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Ben Cafferty is a fictional character portrayed by Kevin Dunn in the TV series Veep.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Midterms (season 2), they were 56 years old.
They appear in 54 episodes out of a total of 65 aired and have accumulated 1406 positive votes.
The character of Ben Cafferty is mainly associated with Selina Meyer, Gary Walsh and Mike McLintock.

Ben Cafferty

by Kevin Dunn

character

Episodes54

  • 7.8
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    Midterms

    episode S2.E1 april 2013
    During midterms, Selina tries to secure a more powerful role, while the arrival of Kent Davison shakes up the entire staff.
  • 8.1
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    Hostages

    episode S2.E3 april 2013
    Selina and Secretary of Defense Maddox clash over the hostage crisis, while Sue testifies to congress.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Helsinki

    episode S2.E5 may 2013
    As the song makes Selina's trip to Helsinki more difficult than expected, the White House erupts over a rumor.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Andrew

    episode S2.E6 may 2013
    Selina attempts to finalize a budget deal while simultaneously dealing with rumors about her family image.
  • 7.6
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    Shutdown

    episode S2.E7 june 2013
    With D.C. in the midst of a government shutdown, Selina is forced to furlough some of her staff. A damaging story leaks about Selina's ex-husband Andrew; Danny Chung takes advantage of the shutdown; Gary and Jonah go on a run to retrieve Selina's trash.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Running

    episode S2.E9 june 2013
    Undeterred by a message that POTUS wants Selina to limit her public appearances, the Veep continues her plans. Dan attempts to play both sides of the Selina/Danny Chung rivalry.
  • 8.7
    /10

    D.C.

    episode S2.E10 june 2013
    (Season Two Finale) With the administration in full crisis mode and Selina's future in doubt, the entire staff goes on frenzied job hunt.
  • 8
    /10

    Some New Beginnings

    episode S3.E1 april 2014
    During her book signing tour for her new autobiography "Some New Beginnings," Selena receives some interesting news. Meanwhile, Mike is getting married, and Amy and Dan fight over a coveted promotion.
  • 7.9
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    The Choice

    episode S3.E2 april 2014
    Following POTUS' new stance on abortion, Selina is forced to reconsider hers. Jonah starts a consulting firm outlet called Ryantology. Kent flirts with Sue.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Alicia

    episode S3.E3 april 2014
    While Selina and her staff prepare for an Annapolis event where she will announce her candidacy, Dan gets word that SNL has done a not-so-flattering sketch on the Veep.
  • 8.1
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    Clovis

    episode S3.E4 april 2014
    On a fundraising trip in Silicon Valley, Selina is challenged by an anti-fracking mom and visits the campus of Clovis, a tech company with an ambitious young CEO. Back in D.C., Jonah makes a crude viral video of the Selina/mom encounter; and with Ben's help Dan gets an idea for a rumor he can spread against Chung.
  • 8
    /10

    Fishing

    episode S3.E5 may 2014
    As Amy and Dan vie for position as Selina's campaign manager, Ben arranges a secret lunch for the Veep with hotshot strategist Bill Ericsson. Meanwhile, Mike tries to maintain his strict fertility schedule; Jonah is offered a job on Maddox's team; and Gary's mysterious shoulder pain threatens his job. Later, Maddox invites Selina to his country house; and Amy has a dinner party with the staff as part of her pitch.
  • 8
    /10

    Detroit

    episode S3.E6 may 2014
    At an economic summit in Detroit, Selina's staff and her family are peeved by the presence of her new personal trainer, Ray. Meanwhile, Jonah and Mike negotiate a photo-op with Selina and Maddox. Later, Catherine protects her mom from a protestor, and Selina attends a women's gun show.
  • 8.3
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    Special Relationship

    episode S3.E7 may 2014
    Crossover episode with Armando Iannucci's previous political sitcom The Thick of It.
  • 8.7
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    Debate

    episode S3.E8 june 2014
    As the candidates of the party kick off their first debate, some prove more nefarious than their appearance, while other crack under the pressure.
  • 8.8
    /10

    Crate

    episode S3.E9 june 2014
    Thornhill is ahead in the polls, so Selina and her staff discuss how to make her more folksy. Needing a job, Jonah meets with Bill Ericsson, then asks his mom to contact his influential Uncle Jeff. Selina endures an interview with pretentious journalist Quincy Carter.
  • 8.4
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    New Hampshire

    episode S3.E10 june 2014
    Season Three Finale. Three days before the New Hampshire primary, Selina and her staff juggle her multiple official obligations and campaign appearances.
  • 8.3
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    Joint Session

    episode S4.E1 april 2015
    Selina's staff frantically works on her first major speech as president; Gary questions his worth.
  • 8.2
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    East Wing

    episode S4.E2 april 2015
    The President's staff prepares for her state visit with the Israeli Prime Minister.
  • 8
    /10

