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Benson

Benson DuBois, a former butler, rises to prominence, serving as director of household affairs, state budget director, lieutenant governor, and eventually, a candidate for the top executive office.

A witty and intelligent butler from the TV series "Soap" is sent to the West to serve a struggling politician, Governor Gene Gatling. Despite initial opposition, the butler's sharp wit and intelligence win the Governor's trust, leading to his election as Lieutenant Governor.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Pilot

1. Pilot

Aired: Sep 13, 1979

The Governor seeks guidance from Benson as he settles into his lavish new hom...

Episode 2 Trust Me

2. Trust Me

Aired: Sep 20, 1979

Katie concocts a plan to sneak into a KISS concert by hiding her true intenti...

Episode 4 Benson in Love

4. Benson in Love

Aired: Oct 4, 1979

The detective's marriage proposal is met with uncertainty by a prominent gove...

Episode 5 Conflict of Interest

5. Conflict of Interest

Aired: Oct 18, 1979

A powerful leader faces a difficult choice between fulfilling his public obli...

Episode 6 The Layoff

6. The Layoff

Aired: Oct 25, 1979

A severe budget crisis forces Benson to confront a heart-wrenching dilemma, t...

Episode 7 Snowbound

7. Snowbound

Aired: Nov 1, 1979

As a fierce snowstorm hits, a group of officials, headed by the governor, fin...

Episode 8 Jessica

8. Jessica

Aired: Nov 8, 1979

A noble's visit to the state takes a dramatic turn when he meets Jessica Tate...

Episode 9 Don't Quote Me

9. Don't Quote Me

Aired: Nov 22, 1979

A trusted ally's dark secrets are revealed, plunging the governor's office in...

Episode 10 War Stories

10. War Stories

Aired: Nov 29, 1979

A mysterious figure from Benson's past enters Marcy's life, sparking a romant...

Episode 11 Ghost Story

11. Ghost Story

Aired: Dec 6, 1979

Mysterious occurrences start to haunt the governor, his loved ones, and emplo...

Episode 12 Taylor's Bid

12. Taylor's Bid

Aired: Dec 13, 1979

Taylor's political aspirations take an unexpected turn as he declines a covet...

Episode 14 Just Friends

14. Just Friends

Aired: Jan 3, 1980

The governor makes a bid to lure a prosperous entrepreneur to his city, but B...

Episode 15 Chain of Command

15. Chain of Command

Aired: Jan 10, 1980

The Lieutenant Governor steps in to lead the Governor's office after Governor...

Episode 16 Bugging the Governor

16. Bugging the Governor

Aired: Jan 24, 1980

A high-stakes plot unfolds as a breach in the governor's mansion surveillance...

Episode 17 Kraus Affair

17. Kraus Affair

Aired: Jan 31, 1980

The butcher's destiny takes a surprising twist as Kraus discovers a newfound ...

Episode 18 Checkmate

18. Checkmate

Aired: Feb 7, 1980

A young Russian chess genius flees to the governor's residence, pleading with...

Episode 19 Cold Storage

19. Cold Storage

Aired: Feb 28, 1980

Benson and Kraus find themselves trapped in a dark and claustrophobic basemen...

Episode 20 Old Man Gatlin'

20. Old Man Gatlin'

Aired: Mar 6, 1980

The Governor's father makes an unexpected visit, offering his unwelcome opini...

Episode 21 Power Play

21. Power Play

Aired: Mar 20, 1980

A passionate advocate for environmental protection takes a bold stance by sei...

Episode 23 The Army Wants You

23. The Army Wants You

Aired: May 1, 1980

Benson's military history is rocked by a shocking discovery, suggesting he ma...

Episode 24 Marcy's Vacation

24. Marcy's Vacation

Aired: May 8, 1980

As Marcy's workload becomes overwhelming, she must decide whether to take a m...

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Info about Benson

Seasons: 7

Current Status: Ended

Network: ABC

Genres:Comedy, Family