Richard Benjamin

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Characters played by Richard Benjamin

Peter Martin — Westworld (1973)

Wealthy guest visiting the Westworld park, experiences android malfunctions.

Maj. Danby — Catch-22 (1970)

Squadron operations officer who provides absurd motivational speeches before bombing runs. He later assists Yossarian by revealing that Captain Orr's repeated crashes were actually a calculated ruse to practice and plan his own escape to Sweden.

Ken — Deconstructing Harry (1997)

One of Harry’s fictional creations, encountered during Harry’s journey to the university. Along with Helen, Ken forces Harry to confront painful truths about his life. He is also the character in Harry’s novel who has an affair with Leslie, a plot that prompts Lucy to recognize the story as a disguised account of her relationship with Harry.

Tom Parkman — The Last of Sheila (1973)

Tom Parkman is a screenwriter and Lee Parkman's husband who participates in Clinton Greene's gossip game. He conceals both his past encounter with Clinton and his role as a hit-and-run killer, then murders Clinton, frames Lee, and stages her death to inherit her estate. He is ultimately exposed and blackmailed by Christine and Philip Dexter.

Stuart Selsome — Scavenger Hunt (1979)

Stuart Selsome is Mildred Carruthers's attorney and a member of her scavenger-hunt team with Georgie Carruthers. He helps pursue a stuffed bear, a heavy safe, and false teeth, is beaten by a motorcycle gang, and later participates in stealing items from rival teams.

John — Saturday the 14th (1981)

The patriarch of the Hyatt family. Initially oblivious to the supernatural occurrences in their inherited home, he focuses on practical matters like hiring an exterminator, unaware of the occult threat he is enabling. Survives the initial haunting and relocates to a new home after the crisis.

Ben Feld — Marci X (2003)

Owner of Felony Assault records and Marci's father. His stress-induced heart attack, triggered by the controversy surrounding Dr. S's music, serves as the catalyst for the plot.

Albert — How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980)

A veterinarian and Louise's husband who financially supports her failing antiques store and initially considers legal action for bankruptcy before reconciling with her.

Dr. Norman Solomon — House Calls (1978)

Charley's pal and fellow doctor, Norman recognizes that the hospital's leadership problem requires action. He shares Charley's concern about Willoughby's incompetence, although Charley ultimately agrees to nominate Willoughby for another term because the older doctor has leverage over him.

Gary Webber — Packin' It In (1983)

Central protagonist and head of the Webber family, leading the decision to relocate to Oregon. Portrayed by Richard Benjamin.

Press Secretary Bunthorne — First Family (1980)

A key member of the President's eccentric staff, serving as the administration's press secretary and handling media relations during the diplomatic crisis.

William Alren — The Marriage of a Young Stockbroker (1971)

The protagonist whose marriage to Lisa is crumbling. He quits his career as a stockbroker to pursue voyeurism full-time, engaging in extra-marital affairs to supposedly spice up their relationship. He ultimately reunites with Lisa at the film's conclusion.

Career Overview

Richard Benjamin has 67 screen credits in a career dating back to 1961. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Saturday the 14th with 1 titles. Signature works include Westworld, The Last of Sheila, Catch-22. 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
67
Birth Date
1938-05-22
Birth Place
New York City, New York, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q495813), public domain (CC0).