    Data

    episode S4.E3 april 2015
    Selina's team tries to find a scapegoat; Catherine wants to support an anti-bullying campaign.
  • 8.1
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    Tehran

    episode S4.E4 may 2015
    President Meyer travels to Iran, where an American reporter is being detained.
  • 8.7
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    Convention

    episode S4.E5 may 2015
    Selina and her staff scramble to avert a major internal crisis; Amy is angry with a new advisor.
  • 7.9
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    Storms and Pancakes

    episode S4.E6 may 2015
    Selina is annoyed by the press' reaction to her running mate's charm.
  • 8
    /10

    Mommy Meyer

    episode S4.E7 may 2015
    The President is shaken by a dramatic incident at the White House.
  • 8.3
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    B/ill

    episode S4.E8 may 2015
    Gary sets up a secret meeting with Dan and Amy to persuade them to lobby against Selina's bill.
  • 8.9
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    Testimony

    episode S4.E9 june 2015
    Members of Selina's staff testify before a congressional committee.
  • 8.9
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    Election Night

    episode S4.E10 june 2015
    Selina and her staff find their nerves growing frayed as each state result is called.
  • 8.4
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    Morning After

    episode S5.E1 april 2016
    On the day after the election, Selina sees a possible road to victory, Senator James gets a new role, Mike prepares for a new addition to his family, and Dan considers his career options.
  • 8.1
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    Nev-AD-a

    episode S5.E2 may 2016
    While Amy, Dan, Jonah and Richard lead the Nevada recount effort, Mike begins a new diet, Kent tries to figure out how old Sue is, and Selina meets a billionaire banker.
  • 8.3
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    The Eagle

    episode S5.E3 may 2016
    A sensitive tweet posted accidentally by Selina causes chaos for the team.
  • 9
    /10

    Mother

    episode S5.E4 may 2016
    Selina is forced to put her campaign on hold when her mother suffers a stroke.
  • 8
    /10

    Thanksgiving

    episode S5.E5 may 2016
    As Thanksgiving arrives, a new crisis hits the team, with Selina left unable to fulfill her duties. Meanwhile, Dan takes on a new role, and Jonah receives exciting news.
  • 8.7
    /10

    C**tgate

    episode S5.E6 may 2016
    As the country faces a massive financial crisis, Selina must make an important decision. Meanwhile, Jonah campaigns in New Hampshire and Amy is asked to find the source of disparaging comments made about Selina.
  • 8.7
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    Congressional Ball

    episode S5.E7 june 2016
    Selina's plan to lobby votes at the annual White House Congressional Ball goes awry, while Dan tries to save Jonah's disastrous campaign.
  • 8.7
    /10

    Camp David

    episode S5.E8 june 2016
    Selina takes Catherine to Camp David, ostensibly for a family Christmas celebration, but also to conduct secret talks with the Chinese government. Meanwhile, Amy and Dan try to help Jonah win as his election campaign reaches its conclusion.
  • 9.2
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    Kissing Your Sister

    episode S5.E9 june 2016
    As Catherine's documentary is completed, Congress decides who will be President.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Inauguration

    episode S5.E10 june 2016
    Selina and her staff prepare for Inauguration Day.
  • 7.5
    /10

    Omaha

    episode S6.E1 april 2017
    One year after losing the presidency, Selina attempts to secure her legacy, Dan tries to ingratiate himself at his new job, and Amy's brash D.C.-style personality proves too much for her new co-workers.
  • 8
    /10

    Library

    episode S6.E2 april 2017
    A visit to former President Hughes' library sparks Selina's imagination, Jonah gets advice on how to rise in the political ranks, Dan experiences friction at work, and Amy tries to adjust to her new role.
  • 8
    /10

    Georgia

    episode S6.E3 april 2017
    Selina and her team travel to Georgia to oversee the country's first free democratic election.
  • 7.9
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    Justice

    episode S6.E4 may 2017
    Selina and her team attend the funeral of a Supreme Court Justice, Amy works on securing a location for Selina's library, while Dan tries to maintain his upswing with his co-host.
  • 8
    /10

