The Shut Down

In the wake of defense budget cutbacks, the Major (Gerald McRaney) attempts to keep the base from closing. With Shanna Reed and Jon Cypher. 22:06 minutes.

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The General (Jon Cypher) moves in with the MacGillises when his wife throws him out. With Gerald McRaney and...

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Steel Magnolia picture

A lobbyist (guest star Vicki Lawrence) stages a protest over cutbacks in civilian personnel at the base. With...

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Close Encounters picture

The Major (Gerald McRaney) accompanies Polly (Shanna Reed) when she attends a group therapy weekend as...

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On The Line picture

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Three's A Crowd picture

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Poker Night picture

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Base Desires picture

The MacGillises face underhanded opponents in the "Military Family of the Year'' competition. Guest star: Lane...

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Lady In Waiting picture

When Elizabeth (Marisa Ryan) is hired as a waitress, Polly and the Major (Shanna Reed, Gerald McRaney) object...

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Sick Bay picture
Sick Bay (22:07)

The Major (Gerald McRaney) helps a sick Polly (Shanna Reed) finish an article in time to meet her deadline....

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When Gunny Talks picture

Elizabeth (Marisa Ryan) is preoccupied with making money after successfully using Gunny's (Beverly Archer)...

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Polly's Pen Pal picture

Robin's (Nicole Dubuc) smitten pen pal (guest star Pepper Sweeney) arrives and learns she sent him a picture...

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Educating Casey picture

The Major and Polly (Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed) succumb to the pressure when Casey (Chelsea Hertford) is...

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We've Got Trouble picture

The Major (Gerald McRaney) orders Gunny and Holowachuk (Beverly Archer, Matt Mulhern) to settle their dispute...

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Major Moonlighting picture

The Major (Gerald McRaney) moonlights as an attendant at the service station Holowachuk (Matt Mulhern)...

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Anything You Can Do picture

Gunny (Beverly Archer) suspects the motives of the perky sergeant (guest star Lorna Patterson) the General...

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The 'L' Word picture

The Major and Polly (Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed) are upset when Elizabeth (Marisa Ryan) falls for the college...

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The Shell Game picture

A land developer's plan to build a mall on the site of Camp Hollister is thwarted by a nesting turtle. With...

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Who's That Blonde? picture

To combat her deep depression, Gunny (Beverly Archer) makes drastic changes in her life. Stars Gerald McRaney,...

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A Bird in the Hand picture

The Major (Gerald McRaney) wants Gunny (Beverly Archer) to express her anger after he destroys her favorite...

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Silent Drill Team picture

The Major (Gerald McRaney) realizes his dream of performing with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team. With...

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Get a Job picture
Get a Job (23:35)

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Operation Fun Run picture

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Sins of the Father picture

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Lemon picture
Lemon (24:00)

Polly suggests that the family should seek counseling when they all feel the effects of clashing lifestyles at...

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Camp MacGillis picture

Mac wants to hear the call of the wild on a family trip to the woods, but instead he must listen to the sounds...

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See The Bridge picture

The Major worries about Holowachuk when the young lieutenant continues the quest for danger after returning...

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Just Polly and Me and the Kids Make Five picture

Before Polly can respond to Mac's marriage proposal, her daughters must be consulted and give their approval.

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The Boxer Rebellion picture

Polly encourages Elizabeth to protest a ban on wearing boxer shorts to school, but Mac sees the seeds of...

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Discipline picture
Discipline (24:00)

When Casey loses one of Mac's prized medals, he and Polly debate the effectiveness of spanking as punishment.

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Wounded Flyboy And The Nurse Who Gives Him Reason To Live picture

Mac and Polly return from their honeymoon and try to keep their romance alive, despite conflicting schedules.

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The Twinkle picture

Polly has a nervous fit when young Elizabeth falls for Lt. Holowachuk, and she calls on Mac for help.

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Major Mom picture
Major Mom (24:00)

Polly goes to jail to protect the confidentiality of a new source, and she has to leave Mac to play "Mom" at...

