About this season
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.
Episodes (24)
1. Safe at First Base
Aired 17 September 1990 • 24 min
The Major adjusts to his new post at Camp Hollister, where the General's grandson takes pictures of Polly.
2. Welcome to Hollister
Aired 24 September 1990 • 24 min
The camp prepares for the Vice President's airplane refueling stop, which General Craig makes the Major in charge of.
3. Get a Job
Aired 1 October 1990 • 24 min
Polly gets a job at a newspaper on the base, "The Bulldog," writing the human interest stories.
4. The Goat
Aired 8 October 1990 • 24 min
A news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.
5. First Anniversary
Aired 15 October 1990 • 24 min
Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.
6. Wetting Down
Aired 22 October 1990 • 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.
7. Infant-ry
Aired 29 October 1990 • 24 min
Casey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.
8. Birthday Ball
Aired 5 November 1990 • 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.
9. Wish You Were Here
Aired 12 November 1990 • 24 min
The Major tries to be spontaneous by taking the family on a last-minute trip to Hawaii.
10. Love on the Run
Aired 19 November 1990 • 24 min
Lt. Holowachuk and his blind date make immediate wedding plans.
11. Operation Fun Run
Aired 26 November 1990 • 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.
12. Gift of the Major
Aired 19 December 1990 • 24 min
Casey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.
13. Flying Solo
Aired 7 January 1991 • 24 min
The Major anticipates a relaxing weekend when Polly takes the girls shopping.
14. A Bird in the Hand
Aired 14 January 1991 • 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.
15. Learning to Drive
Aired 21 January 1991 • 24 min
During a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the general's antique MG.
16. The Name is Over Here
Aired 4 February 1991 • 24 min
The Major and his family react to the start of the Persian Gulf War by settling a territorial dispute at home.
17. Valentine's Day
Aired 11 February 1991 • 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.
18. Sins of the Father
Aired 18 February 1991 • 24 min
The Major tries to make amends for stealing a watch as a boy.
19. The Possible Dream
Aired 25 February 1991 • 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.
20. Private Affair
Aired 11 March 1991 • 24 min
Elizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.
21. Polly's Choice
Aired 18 March 1991 • 24 min
Polly is asked to collaborate on a book with her former boyfriend, Evan Charters.
22. Silent Drill Team
Aired 8 April 1991 • 24 min
The Major realizes his dream of performing with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team.
23. Elmo Come Home
Aired 29 April 1991 • 24 min
Gunny reluctantly dog-sits a homeless puppy the Major hopes to adopt for Casey but becomes attached to it.
24. Together
Aired 13 May 1991 • 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.