Benji (1974)

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An instant family classic, Benji is shot mostly from the a dog's-eye view , adding even more characterization to a title character well-played by canine veteran Higgins. Benji is an intelligent homeless mutt adopted by a loving family; when the kids are kidnapped, it's the little dog to the rescue in the best tradition of bigger doggie heroes like Rin Tin Tin and Lassie. Believe it or not, Higgins really acts; his captivating performance and the simple, straightforward telling of the story makes for all-around family fun. A sequel didn't fare as well, but the original Benji is still a furry favorite. ~ Don Kaye, Rovi

Starring:: Patsy Garrett, Allen Fiuzat, (more)

Director(s):: Joe Camp

Theatrical MPAA Rating:: G

Format(s):: DVD
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Synopsis of Benji

Theatrical Feature Running Time:: 87 mins

Complete Cast of Benji

Patsy Garrett - Mary
Cynthia Smith - Cindy
Edgar Buchanan - Bill
Ed DeLatte - Bob Fielding
Joe Camp - Newspaper Boy
Ben Vaughn - Man
Victor Raider-Wexler - Payton Murrah
Tom Lester - Riley
Frances Bavier - Lady With Cat
Deborah Walley - Linda
Mark Slade - Mitch
Herb Vigran - Lt. Samuels

Allen Fiuzat - Paul
Peter Breck - Dr. Chapman
J.D. Young - Second Policeman
Don Puckett - Plainclothesman
Higgins the Dog - Benji
Erwin Hearne - Mr. Harvey
Larry Swartz - Floyd
Christopher Connelly - Henry
Terry Carter - Officer Tuttle
Katie Hearne - Mrs. Harvey
Charles Starkey - Custodian
Robert Thomas - Second Custodian

Director(s):: Joe Camp

Writer(s):: Joe Camp

Producer(s):: Joe Camp, Harland Wright

Theatrical MPAA Rating:: G(Excellent For Children, Child Classic)

Categories:: Action / Adventure, Family & Kids

Benji Awards:

1974 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Original Song
1974 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Original Song

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	Sharon M.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

This movie is a tried-and-true classic. I have excellent memories of this as a child and as an adult seeing it again it met all of my expectations again. I rented it for my 12 and 10 year old kids to see and they loved it too. This is a timeless family keepsake movie.

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	Linda G.

3 out of 4 people found this review helpful

Benji is sooooooooo expressive and lovable. Dogs have peoved several times that they are capable of saving their masters and doing extrordinary things for those that they love. Great story and the acting was good especially by Benji.