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COLLECTION · Series · 1989

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.

Source: TMDB
* 6.5 (26)ComedyFamilyUnited States
Creators
Richard C. Okie
Countries
United States
Studios
CBS
Runtime
24–30 min/ep
Age rating
TV-PG
Release
17/09/1989
Score
6.5 / 10 (26)

Awards and nominations

  • Nominated at Emmy Award — Steve Dorff
  • Nominated at Emmy Award — Chelsea Hertford
  • Winner at Emmy Award — Best New Television Series
  • Nominated at Emmy Award — Marisa Ryan
  • Chelsea Hertford — Emmy Award
  • Nicole Dubuc — Emmy Award
  • Chance Michael Corbitt — Emmy Award
Where to watch
With ads
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Seasons and episodes
Season 1
26 episodes · 1989
Episode 1. Major Dad
1989-09-17 · 24 min

Polly writes a distressing article on the Marines. The Major sets out to prove her wrong, and they fall in love.

Episode 2. Just Polly & Me, and the Kids Make Five
1989-09-18 · 24 min

The Major proposes, but Polly's daughters must approve.

Episode 3. Rescue Mission
1989-09-25 · 24 min

Major Smiley, an old pal, tries to dissuade the Major from marriage.

Episode 4. Wedding
1989-10-02 · 24 min

An alert on the base interrupts the Major and Polly's wedding day.

Episode 5. Wounded Flyboy and the Nurse Who Gave Him Reason to Live
1989-10-08 · 24 min

The Major and Polly have trouble finding time together because of their busy schedules.

Episode 6. Twinkle
1989-10-16 · 24 min

Polly asks the Major to straighten things out when Elizabeth falls for Lt. Holowachuk.

Episode 7. Jane Wayne Day
1989-10-23 · 24 min

Polly endures a survival-training day for Marine wives.

Episode 8. Robin's Awakening
1989-11-06 · 24 min

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.

Episode 9. Major Mom
1989-11-13 · 24 min

Polly goes to jail to protect a news source.

Episode 10. Love Doctor
1989-11-20 · 24 min

Sgt. James decides to pursue a career as a radio personality instead of re-enlisting.

Episode 11. See the Hill ... Over the Hill
1989-11-27 · 24 min

The Major worries he may be over the hill and challenges a reluctant Holowachuk to a martial arts rematch.

Episode 12. Boxer Rebellion
1989-12-04 · 24 min

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.

Episode 13. Discipline
1989-12-11 · 24 min

The Major and Polly think of how to punish Casey for losing one of The Major's medals.

Episode 14. Lemon
1990-01-01 · 24 min

Clashing lifestyles send the family to a counselor after the Major dumps the girls' dead pet bird.

Episode 15. That Connell Woman
1990-01-08 · 24 min

An old girlfriend and Lt. Colonel has romantic designs on the Major.

Episode 16. Jr.
1990-01-29 · 24 min

Polly has morning sickness and gives the Major hopes of fatherhood.

Episode 17. Major Coach
1990-02-05 · 24 min

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.

Episode 18. Camp MacGillis
1990-02-19 · 24 min

The Major takes th family on a camping trip.

Episode 19. Not with My Daughter You Don't
1990-02-26 · 24 min

The Major becomes an overprotective father when Elizabeth's new boyfriend Chip becomes more serious.

Episode 20. Officer of the Day
1990-03-12 · 24 min

Lt. Holowachuk gets in trouble when he plans a secret country hoe-down birthday party for the Major.

Episode 21. All Quiet on the Home Front, pt. 1
1990-04-02 · 24 min

The Major is put on alert for a top-secret mission

Episode 22. All Quiet on the Home Front, pt. 2
1990-04-09 · 24 min

The Major's family welcomes him back, but he thinks they resent his job.

Episode 23. See the Bridge
1990-04-30 · 24 min

After returning safely from combat, Lt. Holowachuk craves danger.

Episode 24. Standing Tall
1990-05-07 · 24 min

Casey takes the Major's advice on how to handle a bully.

Episode 25. Face the Music ... and Dance, pt. 1
1990-05-14 · 24 min

The Major takes a job offer to be transferred to Camp Hollister in Virginia.

Episode 26. Face the Music ... and Dance, pt. 2
1990-05-21 · 24 min

The Major decides to quite the Corps.

Season 2
24 episodes · 1990
Episode 1. Safe at First Base
1990-09-17 · 24 min

The Major adjusts to his new post at Camp Hollister, where the General's grandson takes pictures of Polly.

Episode 2. Welcome to Hollister
1990-09-24 · 24 min

The camp prepares for the Vice President's airplane refueling stop, which General Craig makes the Major in charge of.

Episode 3. Get a Job
1990-10-01 · 24 min

Polly gets a job at a newspaper on the base, "The Bulldog," writing the human interest stories.

