Major Dad

A hard-nosed, conservative Marine impulsively proposes to the liberal reporter doing a story on him and agrees to help her raise her three daughters.

1989 HD 23min TV-PG United States English

Richard C. Okie Gerald McRaney Shanna Reed Matt Mulhern Beverly Archer Marisa Ryan Jon Cypher Nicole Dubuc Chelsea Hertford

Comedy Family

sitcom military blended family

S1E1 - Major Dad 1989-09-17

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

S1E2 - Just Polly & Me, and the Kids Make Five 1989-09-18

The Major proposes, but Pollys daughters must approve.

S1E3 - Rescue Mission 1989-09-25

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

S1E4 - Wedding 1989-10-02

An alert on the base interrupts the Major and Pollys wedding day.

S1E5 - Wounded Flyboy and the Nurse Who Gave Him Reason to Live 1989-10-08

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

S1E6 - Twinkle 1989-10-16

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

S1E7 - Jane Wayne Day 1989-10-23

Polly endures a survival-training day for Marine wives.

S1E8 - Robin's Awakening 1989-11-06

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.

S1E9 - Major Mom 1989-11-13

Polly goes to jail to protect a news source.

S1E10 - Love Doctor 1989-11-20

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

S1E11 - See the Hill ... Over the Hill 1989-11-27

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

S1E12 - Boxer Rebellion 1989-12-04

The Major and Polly disagree about the dress code at Elizabeths school. The Major says change the schoolboard, and Polly says change the rules and she helps Elizabeth protest.

S1E13 - Discipline 1989-12-11

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

S1E14 - Lemon 1990-01-01

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

S1E15 - That Connell Woman 1990-01-08

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

S1E16 - Jr. 1990-01-29

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

S1E17 - Major Coach 1990-02-05

Hard feelings arise after Polly ask the Major to coach Robins basketball team. Lt. Holowachuk buys an expensive camera from a beautiful woman and the Major suspects she is a con artist.

S1E18 - Camp MacGillis 1990-02-19

The Major takes th family on a camping trip.

S1E19 - Not with My Daughter You Don't 1990-02-26

The Major becomes an overprotective father when Elizabeths new boyfriend Chip becomes more serious.

S1E20 - Officer of the Day 1990-03-12

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

S1E21 - All Quiet on the Home Front, pt. 1 1990-04-02

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

S1E22 - All Quiet on the Home Front, pt. 2 1990-04-09

The Majors family welcomes him back, but he thinks they resent his job.

S1E23 - See the Bridge 1990-04-30

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

S1E24 - Standing Tall 1990-05-07

Casey takes the Majors advice on how to handle a bully.

S1E25 - Face the Music ... and Dance, pt. 1 1990-05-14

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

S1E26 - Face the Music ... and Dance, pt. 2 1990-05-21

The Major decides to quite the Corps.

S2E1 - Safe at First Base 1990-09-17

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

S2E2 - Welcome to Hollister 1990-09-24

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

S2E3 - Get a Job 1990-10-01

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

S2E4 - The Goat 1990-10-08

A news story lies about her baseball teams playoff loss to Robin.

S2E5 - First Anniversary 1990-10-15

Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Pollys first anniversary.

S2E6 - Wetting Down 1990-10-22

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.

S2E7 - Infant-ry 1990-10-29

Casey goes overboard to get the Majors attention and becomes a mini-Marine.

S2E8 - Birthday Ball 1990-11-05

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 Elizabeths 16th birthday, and she feels neglected.

S2E9 - Wish You Were Here 1990-11-12

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

S2E10 - Love on the Run 1990-11-19

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

S2E11 - Operation Fun Run 1990-11-26

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

S2E12 - Gift of the Major 1990-12-19

Caseys much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.

S2E13 - Flying Solo 1991-01-07

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

S2E14 - A Bird in the Hand 1991-01-14

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.

S2E15 - Learning to Drive 1991-01-21

During a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the generals antique MG.

S2E16 - The Name is Over Here 1991-02-04

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

S2E17 - Valentine's Day 1991-02-11

The Major is embarrassed by Pollys 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.

S2E18 - Sins of the Father 1991-02-18

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

S2E19 - The Possible Dream 1991-02-25

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.

