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.
Episodes
1Safe at First Base
24 minSep 17, 1990
The Major adjusts to his new post at Camp Hollister, where the General's grandson takes pictures of Polly.
2Welcome to Hollister
24 minSep 24, 1990
The camp prepares for the Vice President's airplane refueling stop, which General Craig makes the Major in charge of.
3Get a Job
24 minOct 1, 1990
Polly gets a job at a newspaper on the base, "The Bulldog," writing the human interest stories.
4The Goat
24 minOct 8, 1990
A news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.
5First Anniversary
24 minOct 15, 1990
Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.
6Wetting Down
24 minOct 22, 1990
In 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.
7Infant-ry
24 minOct 29, 1990
Casey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.
8Birthday Ball
24 minNov 5, 1990
The 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.
9Wish You Were Here
24 minNov 12, 1990
The Major tries to be spontaneous by taking the family on a last-minute trip to Hawaii.
10Love on the Run
24 minNov 19, 1990
Lt. Holowachuk and his blind date make immediate wedding plans.
11Operation Fun Run
24 minNov 26, 1990
A hospital visit prevents the Major from completing a Navy Relief fund-raising project, so Gunny and Lt. Holowachuk must see it through.
12Gift of the Major
24 minDec 19, 1990
Casey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.
13Flying Solo
24 minJan 7, 1991
The Major anticipates a relaxing weekend when Polly takes the girls shopping.
14A Bird in the Hand
24 minJan 14, 1991
The 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.
15Learning to Drive
24 minJan 21, 1991
During a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the general's antique MG.
16The Name is Over Here
24 minFeb 4, 1991
The Major and his family react to the start of the Persian Gulf War by settling a territorial dispute at home.
17Valentine's Day
24 minFeb 11, 1991
The 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.
18Sins of the Father
24 minFeb 18, 1991
The Major tries to make amends for stealing a watch as a boy.
19The Possible Dream
24 minFeb 25, 1991
The 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.
20Private Affair
24 minMar 11, 1991
Elizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.
21Polly's Choice
24 minMar 18, 1991
Polly is asked to collaborate on a book with her former boyfriend, Evan Charters.
22Silent Drill Team
24 minApr 8, 1991
The Major realizes his dream of performing with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team.
23Elmo Come Home
24 minApr 29, 1991
Gunny reluctantly dog-sits a homeless puppy the Major hopes to adopt for Casey but becomes attached to it.
24Together
24 minMay 13, 1991
The 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.
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