Benji: Off the Leash!.

Name: Benji: Off the Leash!
Genre: Family, Drama, Adventure
Released: 2004-03-26
Duration: 95 min
Cast: Nick Whitaker, Nate Bynum, Chris Kendrick, Randall Newsome, Dane Stevens

A stray finds a reason to be brave.

A resourceful dog, a lonely teenager and an animal-control worker cross paths in a small town. Their choices could help save dogs living under an abusive breeder's care.

34%Tomatometer41 critics · Rotten Tomatoes

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Why it’s a little special

Benji's expressive face carries a rescue story about paying attention to animals and people who need help.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Animal abuse, a cruel parent, threatened euthanasia, family distress and tense rescue scenes.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Joe Camp
Starring: Nick Whitaker, Nate Bynum, Chris Kendrick, Randall Newsome, Dane Stevens, Christy Summerhays, Kathleen Camp, Jeff Olson, Lincoln Hoppe, Joey Miyashima, Scott Wilkinson
Written by: Joe Camp
Produced by: Joe Camp, Margaret Loesch, Phoebe Lewis, Jim Ritchie, Tim Tortora, Roy C. Williams
Release date: March 26, 2004
Runtime: 95 minutes
Genre: Family, Drama, Adventure
Studio: Benji Returns, LLC.
Language: English

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