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Season 1 – Major Dad

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An unlikely romance follows when a liberal newspaper reporter interviews a gruff Marine officer.
Major Dad — Season 1

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John G. Stephens

Creator

Richard C. Okie

Creator

Gerald McRaney

Major John D. "Mac" MacGillis

Shanna Reed

Polly Cooper MacGillis

Nicole Dubuc

Robin Cooper MacGillis

Chelsea Hertford

Casey Cooper MacGillis

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 17, 1989 Pilot An unlikely romance follows when a liberal newspaper reporter (Shanna Reed) interviews a gruff Marine officer (Gerald McRaney). With Matt Mulhern and Chelsea Hertford. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 18, 1989 Just Polly and Me ... and the Kids Make Five Polly (Shanna Reed) consults her daughters (Marisa Ryan, Nicole Dubuc, Chelsea Hertford) before agreeing to marry the Major (Gerald McRaney). Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 25, 1989 Rescue Mission A wartime buddy (Dann Florek) arrives just before the wedding and attempts to change the Major's (Gerald McRaney) mind. With Shanna Reed. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 2, 1989 The Wedding The Major and Polly's (Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed) Marine wedding ceremony is interrupted by an emergency alert. Guest star: Tim Thomerson. With Marlon Archey. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 9, 1989 Wounded Flyboy and the Nurse Who Gives Him Reason to Live The newlyweds (Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed) attempt to keep their romance alive despite conflicting schedules. With Chelsea Hertford. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 16, 1989 The Twinkle Polly (Shanna Reed) is upset when Elizabeth (Marisa Ryan) falls for Holowachuk (Matt Mulhern). With Gerald McRaney. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 23, 1989 Jane Wayne Day Polly (Shanna Reed) reluctantly joins other Marine wives in a day of rigorous training maneuvers. With Gerald McRaney and Chelsea Hertford. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 6, 1989 Robin's Awakening The Major (Gerald McRaney) is shocked when he finally meets his long-distance chess opponent, a 12-year-old prodigy (guest star Chris Demetral). With Shanna Reed and Nicole Dubuc. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 13, 1989 Major Mom The Major (Gerald McRaney) is left minding the family (Marisa Ryan, Nicole Dubuc, Chelsea Hertford) when Polly (Shanna Reed) is jailed for refusing to reveal a source. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 20, 1989 The Love Doctor Sgt. James (Marlon Archey) decides to pursue a career as a radio personality instead of re-enlisting. With Gerald McRaney and Shanna Reed. Details Episode 11 Aired Nov 27, 1989 See the Hill ... Over the Hill The Major worries his career may be over when he is injured by Holowachuk during hand-to-hand combat. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 4, 1989 The Boxer Rebellion Dress codes become an issue when Elizabeth (Marisa Ryan) wears boxer shorts to school. With Gerald McRaney and Shanna Reed. Details Episode 13 Aired Dec 11, 1989 Discipline The Major (Gerald McRaney) learns a lesson when he tries to discipline Casey (Chelsea Hertford). With Shanna Reed. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 1, 1990 Lemon Communication gaps at home lead Polly (Shanna Reed) to suggest family counseling. With Gerald McRaney and Nicole Dubuc. Details Episode 15 Aired Jan 8, 1990 That Connelly Woman Polly (Shanna Reed) contends with her jealousy when the Major's (Gerald McRaney) old girlfriend (Randee Heller) drops by for a visit. Details Episode 16 Aired Jan 29, 1990 Jr. The Major (Gerald McRaney) is excited when he learns he may become a father. Guest star: Nathan Verbois. With Shanna Reed. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 5, 1990 Major Coach Hard feelings arise after Polly (Shanna Reed) persuades the Major (Gerald McRaney) to coach Robin's (Nicole Dubuc) basketball team. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 19, 1990 Camp MacGillis The girls (Marisa Ryan, Nicole Dubuc, Chelsea Hertford) are reluctant to "rough it" when the Major (Gerald McRaney) organizes a family camping weekend. Details Episode 19 Aired Feb 26, 1990 Not With My Daughter You Don't The Major (Gerald McRaney) becomes an overly protective father when Elizabeth's (Marisa Ryan) new romance becomes more serious. Guest star: Rod Brogan. With Shanna Reed. Details Episode 20 Aired Mar 12, 1990 Officer of the Day Holowachuk (Matt Mulhern) is disciplined and must miss the surprise birthday party he has arranged for the Major (Gerald McRaney). With Shanna Reed. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 2, 1990 All Quiet on the Home Front The Major (Gerald McRaney) prepares to leave at a moment's notice on a top-secret mission to Central America. With Shanna Reed and Matt Mulhern. Details Episode 22 Aired Apr 9, 1990 All Quiet on the Home Front When the Major (Gerald McRaney) returns to his family from Costa Negra, they give him a hero's welcome. With Shanna Reed and Whitney Kershaw. Details Episode 23 Aired Apr 30, 1990 See the Bridge The Major is worried when Holowachuk continues a quest for danger after returning from battle in Costa Negra. Details Episode 24 Aired May 7, 1990 Standing Tall The Major (Gerald McRaney) encourages Casey (Chelsea Hertford) to stand up to a bully at school. With Shanna Reed. Details Episode 25 Aired May 14, 1990 Face the Music and Dance The Major (Gerald McRaney) accepts a new position which would force Polly and the girls (Shanna Reed, Marisa Ryan, Nicole Dubuc, Chelsea Hertford) to relocate in Virginia. Details Episode 26 Aired May 21, 1990 Face the Music and Dance The Major (Gerald McRaney) leaves the Marine Corps and takes a job in the private sector. Guest star: Bob Hastings. With Shanna Reed. Details

Season Info

Director
Michael Lembeck, Linda Day, Ellen Gittelsohn, Will Mackenzie
Creator
John G. Stephens, Richard C. Okie
Executive Producer
Gerald McRaney, Richard C. Okie, Earl Pomerantz
Screenwriter
Jeffrey Stepakoff, Lisa Albert, Miriam Trogdon, Janet Leahy, Deborah R Baron, Rick Hawkins, Richard C. Okie, Peter Tilden, Earl Pomerantz
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 17, 1989