S2E20 - Private Affair 1991-03-11

Elizabeths new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesnt like.

S2E21 - Polly's Choice 1991-03-18

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

S2E22 - Silent Drill Team 1991-04-08

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

S2E23 - Elmo Come Home 1991-04-29

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

S2E24 - Together 1991-05-13

The Major is charged with writing a speech welcoming troops home from Saudi Arabia. He also decides he wants to adopt Pollys kids, but Elizabeth is reluctant.

S3E1 - The Shut Down 1991-09-16

Defense cutbacks threaten Camp Hollister.

S3E2 - Major Moonlighting 1991-09-23

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

S3E3 - Polly's Pen Pal 1991-09-30

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

S3E4 - A Few Good Men 1991-10-07

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

S3E5 - Poker Night 1991-10-14

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

S3E6 - Anything You Can Do I Can Do Perky 1991-10-21

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

S3E7 - Educating Casey 1991-10-28

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

S3E8 - Lady in Waiting 1991-11-04

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.

S3E9 - General Unrest 1991-11-11

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

S3E10 - Steel Magnolia 1991-11-18

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

S3E11 - On the Line 1991-11-25

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

S3E12 - The Shell Game 1991-12-09

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

S3E13 - Who's That Blonde ? 1991-12-16

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

S3E14 - We've Got Trouble 1992-01-06

Lt. Holowachuk and Gunny get competitive at pool.

S3E15 - Three's a Crowd 1992-01-13

Caseys new boyfriend likes hanging out with the Major.

S3E16 - Three Angry Marines 1992-01-20

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

S3E17 - Close Encounters 1992-02-03

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

S3E18 - Base Desires 1992-02-24

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

S3E19 - When Gunny Talks 1992-03-02

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

S3E20 - The L Word 1992-03-09

Elizabeth falls for her tutor; Gunnys beau says too much.

S3E21 - Sick Bay 1992-03-16

The Major writes an article on raising children for a bedridden Polly that doesnt sit well with her.

S3E22 - Charlotte's Web 1992-04-27

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

S3E23 - The Noisy Drill Team 1992-05-04

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

S3E24 - In the Brick of Time 1992-05-11

Polly prepares an upbeat documentary on Camp Hollisters closing.

S4E1 - The People's Choice, pt. 1 1992-09-25

The visit of the Majors father, Jake, creates tension.

S4E2 - The People's Choice, pt. 2 1992-10-02

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

S4E3 - Here's Looking at You, Pol 1992-10-16

Revealing old photos of mayoral candidate Polly hit the papers.

S4E4 - Catered Affair 1992-10-23

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

S4E5 - There's No Place Like Farlow 1992-10-30

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

S4E6 - The Election Show 1992-11-06

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

S4E7 - Gunny's Veiled Threat 1992-11-13

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

S4E8 - One for the Road 1992-11-20

Fearing a crash, Elizabeth wont drive her new car; Gen. Craig is on crutches and creating havoc with them.

S4E9 - Blue Tenant Holowachuk 1992-12-04

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

S4E10 - Old Acquaintance 1992-12-18

A change in her college friends disturbs Polly.

S4E11 - About Face 1993-01-08

Everyone jumps to conclusions about Gen. Craigs activities.

S4E12 - I'll Be Seeing You 1993-01-15

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

S4E13 - Night School 1993-01-22

Gen. Craig and the Major go to night school.

S4E14 - Piano Lesson 1993-01-29

The Major is embarrassed about taking piano lessons.

S4E15 - Come Rain or Come Shine 1993-02-05

A corporate headhunter woos several marines.

S4E16 - Colonel of Truth 1993-02-12

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

S4E17 - From Russia with Like 1993-02-19

The major and a visiting Russian officer compete.

S4E18 - The Spell of Grease Paint 1993-03-05

Pollys role in a play opposite Lt. Holowachuk makes the Major jealous.

S4E19 - Gunny Gets Robbed 1993-03-12

Gunnys apartment is robbed.

S4E20 - Conduct Unbecoming 1993-04-02

The Major suspects Robins 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.

S4E21 - General Disturbance 1993-04-09

General Craig is transferred to the White House.

S4E22 - Oops, a Daisy 1993-04-16

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