Ben (film)

Ben is a 1972 American horror film about a young boy and his pet rat, Ben. The film is a sequel to the film Willard (1971). The theme song, "Ben", is performed by singer Michael Jackson. It was also included on his 1972 album of the same title.
 * Directed by Phil Karlson. Produced by Mort Briskin.

Where "WILLARD" ended... BEN begins. And this time, he's not alone!

Danny Garrison

 * [sings] Start the day, you've been asleep too long. Start the day and sing a happy song. Smile, smile at everyone you meet and dance your way down each street.' Oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oom pa pa. Oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oompa oom oom oom oom pa. Start the day, it's time to rise and shine. Off we go, the world is looking fine. Get dressed up, put on your Sunday best. Tomorrow you all can rest.


 * [in tears, as Michael Jackson sings "Ben's Song" in the score] You'll get well, Ben, and I'll get well. We'll get well, Ben. [places Ben on a handkerchief] We'll get well, Ben. No one's gonna hurt one of my friends. No, sir. [gets out first aid kit, takes a cotton swab and gently rubs Ben's wound] It's okay. [Ben squeaks] You're the only friend I have. I love you, Ben.

Dialogue

 * Henry Gray: [as Ben and his swarm of rats attack him] Hey! They're biting me! They're biting me! Mother! Mother! Mother! Mother!
 * Danny Garrison: You shouldn't pick on people.

Taglines

 * Where "WILLARD" ended... BEN begins. And this time, he's not alone!
 * For the Summer of '72
 * Teamed up to Tear 'em up! [poster for double-feature pairing "Willard" and "Ben"]

Cast

 * Lee Harcourt Montgomery as Danny Garrison
 * Joseph Campanella as Cliff Kirtland
 * Arthur O'Connell as Billy Hatfield
 * Rosemary Murphy as Beth Garrison
 * Meredith Baxter as Eve Garrison
 * Kaz Garas as Joe Greer
 * Paul Carr as Kelly
 * Richard Van Vleet as Reade
 * Kenneth Tobey as Engineer
 * James Luisi as Ed
 * Lee Paul as Carey
 * Norman Alden as Policeman
 * Scott Garrett as Henry Gray
 * Arlen Stuart as Mrs. Gray
 * Ric Drasin as George
 * Bruce Davison as Willard Stiles (archive footage)
 * Ben Crowe as Himself
 * St. Benjamin as The Baller