Ben (1972)

Synopsis of Ben

This sequel to the rampaging-rodent chiller Willard stars Lee H. Montgomery as young Danny Garrison, a neglected kid who finds a new little friend in Ben -- an intelligent rat whose furry minions managed to slaughter most of the cast of the previous film. Proving that one can't teach an old rat new tricks -- just variations on the old ones -- Ben displays his affection for Danny by directing his posse to off anyone who torments him... in the sweetest possible way, of course, since this is a PG-rated endeavor. This film's reputation was secured primarily by the inclusion of Michael Jackson's saccharine title tune, which seems to resonate more profoundly when regarded as a love song for a big greasy rat. ~ Cavett Binion, Rovi

Director(s):

Phil Karlson

Writer(s):

Gilbert A. Ralston

Producer(s):

Bing Crosby, Joel Briskin, Charles A. Pratt

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

PG(Suitable for Children, Not For Children, Violence, Gore, Graphic Violence)

• 1972 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Original Song
• 1972 - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Best Original Song

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