Benson 1979
What is Benson?
The television series "Benson" is a comedy that premiered in 1979. The show revolves around the life of a butler working at the governor's mansion.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 158
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 13, 1979
- Last aired
- Apr 19, 1986
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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The television series "Benson" is a comedy that premiered in 1979. The show revolves around the life of a butler working at the governor's mansion. The series was created by Susan Harris. The main character is portrayed by Robert Guillaume, who plays the role of Benson DuBois. James Noble also stars in the series, playing the character of Eu. The show consists of a significant number of episodes, with 158 being the total count.
Should you watch it?
“A witty butler navigates the daily challenges of working within a busy governor's mansion.”
- humorous character dynamics
- professional workplace setting
- limited premise scope
Watch it if you enjoy classic television comedies centered on domestic and political workplace antics.
The series maintains a lighthearted tone suitable for general audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 24 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Change (Pilot) Sep 13, 1979
- E2 Trust Me Sep 20, 1979
- E3 The President's Double Sep 27, 1979
- E4 Benson in Love Oct 4, 1979
- E5 Conflict of Interest Oct 18, 1979
- E6 The Layoff Oct 25, 1979
- E7 Snowbound Nov 1, 1979
- E8 Jessica Nov 8, 1979
- E9 Don't Quote Me Nov 22, 1979
- E10 War Stories Nov 29, 1979
- E11 Ghost Story Dec 6, 1979
- E12 Taylor's Bid Dec 13, 1979
- E13 One Strike, You're Out Dec 27, 1979
- E14 Just Friends Jan 3, 1980
- E15 Chain of Command Jan 10, 1980
- E16 Bugging the Governor Jan 24, 1980
- E17 Kraus Affair Jan 31, 1980
- E18 Checkmate Feb 7, 1980
- E19 Cold Storage Feb 28, 1980
- E20 Old Man Gatlin' Mar 6, 1980
- E21 Power Play Mar 20, 1980
- E22 Takin' It to the Streets Mar 27, 1980
- E23 The Army Wants You May 1, 1980
- E24 Marcy's Vacation May 8, 1980
Season 2 · 22 episodes
- E1 Thick as Thieves Oct 31, 1980
- E2 Benson in the Hospital Nov 7, 1980
- E3 Fool's Gold Nov 14, 1980
- E4 Masquerade Nov 21, 1980
- E5 First Lady Nov 28, 1980
- E6 Citizen Kraus Dec 12, 1980
- E7 Benson's Groupie Dec 19, 1980
- E8 In High Places Jan 9, 1981
- E9 Old School Ties Jan 16, 1981
- E10 The Apartment Jan 23, 1981
- E11 Big Buddy Feb 6, 1981
- E12 Fireside Chat Feb 13, 1981
- E13 Marcy's Wedding Feb 20, 1981
- E14 Rivals Feb 27, 1981
- E15 No Sad Songs Mar 6, 1981
- E16 Clayton, Go Home Mar 13, 1981
- E17 Easy Kid Stuff Mar 20, 1981
- E18 Homework Apr 3, 1981
- E19 Handwriting on the Wall Apr 10, 1981
- E20 The Governor's House Call May 8, 1981
- E21 All Shook Up May 15, 1981
- E22 Lifesaver May 22, 1981
Season 3 · 22 episodes
- E1 Benson's Appointment Nov 6, 1981
- E2 The Grass Ain't Greener Nov 13, 1981
- E3 Sit-In Nov 27, 1981
- E4 Double Exposure Dec 4, 1981
- E5 The Lobbyist Dec 11, 1981
- E6 Stress Dec 18, 1981
- E7 Rainbow's End Dec 25, 1981
- E8 Once in a Blue Moon Jan 8, 1982
- E9 Kraus Falls in Love Jan 15, 1982
- E10 Stocks & Options Jan 22, 1982
- E11 Kraus's Deadly Mistake Feb 5, 1982
- E12 Wild Irish Rose Feb 12, 1982
- E13 Street Gangs Feb 19, 1982
- E14 Katie's Romance Feb 26, 1982
- E15 Clayton's Condo Mar 5, 1982
- E16 Getting Even Mar 12, 1982
- E17 Pete the Hero Mar 19, 1982
- E18 In the Red Mar 26, 1982
- E19 Teed Off Apr 2, 1982
- E20 The Party's Over Apr 30, 1982
- E21 The Lumber Mill May 7, 1982
- E22 Black Tuesday May 14, 1982
Season 4 · 22 episodes
- E1 Death in a Funny Position (1) Oct 22, 1982
- E2 Death in a Funny Position (2) Oct 22, 1982
- E3 What a Revoltin' Development Oct 29, 1982
- E4 Thy Brother's Keeper Nov 5, 1982
- E5 Quest for Retire Nov 12, 1982
- E6 Teacher's Pest Nov 19, 1982
- E7 Benson's Army Reunion Nov 26, 1982
- E8 Benson's New Home Dec 3, 1982
- E9 Crimes of the Hearth Dec 10, 1982
- E10 Mary and Her Lambs Dec 17, 1982
- E11 Pen Pal Dec 31, 1982
- E12 The Honeymooners Jan 7, 1983
- E13 Close Encounters on the Third Hole Jan 14, 1983
- E14 Katie's Boyfriend Jan 21, 1983
- E15 The Royal Painting Jan 28, 1983
- E16 Boy's Night Out Feb 4, 1983
- E17 Family Tree Feb 18, 1983
- E18 Calamity Kraus Feb 25, 1983
- E19 Kraus Sings the Blues Mar 4, 1983
- E20 Half-Court Trap Mar 11, 1983
- E21 A View From the Roof Mar 18, 1983
- E22 Love in a Funny Phase Mar 31, 1983
Season 5 · 22 episodes
- E1 Band of Gold Sep 16, 1983
- E2 Human Element Sep 23, 1983
- E3 God, I Need This Job Sep 30, 1983
- E4 Who's Arnold? Oct 7, 1983
- E5 Full Court Press Oct 21, 1983
- E6 Down the Drain Oct 28, 1983
- E7 It Ain't Sheik Nov 4, 1983
- E8 You Can't Give It Away Nov 11, 1983
- E9 Katie's Cookies Nov 18, 1983
- E10 Labor Pains Nov 25, 1983
- E11 Unlisted Love Dec 2, 1983
- E12 The Governor's Brain is Missing Dec 16, 1983
- E13 A Real Gone Daddy Dec 23, 1983
- E14 Too Pooped to Pip Jan 6, 1984
- E15 In All the Wrong Places Jan 13, 1984
- E16 Embarrassing Moments Jan 20, 1984
- E17 Take My Life, Please Jan 27, 1984
- E18 Beauty and the Beef Feb 3, 1984
- E19 We Deliver Feb 24, 1984
- E20 The Endicott Dynasty Mar 2, 1984
- E21 The Little Hotel That Could Mar 9, 1984
- E22 Let's Play Doctor May 4, 1984
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of the show?
The series follows a butler as he manages life and work at a governor's mansion.
What is the setting?
The primary setting is the governor's mansion.
What kind of show is this?
It is a television sitcom.
Who is the main character?
The main character is a butler.
Is it a workplace comedy?
Yes, the series focuses on the professional life of a butler in a government residence.