Episode 4. The Goat
1990-10-08 · 24 min

A news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.

Episode 5. First Anniversary
1990-10-15 · 24 min

Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.

Episode 6. Wetting Down
1990-10-22 · 24 min

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.

Episode 7. Infant-ry
1990-10-29 · 24 min

Casey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.

Episode 8. Birthday Ball
1990-11-05 · 24 min

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.

Episode 9. Wish You Were Here
1990-11-12 · 24 min

The Major tries to be spontaneous by taking the family on a last-minute trip to Hawaii.

Episode 10. Love on the Run
1990-11-19 · 24 min

Lt. Holowachuk and his blind date make immediate wedding plans.

Episode 11. Operation Fun Run
1990-11-26 · 24 min

A hospital visit prevents the Major from completing a Navy Relief fund-raising project, so Gunny and Lt. Holowachuk must see it through.

Episode 12. Gift of the Major
1990-12-19 · 24 min

Casey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.

Episode 13. Flying Solo
1991-01-07 · 24 min

The Major anticipates a relaxing weekend when Polly takes the girls shopping.

Episode 14. A Bird in the Hand
1991-01-14 · 24 min

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.

Episode 15. Learning to Drive
1991-01-21 · 24 min

During a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the general's antique MG.

Episode 16. The Name is Over Here
1991-02-04 · 24 min

The Major and his family react to the start of the Persian Gulf War by settling a territorial dispute at home.

Episode 17. Valentine's Day
1991-02-11 · 24 min

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.

Episode 18. Sins of the Father
1991-02-18 · 24 min

The Major tries to make amends for stealing a watch as a boy.

Episode 19. The Possible Dream
1991-02-25 · 24 min

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.

Episode 20. Private Affair
1991-03-11 · 24 min

Elizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.

Episode 21. Polly's Choice
1991-03-18 · 24 min

Polly is asked to collaborate on a book with her former boyfriend, Evan Charters.

Episode 22. Silent Drill Team
1991-04-08 · 24 min

The Major realizes his dream of performing with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team.

Episode 23. Elmo Come Home
1991-04-29 · 24 min

Gunny reluctantly dog-sits a homeless puppy the Major hopes to adopt for Casey but becomes attached to it.

Episode 24. Together
1991-05-13 · 24 min

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.

Season 3
24 episodes · 1991
Episode 1. The Shut Down
1991-09-16 · 23 min

Defense cutbacks threaten Camp Hollister.

Episode 2. Major Moonlighting
1991-09-23 · 23 min

The Major moonlights as an attendant at the service station Holowachuk manages.

Episode 3. Polly's Pen Pal
1991-09-30 · 23 min

Robin's smitten penpal, Lt. Vickers, arrives and learns she sent him a picture of Polly.

Episode 4. A Few Good Men
1991-10-07 · 23 min

The Major is chosen to represent Camp Hollister on a calendar depicting ideal servicemen.

Episode 5. Poker Night
1991-10-14 · 23 min

General Craig orders his staff to have a night of fun to boost sagging morale.

Episode 6. Anything You Can Do I Can Do Perky
1991-10-21 · 23 min

Gunny suspects the motives of the perky sergeant the General assigns to assist her.

Episode 7. Educating Casey
1991-10-28 · 23 min

The Major and Polly succumb to the pressure when Casey is chosen to apply for an accelerated school, which means interviews and tests.

Episode 8. Lady in Waiting
1991-11-04 · 23 min

When Elizabeth is hired as a waitress, Polly and the Major object to her provocative uniform (short, fluffy black dress, white apron and pig ears) which leads Elizabeth to organize a revolt at work.

Episode 9. General Unrest
1991-11-11 · 23 min

The General moves in with the MacGillises when his wife throws him out.

Episode 10. Steel Magnolia
1991-11-18 · 23 min

A lobbyist stages a protest over cutbacks in civilian personnel at the base.

Episode 11. On the Line
1991-11-25 · 23 min

The Marines take over for civilian employees who strike to protest cutbacks at the base.

Episode 12. The Shell Game
1991-12-09 · 23 min

A land developer's plan to build a mall on the site of Camp Hollister is thwarted by a nesting turtle.

Episode 13. Who's That Blonde ?
1991-12-16 · 23 min

Gunny dyes her hair blond after the bill allowing women to be in combat fails; Lt. Holowachuk spruces up his "space."

Episode 14. We've Got Trouble
1992-01-06 · 23 min

Lt. Holowachuk and Gunny get competitive at pool.

Episode 15. Three's a Crowd
1992-01-13 · 23 min

Casey's new boyfriend likes hanging out with the Major.

Episode 16. Three Angry Marines
1992-01-20 · 23 min

Gunny, Holowachuk, and the Major are assigned to a court-martial panel but have different opinions about the case.

