Gerald McRaney
John D. MacGillis
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Series SeasonSeason 2 episodes1990
Major Dad
Season 2
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Episode 124 min1990-09-17
Safe at First Base
The Major adjusts to his new post at Camp Hollister, where the General's grandson takes pictures of Polly.
Episode 224 min1990-09-24
Welcome to Hollister
The camp prepares for the Vice President's airplane refueling stop, which General Craig makes the Major in charge of.
Episode 324 min1990-10-01
Get a Job
Polly gets a job at a newspaper on the base, "The Bulldog," writing the human interest stories.
Episode 424 min1990-10-08
The Goat
A news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.
Episode 524 min1990-10-15
First Anniversary
Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.
Episode 624 min1990-10-22
Wetting Down
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 724 min1990-10-29
Infant-ry
Casey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.
Episode 824 min1990-11-05
Birthday Ball
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 924 min1990-11-12
Wish You Were Here
The Major tries to be spontaneous by taking the family on a last-minute trip to Hawaii.
Episode 1024 min1990-11-19
Love on the Run
Lt. Holowachuk and his blind date make immediate wedding plans.
Episode 1124 min1990-11-26
Operation Fun Run
A hospital visit prevents the Major from completing a Navy Relief fund-raising project, so Gunny and Lt. Holowachuk must see it through.
Episode 1224 min1990-12-19
Gift of the Major
Casey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.
Episode 1324 min1991-01-07
Flying Solo
The Major anticipates a relaxing weekend when Polly takes the girls shopping.
Episode 1424 min1991-01-14
A Bird in the Hand
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 1524 min1991-01-21
Learning to Drive
During a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the general's antique MG.
Episode 1624 min1991-02-04
The Name is Over Here
The Major and his family react to the start of the Persian Gulf War by settling a territorial dispute at home.
Episode 1724 min1991-02-11
Valentine's Day
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 1824 min1991-02-18
Sins of the Father
The Major tries to make amends for stealing a watch as a boy.
Episode 1924 min1991-02-25
The Possible Dream
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 2024 min1991-03-11
Private Affair
Elizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.
Episode 2124 min1991-03-18
Polly's Choice
Polly is asked to collaborate on a book with her former boyfriend, Evan Charters.
Episode 2224 min1991-04-08
Silent Drill Team
The Major realizes his dream of performing with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team.
Episode 2324 min1991-04-29
Elmo Come Home
Gunny reluctantly dog-sits a homeless puppy the Major hopes to adopt for Casey but becomes attached to it.
Episode 2424 min1991-05-13
Together
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.
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