| Benjamin Marshall | |
|---|---|
| Shortland Street character | |
| Portrayed by | Graham Puddle |
| Introduced by | Brian Lenanne |
| Duration | 1993–2005 |
| First appearance | 1993 |
| Last appearance | September 2005 |
| Classification | Former; recurring |
Dr. Benjamin Marshall was a long running extra who was for several years, one of the show's longest running characters. Benjamin appeared in several notable scenes including the 1996 earthquake, Michael McKenna's (Paul Gittins) wake and Kirsty Knight's (Angela Dotchin) final scene. The character received a cult following and received lines after being requested by fans.
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