Major Dad

Season 2

24 episodes

  1. 1. Safe at First Base

    24m · Sep 17, 1990

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

  2. 2. Welcome to Hollister

    24m · Sep 24, 1990

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

  3. 3. Get a Job

    24m · Oct 1, 1990

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

  4. 4. The Goat

    24m · Oct 8, 1990

    A news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.

  5. 5. First Anniversary

    24m · Oct 15, 1990

    Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.

  6. 6. Wetting Down

    24m · Oct 22, 1990

    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. 7. Infant-ry

    24m · Oct 29, 1990

    Casey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.

  8. 8. Birthday Ball

    24m · Nov 5, 1990

    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. 9. Wish You Were Here

    24m · Nov 12, 1990

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

  10. 10. Love on the Run

    24m · Nov 19, 1990

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

  11. 11. Operation Fun Run

    24m · Nov 26, 1990

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

  12. 12. Gift of the Major

    24m · Dec 19, 1990

    Casey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.

  13. 13. Flying Solo

    24m · Jan 7, 1991

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

  14. 14. A Bird in the Hand

    24m · Jan 14, 1991

    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. 15. Learning to Drive

    24m · Jan 21, 1991

    During a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the general's antique MG.

  16. 16. The Name is Over Here

    24m · Feb 4, 1991

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

  17. 17. Valentine's Day

    24m · Feb 11, 1991

    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. 18. Sins of the Father

    24m · Feb 18, 1991

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

  19. 19. The Possible Dream

    24m · Feb 25, 1991

    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. 20. Private Affair

    24m · Mar 11, 1991

    Elizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.

  21. 21. Polly's Choice

    24m · Mar 18, 1991

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

  22. 22. Silent Drill Team

    24m · Apr 8, 1991

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

  23. 23. Elmo Come Home

    24m · Apr 29, 1991

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

  24. 24. Together

    24m · May 13, 1991

    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.