TV series

Major Dad

Name: Major Dad
Released: 1989
Cast: Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed, Matt Mulhern, Jon Cypher, Beverly Archer

1989–1993· 4 seasons· 30 min episodesTV-PG★ 6.4Ended

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Synopsis

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.

Themes

military sitcom blended family

Episodes

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E1 Major DadNext upSep 17, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
Polly writes a distressing article on the Marines. The Major sets out to prove her wrong, and they fall in love.
Guest stars: Peggy Cass, Tim Thomerson
E2 Just Polly & Me, and the Kids Make FiveSep 18, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major proposes, but Polly's daughters must approve.
E3 Rescue MissionSep 25, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
Major Smiley, an old pal, tries to dissuade the Major from marriage.
Guest stars: Dann Florek, Tim Thomerson
E4 WeddingOct 2, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
An alert on the base interrupts the Major and Polly's wedding day.
Guest stars: Bette Ford, Tim Thomerson
E5 Wounded Flyboy and the Nurse Who Gave Him Reason to LiveOct 8, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major and Polly have trouble finding time together because of their busy schedules.
Guest stars: Owen Bush
E6 TwinkleOct 16, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
Polly asks the Major to straighten things out when Elizabeth falls for Lt. Holowachuk.
E7 Jane Wayne DayOct 23, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
Polly endures a survival-training day for Marine wives.
Guest stars: Diane Delano
E8 Robin's AwakeningNov 6, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
A long-distance chess match comes to town for the final battle and it turns out that a young teen sparks an interest in boys for Robin.
Guest stars: Chris Demetral
E9 Major MomNov 13, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
Polly goes to jail to protect a news source.
E10 Love DoctorNov 20, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
Sgt. James decides to pursue a career as a radio personality instead of re-enlisting.
E11 See the Hill ... Over the HillNov 27, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major worries he may be over the hill and challenges a reluctant Holowachuk to a martial arts rematch.
E12 Boxer RebellionDec 4, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major and Polly disagree about the dress code at Elizabeth's school. The Major says change the schoolboard, and Polly says change the rules and she helps Elizabeth protest.
Guest stars: Nan Martin
E13 DisciplineDec 11, 1989 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major and Polly think of how to punish Casey for losing one of The Major's medals.
E14 LemonJan 1, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
Clashing lifestyles send the family to a counselor after the Major dumps the girls' dead pet bird.
Guest stars: Lenny Wolpe
E15 That Connell WomanJan 8, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
An old girlfriend and Lt. Colonel has romantic designs on the Major.
Guest stars: Randee Heller
E16 Jr.Jan 29, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
Polly has morning sickness and gives the Major hopes of fatherhood.
E17 Major CoachFeb 5, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
Hard feelings arise after Polly ask the Major to coach Robin's basketball team. Lt. Holowachuk buys an expensive camera from a beautiful woman and the Major suspects she is a con artist.
E18 Camp MacGillisFeb 19, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major takes th family on a camping trip.
E19 Not with My Daughter You Don'tFeb 26, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major becomes an overprotective father when Elizabeth's new boyfriend Chip becomes more serious.
Guest stars: Rod Brogan (Chip Russell)
E20 Officer of the DayMar 12, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
Lt. Holowachuk gets in trouble when he plans a secret country hoe-down birthday party for the Major.
E21 All Quiet on the Home Front, pt. 1Apr 2, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major is put on alert for a top-secret mission
E22 All Quiet on the Home Front, pt. 2Apr 9, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major's family welcomes him back, but he thinks they resent his job.
E23 See the BridgeApr 30, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
After returning safely from combat, Lt. Holowachuk craves danger.
E24 Standing TallMay 7, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
Casey takes the Major's advice on how to handle a bully.
Guest stars: Mimi Kennedy
E25 Face the Music ... and Dance, pt. 1May 14, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major takes a job offer to be transferred to Camp Hollister in Virginia.
Guest stars: Gary Grubbs
E26 Face the Music ... and Dance, pt. 2May 21, 1990 · 24 min
Synopsis
The Major decides to quite the Corps.
Guest stars: Bob Hastings, Barry Pearl