Benji (Benji - 1974)

Benji didn't need a fancy breed, a giant body, or a human sidekick doing all the work. He was a scruffy little stray with a huge personality and enough courage to become the hero of his own movie. In the original Benji, he helps save two kidnapped children, proving that being underestimated can be a serious advantage. His expressive face and street-smart instincts made him easy to root for. Unlike Beethoven's chaos or Air Bud's athletic tricks, Benji's appeal comes from his resourcefulness and determination. He's the little guy taking on the big dogs. But can his old-school charm compete with the nostalgia power of Marley, Toto, and Lassie?