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For the Love of Benji

  • 1977
  • G
  • 1h 25m
IMDb RATING
5.9/10
1.3K
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For the Love of Benji (1977)
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AdventureComedyDramaFamily

Benji sniffs out a bogus CIA agent in Athens, Greece.Benji sniffs out a bogus CIA agent in Athens, Greece.Benji sniffs out a bogus CIA agent in Athens, Greece.

  • Director
    • Joe Camp
  • Writers
    • Joe Camp
    • Ben Vaughn
    • Erwin Hearne
  • Stars
    • Patsy Garrett
    • Benjean
    • Art Vasil
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.9/10
    1.3K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Joe Camp
    • Writers
      • Joe Camp
      • Ben Vaughn
      • Erwin Hearne
    • Stars
      • Patsy Garrett
      • Benjean
      • Art Vasil
    • 17User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
    • 46Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Top cast26

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    Patsy Garrett
    • Mary
    Benjean
    Benjean
    • Benji
    Art Vasil
    • Stelios
    Allen Fiuzat
    • Paul
    Cynthia Smith
    Cynthia Smith
    • Cindy
    Ed Nelson
    Ed Nelson
    • Chandler Dietrich
    Catherine McClenry
    • Airline Representative - U.S.
    Anassis Vassilakidis
    • Ticket Agent
    Dean Goss
    • Man in Line
    Tony Alatis
    • Greek Paging Man
    Kostas Kleftogiannis
    Kostas Kleftogiannis
    • Airline Representative - Crete
    • (as Costas Kleftovannis)
    Michalis Lambrinos
    • Man in Baggage Room
    Peter Bowles
    Peter Bowles
    • Ronald
    Bridget Armstrong
    Bridget Armstrong
    • Elizabeth
    Valerios Megaloikonomov
    • Policeman
    Giorgos Tzifos
    Giorgos Tzifos
    • Sausage Shop Owner
    • (as George Tzifos)
    Giannis Kondoulis
    Giannis Kondoulis
    • Sausage Shop Customer
    • (as Yannis Kontouus)
    Yannis Totsikas
    Yannis Totsikas
    • Butcher
    • Director
      • Joe Camp
    • Writers
      • Joe Camp
      • Ben Vaughn
      • Erwin Hearne
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews17

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    laciefrazee

    Love it, from beginning to end

    This movie is amazing, I really love it. But I have to admit the first Benji is the best because it was so original and sad and has such a great story line to it, but the second one is not far behind it's first. This is the kind of movie, just like the first Benji, that makes you think of things, it makes you stop and forget about all your worries and cares, it lets you just watch the dog and live his life in the movie. I had a tear run down my face when the part came on, when Benji saves Cindy, and those flashbacks he's had. This dog had a real talent in the movies, the way he showed his emotions and just the way he is. This movie leaves a big impacted on you once you see it, it's called the spirit on Benji.
    Op_Prime

    Brings a tear to the eye

    What a great movie. No action, no swearing, no gore, just a wonderful family movie with that lovable dog, Benji. The story seems unlikely and impossible, but who cares? I don't. It makes you appreciate whatever pet you have. Wheter it be a dog, a cat, a bird, a fish, etc. Like other Benji movies, his one is fun to watch and should be seen with the family, including the family pet. Thumbs up!
    10Kelsey Jefferson

    With my Dad.

    My Dad & I went to watch this movie when it first came out we enjoyed it have watched different times since.
    7campo_smokie-citrus

    Cute, Heartwarming Benji!

    We enjoyed this sweet little movie very much. We had not seen the first film so this was our introduction to the Benji saga. It's a typical plot, however unlikely, about spies using Benji to smuggle secrets and the efforts of all concerned to capture him, all taking place in the streets and hillsides of Athens, Greece. Benji is utterly charming. It is a joy to watch him as he makes his rounds and does what needs to be done. Yes, he runs a lot, and very fast for a small dog. What heart Benji has! A true family movie. Benji is adorable in this film. If you like dogs or animal movies and are still a bit young at heart you will enjoy this. As a result of watching "For The Love Of Benji" we will definitely check out the original "Benji" movie, which was a sensation back in the 1970s.
    megawhoosits

    Good, but not as good as the first one

    This movie uses the same plot devices and cinematography as the first one, but it has a lot of long, pointless sequences that make it drag on. The first one had a lot of action/reaction on the part of the dog, in part because the dog was more aware of what was going on. In this one, Benji is part of an intricate plot that not even the audience understands until the end. Obviously Benji acts in ways natural to a dog in a strange place, but he doesn't get much chance for heroics until the very end. All in all, I still like this film, but I just don't like it as much as the original.

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    • Trivia
      According to Peter Bowles' memoirs 'Bridget Armstong' was only cast because the original actress was fired because of her objection to the animal trainer methods.
    • Alternate versions
      When the Doberman chases Benji just after Stelios falls over coming around the corner the music is different on the recent DVD release compared to a British television showing in the mid 90's. The music that was used on the TV version is not to be found on the CD ost, only the replaced music that is on the DVD version.
    • Connections
      Featured in Precious Images (1986)
    • Soundtracks
      Sunshine Smiles
      Music by Euel Box

      Lyrics by Betty Box and Joe Camp

      Performed by Charlie Rich

      courtesy of EPIC Records

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    • Release date
      • June 10, 1977 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • Greek
    • Also known as
      • Benji in Gefahr
    • Filming locations
      • New York City, New York, USA
    • Production company
      • Mulberry Square Productions
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $17,732,000
    • Gross worldwide
      • $17,732,000
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 25m(85 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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