Admiral Benson — Hot Shots! Character Profile

About Admiral Benson

High-ranking naval commander and Topper's superior officer.

Admiral Benson — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Fleet command, Policy enforcement, Mentorship

• Strength: 5/10
• Intelligence: 7.5/10
• Charisma: 7/10
• Morality: 8/10
• Influence: 8.5/10

Character Facts

Played by

Lloyd Bridges

Appears in

Hot Shots! (1991)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Admiral Benson — Power Commander — Topper Harley / Rhett Butler / Superman (Charlie Sheen)

  Admiral Benson holds the highest rank and officially authorizes the combat mission.

• Admiral Benson — Professional Subordinate — Lt. Commander Block (Kevin Dunn)

  Block operates under Benson's command while managing flight operations and pilot assignments.

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