Richard C. Okie
Director
Major Dad (1989)
Season 2
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.
Released Sept. 17, 1989
Episode 23 min
10+
Keywords: imdb.sitcom, imdb.sitcom-comedy, imdb.laugh-track, imdb.family-relationships, imdb.sergeant, imdb.u-s-marine-corps, awards.emmy-award-nominated + 3 more, tmdb.military, tmdb.sitcom, tmdb.blended-family
Watch Providers: Tubi TV
Network: CBS
Country: United States
Languages:
English,
Italian
S2E1 - Safe at First Base
The Major adjusts to his new post at Camp Hollister, where the General's grandson takes pictures of Polly.
Sept. 17, 1990, midnight
S2E2 - Welcome to Hollister
The camp prepares for the Vice President's airplane refueling stop, which General Craig makes the Major in charge of.
Sept. 24, 1990, midnight
S2E3 - Get a Job
Polly gets a job at a newspaper on the base, "The Bulldog," writing the human interest stories.
Oct. 1, 1990, midnight
S2E4 - The Goat
A news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.
Oct. 8, 1990, midnight
S2E5 - First Anniversary
Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.
Oct. 15, 1990, midnight
S2E6 - Wetting Down
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.
Oct. 22, 1990, midnight
S2E7 - Infant-ry
Casey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.
Oct. 29, 1990, midnight
S2E8 - Birthday Ball
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.
Nov. 5, 1990, midnight
S2E9 - Wish You Were Here
The Major tries to be spontaneous by taking the family on a last-minute trip to Hawaii.
Nov. 12, 1990, midnight
S2E10 - Love on the Run
Lt. Holowachuk and his blind date make immediate wedding plans.
Nov. 19, 1990, midnight
S2E11 - Operation Fun Run
A hospital visit prevents the Major from completing a Navy Relief fund-raising project, so Gunny and Lt. Holowachuk must see it through.
Nov. 26, 1990, midnight
S2E12 - Gift of the Major
Casey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.
Dec. 19, 1990, midnight
S2E13 - Flying Solo
The Major anticipates a relaxing weekend when Polly takes the girls shopping.
Jan. 7, 1991, midnight
S2E14 - A Bird in the Hand
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.
Jan. 14, 1991, midnight
S2E15 - Learning to Drive
During a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the general's antique MG.
Jan. 21, 1991, midnight
S2E16 - The Name is Over Here
The Major and his family react to the start of the Persian Gulf War by settling a territorial dispute at home.
Feb. 4, 1991, midnight
S2E17 - Valentine's Day
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.
Feb. 11, 1991, midnight
S2E18 - Sins of the Father
The Major tries to make amends for stealing a watch as a boy.
Feb. 18, 1991, midnight
S2E19 - The Possible Dream
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.
Feb. 25, 1991, midnight
S2E20 - Private Affair
Elizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.
March 11, 1991, midnight
S2E21 - Polly's Choice
Polly is asked to collaborate on a book with her former boyfriend, Evan Charters.
March 18, 1991, midnight
S2E22 - Silent Drill Team
The Major realizes his dream of performing with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team.
April 8, 1991, midnight
S2E23 - Elmo Come Home
Gunny reluctantly dog-sits a homeless puppy the Major hopes to adopt for Casey but becomes attached to it.
April 29, 1991, midnight
S2E24 - Together
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.
May 13, 1991, midnight
Network: CBS
Episode Runtime: 23 min.
Season Runtime: 2258 min.
Released: Sept. 17, 1989
Last Air Date: April 16, 1993, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-PG / 10+
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