    Chicklet

    episode S6.E5 may 2017
    Having settled on a location for her presidential library, Selina and Mike get to work on her book. Meanwhile, Dan lands in a gossip column.
  • 7.9
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    Qatar

    episode S6.E6 may 2017
    Selina travels to Qatar and finds an opportunity to redeem her past blunders, Jonah has a productive dinner with an old foe, and Dan receives an unexpected visit.
  • 8.1
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    Blurb

    episode S6.E7 may 2017
    While her staff prepares for her portrait unveiling, Selina and Mike try to finish her book.
  • 7.8
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    Judge

    episode S6.E8 june 2017
    Selina and her team travel south for Gary's 40th birthday party, Dan is forced to arrange an interview with Jonah, while Mike's incompetence sends him and Amy on a wild goose chase.
  • 8.2
    /10

    A Woman First

    episode S6.E9 june 2017
    Selina's book finally arrives, but her legacy is almost immediately under threat by the publication of Mike's diary; meanwhile, both Dan and Jonah experience their own troubles.
  • 8.4
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    Groundbreaking

    episode S6.E10 june 2017
    Selina and her team prepare for the long awaited opening of her library, which is unsurprisingly beset by complications.
  • 8.5
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    Iowa

    episode S7.E1 march 2019
    Selina evaluates her past and present campaigns; Jonah's personal life sparks interest among the press; Amy makes an important decision.
  • 8
    /10

    Discovery Weekend

    episode S7.E2 april 2019
    At an Aspen retreat for rich donors, Selina deals with potential adversaries and allies; Amy's behavior raises Gary's suspicions.
  • 8.2
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    Pledge

    episode S7.E3 april 2019
    In the run-up to the first debate, Selina makes a novel campaign proposal; Jonah's comments create blowback; Dan and Amy take a road trip.
  • 8.3
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    South Carolina

    episode S7.E4 april 2019
    Selina and team head to South Carolina, where she seeks an endorsement from a key leader. Gary gets a long-awaited promotion, while Marjorie excels in her new role.
  • 8.2
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    Super Tuesday

    episode S7.E5 april 2019
    Facing increased scrutiny heading into Super Tuesday, Selina visits Mike to deflect attention from Andrew's legal troubles; Jonah and Amy ramp up their anti-Selina campaign rhetoric; Dan attempts to exploit Richard.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Oslo

    episode S7.E6 may 2019
    Selina tries to arrange a meeting via her Finnish contact, Minna; Gary helps Catherine plan a big event; Jonah and Amy push an anti-vaccination message in Pennsylvania; Mike finds a new home; Richard may have an enemy.
  • 9.3
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    Veep

    episode S7.E7 may 2019
    The nominating fight between Selina and her rivals reaches its climax, as their race comes to a historic finish.

Best moments10

  • 8.9
    /10
    8% of the votes

    Testimony

    episode S4.E9 june 2015
    Members of Selina's staff testify before a congressional committee.
  • 8.1
    /10
    8% of the votes

    Tehran

    episode S4.E4 may 2015
    President Meyer travels to Iran, where an American reporter is being detained.
  • 8
    /10
    7% of the votes

    Data

    episode S4.E3 april 2015
    Selina's team tries to find a scapegoat; Catherine wants to support an anti-bullying campaign.
  • 8.4
    /10
    4% of the votes

    New Hampshire

    episode S3.E10 june 2014
    Season Three Finale. Three days before the New Hampshire primary, Selina and her staff juggle her multiple official obligations and campaign appearances.
  • 8
    /10
    3% of the votes

    Thanksgiving

    episode S5.E5 may 2016
    As Thanksgiving arrives, a new crisis hits the team, with Selina left unable to fulfill her duties. Meanwhile, Dan takes on a new role, and Jonah receives exciting news.
  • 7.8
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Midterms

    episode S2.E1 april 2013
    During midterms, Selina tries to secure a more powerful role, while the arrival of Kent Davison shakes up the entire staff.
  • 7.5
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Omaha

    episode S6.E1 april 2017
    One year after losing the presidency, Selina attempts to secure her legacy, Dan tries to ingratiate himself at his new job, and Amy's brash D.C.-style personality proves too much for her new co-workers.
  • 8.7
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Camp David

    episode S5.E8 june 2016
    Selina takes Catherine to Camp David, ostensibly for a family Christmas celebration, but also to conduct secret talks with the Chinese government. Meanwhile, Amy and Dan try to help Jonah win as his election campaign reaches its conclusion.
  • 8.7
    /10
    1% of the votes

    C**tgate

    episode S5.E6 may 2016
    As the country faces a massive financial crisis, Selina must make an important decision. Meanwhile, Jonah campaigns in New Hampshire and Amy is asked to find the source of disparaging comments made about Selina.
  • 8.3
    /10
    1% of the votes

    The Eagle

    episode S5.E3 may 2016
    A sensitive tweet posted accidentally by Selina causes chaos for the team.

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