Benji
Benji (portrayed by Benjean) in 1979
First appearance	Benji (1974)
Last appearance	Benji (2018)
Created by	Joe Camp
Portrayed by	Higgins, Benjean, Moochie, Fairfield, Sally Sue, Odola
Voiced by	Chevy Chase (Oh! Heavenly Dog)
In-universe information
Species	Dog
Gender	Male

Benji is a fictional canine character created by Joe Camp. He has been the focus of several feature films and other media, beginning with the independently produced 1974 film. Benji is a small golden mixed-breed dog with a knack for being in the right place at the right time, usually to help someone overcome a problem. The character has been portrayed by several dogs over the years, including Higgins, the veteran animal actor who originated the role.

Filmography

Films

• Benji (1974)
• Hawmps! (1976; cameo)
• For the Love of Benji (1977)
• The Double McGuffin (1979; cameo)
• Oh! Heavenly Dog (1980)
• Benji the Hunted (1987)
• Benji: Off the Leash! (2004)
• Benji (2018)

Television

• Benji's Very Own Christmas Story (1978)
• Benji at Work (1980 - short)
• Benji Takes a Dive at Marineland (1981 - short)
• Benji, Zax & the Alien Prince (1983 - series)

Documentaries

• Benji's Life Story (1976)
• The Phenomenon of Benji (1978)

Video games

• Benji: Space Rescue (1983) for C64

Collections

• Benji's Film Festival (2001)

References

External links

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• Official website