazurki. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide.

Little Joe is shocked to learn that he could have another brother -- from the SAME mother! Episode #101: First Born.

What goes around comes around. Right around in this case! The Cartwrights learn that Hoss was shot out of vengeance for another man s killing. Episode #53: Vengeance. First air date: 2/11/1961.

When the man Little Joe believes is his long-lost brother faces an angry mob in town, he's right by his side. Episode #101: First Born. First air date: 9/23/1962.

You d be hard-pressed to find any three brothers who look less alike than the Cartwrights. Little Joe explains why. Episode #1: A Rose For Lotta. First air date: 9/12/1959.

A pretty blonde visitor brings bad news about Little Joe, but not before Hoss literally sweeps her off her feet. Episode #79: The Tin Badge. First air date: 12/17/1961.