Gentle Ben (TV Series)

Aroview: Based on the children's novel of the same name, Gentle Ben follows the adventures in the Florida Everglades of a game warden, Tom Wedloe (Dennis Weaver), his wife Ellen (Beth Brickell), their son Mark (Clint Howard), and Mark's tame bear Ben.

A big bear in the family means bigger mischief for young Mark, his park ranger father, Tom, and a stream of unusual characters who bring thrilling adventure and suspenseful drama to town. A charming American tale of life outdoors. Series guest stars include Burt Reynolds and Ron Howard.