The Benji in order

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. 7 films, 8h 18m in all, in release order.

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   Benji

   1974 · 86 min

   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.

   Popcorn Flick
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   For the Love of Benji

   1977 · 85 min

   Benji gets lost after a flight overseas and becomes a stray in Athens, Greece. He then tries everyday to reunite with his family while mysterious people pursue him, in a race to get a code which was secretly tattooed on his paw at the airport. But who are the bad guys and who are the agents that can be trusted? Will Benji and his kids and their nanny ever get to enjoy their vacation?

   Snoozefest
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   Benji's Very Own Christmas Story

   1978 · 25 min

   While on a publicity tour in Switzerland, Benji, Cindy Smith, and Patsy Garrett convince Kris Kringle that his place on Christmas Eve is delivering presents to all "his" families all over the world.

   New
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   Benji (Takes a Dive) at Marineland

   1981 · 30 min

   As the lovable mutt prepares to perform the first SCUBA dive by an animal, a villain attempts to prevent it.

   New
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   Benji the Hunted

   1987 · 88 min

   Benji has become stranded on a remote island after a boating accident. He finds himself struggling to survive in the wilderness, avoiding close encounters with a wolf, a bear, and a territorial female cougar with her cub.

   Popcorn Flick
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   Benji: Off the Leash!

   2004 · 97 min

   Benji and his friends try to save his mother from a puppy mill.

   New
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   Benji

   2018 · 87 min

   Two school kids strike up a friendship with an orphaned puppy named Benji. When danger befalls them and they end up kidnapped by robbers who are in over their heads, Benji and his scruffy sidekick come to the rescue.

   Popcorn Flick