Benjamin also appeared in the feature films "Captain Ron," "The Mighty Ducks" and "Iron Will." His first television appearance was on the American Playhouse Theatre in "and the earth did not swallow him." In addition, he played the voice of the tin boy in the cartoon "The Little Wizard."

Benjamin, who lives in Plymouth, Minnesota, plays the piano and dances when he is not in front of the cameras. He also plays second base on his Little League team, is a Boy Scout and enjoys computers. His favorite subject in school is social studies because of his interest in politics.