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Jane Wayne Day picture

Polly's indoctrination into the Corps officially begins when she reluctantly participates in "Jane Wayne Day"...

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Officer Of The Day picture

Lt. Holowachuk arranges a surprise birthday party for the Major, but the surprise is on Holowachuk when he is...

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Not With My Daughter You Don't picture

Mac plays casual Corporal Cupid for Elizabeth and the son of an old friend, but things get more serious than...

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Pilot picture
Pilot (23:59)

Major John D. MacGillis, a quintessential Marine, loyal to God and Country, deploys strategic maneuvers to win...

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The Wedding picture

Mac and Polly overcome a last-minute emergency on the base and are married in a traditional Marine ceremony.

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All Quiet On The Home Front - Part I picture

The Major is on stand-by alert for a top-secret mission into Central America and must keep the information...

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Face The Music And Dance - Part II picture

When Major MacGillis resigns from the Marine Corps and takes a job in the private sector, his family tries to...

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Major Coach picture

Mac agrees to coach Robin's basketball team, but when Robin mouths off at practice, Mac fouls out with the...

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Face The Music And Dance - Part I picture

Broadsided by budget cuts, Mac must keep his career afloat, and he has to choose between shipping the family...

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That Connell Woman picture

Mac's former girlfriend, a Lieutenant Colonel in the Corps, swings into town ready to pick up where their...

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Rescue Mission picture

A wartime buddy (Dann Florek) arrives just before the wedding and attempts to change the Major's (Gerald...

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Oops, A Daisy picture

The Major and Polly (Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed) clash when he gives Casey (Chelsea Hertford) his Red Ryder...

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General Disturbance picture

When Gen. Craig (Jon Cypher) is transferred to the White House, the Major and Gunny (Gerald McRaney, Beverly...

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Conduct Unbecoming picture

The Major (Gerald McRaney) tries to help Robin's (Nicole Dubuc) boyfriend (James Larson) when he learns the...

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Gunny Gets Robbed picture

Gunny's (Beverly Archer) friends help her try to put her life back together after she is robbed. With Gerald...

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The Spell of Grease Paint picture

The Major (Gerald McRaney) is jealous when Holowachuk (Matt Mulhern) has to do a love scene with Polly (Shanna...

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From Russia With Like picture

Major MacGillis and a visiting Russian major (Gerald McRaney, Yakov Smirnoff) have difficulty forgetting their...

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Colonel of Truth picture

When the Major (Gerald McRaney) fails to be promoted to colonel, he considers leaving the Marine Corps. Guest...

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Come Rain or Come Shine picture

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Piano Lesson picture

When Polly (Shannon Reed) forces the Major (Gerald McRaney) to take piano lessons, he nearly misses the first...

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Night School picture

The Major and the General (Gerald McRaney, Jon Cypher) sign up for the same class at a local college, much to...

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I'll Be Seeing You picture

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About Face picture
About Face (22:06)

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Old Acquaintance picture

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Blue Tenant Holowachuk picture

Apartment manager Holowachuk backs a rent strike against landlord Craig.

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One For The Road picture

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Gunny's Veiled Threat picture

Gunny (Beverly Archer) works under cover in a harem to protect the visiting Emir of Katodd (guest star Harvey...

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The Election Show picture

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There's No Place Like Farlow picture

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A Catered Affair picture

Elizabeth (Marisa Ryan) persuades the Major (Gerald McRaney) to hire her to cater a reception for visiting...

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Here's Looking At You, Pol picture

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The People's Choice: Part 2 picture

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The People's Choice: Part 1 picture

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In The Brick Of Time picture

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The Noisy Drill Team picture

The General (Jon Cypher) orders his staff to ingratiate themselves with the committee inspecting the base....

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Charlotte's Web picture

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Three Angry Marines picture

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A Few Good Men picture

The Major (Gerald McRaney) is chosen to represent Camp Hollister on a calendar depicting ideal servicemen....

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The Shut Down picture

In the wake of defense budget cutbacks, the Major (Gerald McRaney) attempts to keep the base from closing....

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