Benson

American television sitcom

Started: September 13, 1979
Ended: April 19, 1986
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Creator: Susan Harris
Network: American Broadcasting Company
Seasons: 7
Episodes: 158
Cast: Robert Guillaume
, James Noble
, Inga Swenson
, Missy Gold
+6 more
Genre: sitcom

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Benson is an American television sitcom that originally ran on ABC for seven seasons, from September 13, 1979, to April 19, 1986. The show stars Robert Guillaume in the title role of Benson DuBois, the head of the household for Governor Eugene X. Gatling, played by James Noble. The show focused on the conflicts and relationships within the Governor's household, with Benson generally providing the sarcastic voice of reason. Inga Swenson, Missy Gold, Didi Conn, Ethan Phillips, and René Auberjonois all played long-term supporting roles.

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