Major Dad

Major Dad

  • 1989
  • 4 Seasons
  • 96 Episodes
  •  6.4  (24)
  •   Ended

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.

Major Dad
Seasons
Oops, a Daisy
22. Oops, a Daisy
April 16, 1993
Polly and the Major get in an arguement over his birthday gift to Casey, a Daisy rifle. But who eventually wins the fight?
General Disturbance
21. General Disturbance
April 09, 1993
General Craig is transferred to the White House.
Conduct Unbecoming
20. Conduct Unbecoming
April 02, 1993
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 wants to guard him because he is the general.
Gunny Gets Robbed
19. Gunny Gets Robbed
March 12, 1993
The Spell of Grease Paint
18. The Spell of Grease Paint
March 05, 1993
Polly's role in a play opposite Lt. Holowachuk makes the Major jealous.
From Russia with Like
17. From Russia with Like
February 19, 1993
The major and a visiting Russian officer compete.
Colonel of Truth
16. Colonel of Truth
February 12, 1993
After being denied a promotion, the Major considers leaving the Marines.
Come Rain or Come Shine
15. Come Rain or Come Shine
February 05, 1993
A corporate headhunter woos several marines.
Piano Lesson
14. Piano Lesson
January 29, 1993
The Major is embarrassed about taking piano lessons.
Night School
13. Night School
January 22, 1993
Gen. Craig and the Major go to night school.
I'll Be Seeing You
12. I'll Be Seeing You
January 15, 1993
Polly is enlisted to be hostess of the '40s-themed USO ball, where new and old loves are sparked.
About Face
11. About Face
January 08, 1993
Everyone jumps to conclusions about Gen. Craig's activities.
Old Acquaintance
10. Old Acquaintance
December 18, 1992
A change in her college friends disturbs Polly.
Blue Tenant Holowachuk
9. Blue Tenant Holowachuk
December 04, 1992
Apartment manager Lt. Holowachuk backs a rent strike against the landlord: Gen. Craig.
One for the Road
8. One for the Road
November 20, 1992
Fearing a crash, Elizabeth won't drive her new car; Gen. Craig is on crutches and creating havoc with them.
Gunny's Veiled Threat
7. Gunny's Veiled Threat
November 13, 1992
Gunny joins the Secret Service and becomes a harem member to guard a visiting emir.
The Election Show
6. The Election Show
November 06, 1992
The Major takes a leave of absence and goes with Polly on the election trail when she runs for mayor.
There's No Place Like Farlow
5. There's No Place Like Farlow
October 30, 1992
Casey has a fever and Oz-like nightmares on Halloween.
Catered Affair
4. Catered Affair
October 23, 1992
The Major must hire Elizabeth to cater a reception for a visiting general.
Here's Looking at You, Pol
3. Here's Looking at You, Pol
October 16, 1992
Revealing old photos of mayoral candidate Polly hit the papers.
The People's Choice, pt. 2
2. The People's Choice, pt. 2
October 02, 1992
Jake moves in with Lt. Holowachuk after a fight with the Major.
The People's Choice, pt. 1
1. The People's Choice, pt. 1
September 25, 1992
The visit of the Major's father, Jake, creates tension.
Description
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.
  • Premiere Date
    September 17, 1989
  • Rating
    6.4  (24)