Episode 17. Close Encounters
1992-02-03 · 23 min

The MacGillises participate in a marriage workshop during a weekend getaway.

Episode 18. Base Desires
1992-02-24 · 23 min

The MacGillises vie with another family to be military family of the year.

Episode 19. When Gunny Talks
1992-03-02 · 23 min

Gunny gives successful investment tips to Elizabeth, who then becomes concerned only with making money.

Episode 20. The L Word
1992-03-09 · 23 min

Elizabeth falls for her tutor; Gunny's beau says too much.

Episode 21. Sick Bay
1992-03-16 · 23 min

The Major writes an article on raising children for a bedridden Polly that doesn't sit well with her.

Episode 22. Charlotte's Web
1992-04-27 · 23 min

An "adopt-a-Marine" program pairs Holowachuk with a wild woman.

Episode 23. The Noisy Drill Team
1992-05-04 · 23 min

Gen. Craig prepares the base for inspection by the closure committee.

Episode 24. In the Brick of Time
1992-05-11 · 23 min

Polly prepares an upbeat documentary on Camp Hollister's closing.

Season 4
22 episodes · 1992
Episode 1. The People's Choice, pt. 1
1992-09-25 · 23 min

The visit of the Major's father, Jake, creates tension.

Episode 2. The People's Choice, pt. 2
1992-10-02 · 23 min

Jake moves in with Lt. Holowachuk after a fight with the Major.

Episode 3. Here's Looking at You, Pol
1992-10-16 · 23 min

Revealing old photos of mayoral candidate Polly hit the papers.

Episode 4. Catered Affair
1992-10-23 · 23 min

The Major must hire Elizabeth to cater a reception for a visiting general.

Episode 5. There's No Place Like Farlow
1992-10-30 · 23 min

Casey has a fever and Oz-like nightmares on Halloween.

Episode 6. The Election Show
1992-11-06 · 23 min

The Major takes a leave of absence and goes with Polly on the election trail when she runs for mayor.

Episode 7. Gunny's Veiled Threat
1992-11-13 · 23 min

Gunny joins the Secret Service and becomes a harem member to guard a visiting emir.

Episode 8. One for the Road
1992-11-20 · 23 min

Fearing a crash, Elizabeth won't drive her new car; Gen. Craig is on crutches and creating havoc with them.

Episode 9. Blue Tenant Holowachuk
1992-12-04 · 23 min

Apartment manager Lt. Holowachuk backs a rent strike against the landlord: Gen. Craig.

Episode 10. Old Acquaintance
1992-12-18 · 23 min

A change in her college friends disturbs Polly.

Episode 11. About Face
1993-01-08 · 23 min

Everyone jumps to conclusions about Gen. Craig's activities.

Episode 12. I'll Be Seeing You
1993-01-15 · 23 min

Polly is enlisted to be hostess of the '40s-themed USO ball, where new and old loves are sparked.

Episode 13. Night School
1993-01-22 · 23 min

Gen. Craig and the Major go to night school.

Episode 14. Piano Lesson
1993-01-29 · 23 min

The Major is embarrassed about taking piano lessons.

Episode 15. Come Rain or Come Shine
1993-02-05 · 23 min

A corporate headhunter woos several marines.

Episode 16. Colonel of Truth
1993-02-12 · 23 min

After being denied a promotion, the Major considers leaving the Marines.

Episode 17. From Russia with Like
1993-02-19 · 23 min

The major and a visiting Russian officer compete.

Episode 18. The Spell of Grease Paint
1993-03-05 · 23 min

Polly's role in a play opposite Lt. Holowachuk makes the Major jealous.

Episode 19. Gunny Gets Robbed
1993-03-12 · 23 min

Gunny's apartment is robbed.

Episode 20. Conduct Unbecoming
1993-04-02 · 23 min

The Major suspects Robin's new boyfriend may be battered by his father, another major, despite denials from the family; Lt. Holowachuk tries to fill his basketball team but finds complications when Gen. Craig wants to play--and no one…

Episode 21. General Disturbance
1993-04-09 · 23 min

General Craig is transferred to the White House.

Episode 22. Oops, a Daisy
1993-04-16 · 23 min

Polly and the Major get in an arguement over his birthday gift to Casey, a Daisy rifle. But who eventually wins the fight?

Cast by season
Gerald McRaney
Gerald McRaney
John D. MacGillis
Shanna Reed
Shanna Reed
Pollyanna 'Polly' Cooper MacGillis
Matt Mulhern
Matt Mulhern
Eugene Holowachuk
Whitney Kershaw
Whitney Kershaw
Merilee Gunderson
Marlon Archey
Marlon Archey
Byron James
Marisa Ryan
Marisa Ryan
Elizabeth Cooper MacGillis
Nicole Dubuc
Nicole Dubuc
Robin Cooper MacGillis
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Chelsea Hertford
Casey Cooper MacGillis
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