Peter Benson

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Characters played by Peter Benson

Greg Halpern — Infidelity in Suburbia (2017)

Greg Halpern is Laura Halpern's husband and Jamie Halpern's father. He is frequently away sailing or working, contributing to Laura's dissatisfaction and emotional distance in their marriage. Greg criticizes Laura's caution about Jamie's safety, while Laura becomes suspicious of his relationship with his assistant, Hanna Jonkins.

Detective Arthur Smith — A Bundle of Trouble: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery (2017)

Detective Arthur Smith participates in questioning how the baby was concealed from relatives and why Regina Walker would leave the child behind.

Arthur Smith — A Bone to Pick: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery (2015)

Arthur is the investigator who examines the neighborhood break-ins and concludes that the intruder is searching for a sizable hidden object rather than merely vandalizing homes. He warns Aurora to stay away from the house until daylight, creating tension with her determination to investigate.

Bruce — Dead Rising: Watchtower (2015)

Local survivor, assists in gathering resources and defending against zombies.

Otto Croft — My Husband's Deadly Past (2020)

Otto is Karen's husband and Jordan's father, whose work involves hypnotic suggestions. He tells authorities that Karen had a psychotic break and provides a recording that appears to implicate her in Gina's death. Karen suspects he manipulated her memories and actions, concealed Gina's fatal injury, and is trying to frame her.

Ben Morgan — Love and Sunshine (2019)

Ben Morgan is the person to whom a design is intended to be presented for consideration.

Brad Thompson — Falling for Vermont (2017)

A professional associate of Angela Young who speaks with her before her trip to Los Angeles. When Angela remains unreachable, he initially assumes she is simply taking time away, but her prolonged absence becomes increasingly concerning.

Brett Bishop — Christmas List (2016)

Isobel’s new boyfriend accompanies her to the Christmas destination, although he would rather spend the season in Hawaii. After Isobel becomes disappointed with how the holiday unfolds, she asks him to leave with her, and they prepare to return to California.

Matt — A Bride for Christmas (2012)

Matt is a friend who discusses Jessie’s reputation and Aiden’s interest in her. He encourages Aiden to pursue a relationship with Jessie, helping motivate Aiden’s efforts to spend time with her. His role is supportive, advising Aiden as the new romance develops.

Al Winslow — Mystery 101: Deadly History (2021)

Amy's uncle whose disappearance sparks the New York mystery investigation.

Mike Thurman — Chronicle Mysteries: The Wrong Man (2019)

Key figure connected to the shipping company's shady mishaps and lawyer's death.

James — Big Sky River: The Bridal Path (2023)

Boone's son, navigates teenage challenges while adjusting to blended family dynamics.

Career Overview

Peter Benson has 134 screen credits in a career dating back to 1997. Their work spans 14 cinematic universes — most prominently Hannah Swensen Mysteries Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Infidelity in Suburbia, My Husband's Deadly Past, Seasoned With Love. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
134
Birth Place
Canada

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 14 universes

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