Benji (1974)
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86% of critics liked it
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48% of users liked it
(33,632 ratings)
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… More 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
- Directed By
- Joe Camp, Chike and Coodle
- Written By
- Joe Camp
- Genres
- Documentary, Action & Adventure, Kids & Family
G,
- In Theaters
- Oct 17, 1974 Limited
- On DVD
- Aug 17, 2004
- Studio
- E1 Entertainment
Critic Reviews
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Elliot Panek, Common Sense Media
Adorable dog saves the day in '70s classic.
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Steve Crum, Video-Reviewmaster.com
Delightful family comedy starring the cuddly dog star.
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Cast
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Patsy Garrett
as Mary
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Allen Fiuzat
as Paul
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Cynthia Smith
as Cindy
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Peter Breck
as Dr. Chapman
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Edgar Buchanan
as Bill
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Frances Bavier
as Lady With Cat
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Terry Carter
as Officer Tuttle
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Christopher Connelly
as Henry
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Tom Lester
as Riley
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Mark Slade
as Mitch
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Larry Swartz
as Floyd
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Herb Vigran
as Lt. Samuels
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Deborah Walley
as Linda
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J.D. Young
as Second Policeman
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Joe Camp
as Newspaper Boy
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Ben Vaughn
as Man
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Victor Raider-Wexler
as Payton Murrah
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Ed DeLatte
as Bob Fielding
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Erwin Hearne
as Mr. Harvey
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Katie Hearne
as Mrs. Harvey
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Don Puckett
as Plainclothesman
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Charles Starkey
as Custodian
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Higgins the Dog
as Benji
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Robert Thomas
as Second Custodian
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