Benji (1974)

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Audience Score
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G 1 hr 26 minOct 17th, 1974Family, Adventure, RomanceThe Benji Collection PosterPart of The Benji Collection
Benji is a stray who has nonetheless worked his way into the hearts of a number of the townspeople, who give him food and attention whenever he stops by. His particular favorites are a pair of children who feed and play with him against the wishes of their parents. When the children are kidnapped, however, the parents and the police are at a loss to find them. Only Benji can track them down, but will he be in time? If he can save the day, he may just find the permanent home he's been longing for.
StarringPatsy GarrettAllen FiuzatCynthia Smith
DirectorJoe Camp
WriterJoe Camp

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:October 17th, 1974
On DVD & Blu-ray:February 16th, 1999 - Buy DVD
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Ed Vanston
Production Companies:Mulberry Square Productions
Benji on the Web:Official Website
Movie Tags:
doghostagerescuepetsdog heroaffectionanimal actorbenji

The Benji Collection

Benji is the name of a dog who has been the focus of several movies from 1974 through the 2000s. It is also the title of the first film in the Benji franchise. The eponymous canine character is a small, lovable mixed-breed dog with an uncanny knack for being in the right place at the right time, usually to help someone overcome a problem. Joe Camp is the creator and director of the Benji films. The first dog to play Benji was a shelter dog named Higgins, trained by Frank Inn. Later, Higgins' offspring Benjean took over the role for a few films.