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Major Dad
Major Dad is an American sitcom created by Richard C. Okie and John G. Stephens, developed by Earl Pomerantz, that originally ran from 1989 to 1993 on CBS, starring Gerald McRaney as Major John D. MacGillis and Shanna Reed as his wife Polly. The cast also includes Beverly Archer, Matt Mulhern, Jon Cypher, Marisa Ryan, Nicole Dubuc and Chelsea Hertford.
- Created by:
- Richard C. Okie
- Cast:
- Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed, Matt Mulhern, Jon Cypher
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- CBS
Episode guide
Seasons
Season 2
Episodes
Episode 1
Safe at First Base
1990-09-17 · 24mThe Major adjusts to his new post at Camp Hollister, where the General's grandson takes pictures of Polly.
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Welcome to Hollister
1990-09-24 · 24mThe camp prepares for the Vice President's airplane refueling stop, which General Craig makes the Major in charge of.
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Get a Job
1990-10-01 · 24mPolly gets a job at a newspaper on the base, "The Bulldog," writing the human interest stories.
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The Goat
1990-10-08 · 24mA news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.
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First Anniversary
1990-10-15 · 24mGunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.
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Wetting Down
1990-10-22 · 24mIn opposition to Marine traditions, Holowachuk does not want alcohol at his wetting down to celebrate making 1st Lieutenant. The Major tries to find a solution.
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Infant-ry
1990-10-29 · 24mCasey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.
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Birthday Ball
1990-11-05 · 24mThe major needs a guest of honor for a base celebration of the Corps' 215th anniversary, and Vice President Quayle responds to the invitation. It is also Elizabeth's 16th birthday, and she feels neglected.
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Wish You Were Here
1990-11-12 · 24mThe Major tries to be spontaneous by taking the family on a last-minute trip to Hawaii.
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Love on the Run
1990-11-19 · 24mLt. Holowachuk and his blind date make immediate wedding plans.
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Operation Fun Run
1990-11-26 · 24mA hospital visit prevents the Major from completing a Navy Relief fund-raising project, so Gunny and Lt. Holowachuk must see it through.
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Gift of the Major
1990-12-19 · 24mCasey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.
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Flying Solo
1991-01-07 · 24mThe Major anticipates a relaxing weekend when Polly takes the girls shopping.
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A Bird in the Hand
1991-01-14 · 24mThe Major wants Gunny to express her anger after he accidentally destroys her favorite possession, a ceramic eagle once owned by the Corps' most decorated Marine.
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Learning to Drive
1991-01-21 · 24mDuring a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the general's antique MG.
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The Name is Over Here
1991-02-04 · 24mThe Major and his family react to the start of the Persian Gulf War by settling a territorial dispute at home.
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Valentine's Day
1991-02-11 · 24mThe Major is embarrassed by Polly's valentine tribute to him in the base newspaper when it reveals his romantic side in the article; Elizabeth finally agrees to a date with Jesse.
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Sins of the Father
1991-02-18 · 24mThe Major tries to make amends for stealing a watch as a boy.
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The Possible Dream
1991-02-25 · 24mThe officers organize a Marine talent show. The general, who no one thinks has talent, wants to perform and has to sing at the last minute; Robin runs for president of her student council.
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Private Affair
1991-03-11 · 24mElizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.
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Polly's Choice
1991-03-18 · 24mPolly is asked to collaborate on a book with her former boyfriend, Evan Charters.
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Silent Drill Team
1991-04-08 · 24mThe Major realizes his dream of performing with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team.
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Elmo Come Home
1991-04-29 · 24mGunny reluctantly dog-sits a homeless puppy the Major hopes to adopt for Casey but becomes attached to it.
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Together
1991-05-13 · 24mThe Major is charged with writing a speech welcoming troops home from Saudi Arabia. He also decides he wants to adopt Polly's kids, but Elizabeth is reluctant.
Watch progress · Not trackedCast
Gerald McRaney
John D. MacGillis
Shanna Reed
Pollyanna 'Polly' Cooper MacGillis
Matt Mulhern
Eugene Holowachuk
Jon Cypher
Marcus Craig
Beverly Archer
Alva 'Gunny' Bricker
Marisa Ryan
Elizabeth Cooper MacGillis
Nicole Dubuc
Robin Cooper MacGillis
Chelsea Hertford
Casey Cooper MacGillis
