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The Best Episodes of Major Dad Season 2

Every episode of Major Dad Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Major Dad Season 2!

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...
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Network:CBS

Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Safe at First Base" is the best rated episode of "Major Dad" season 2. It scored 8.1/10 based on 61 votes. Directed by Michael Lembeck and written by N/A, it aired on 9/17/1990. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Welcome to Hollister".

  • Safe at First Base
    8.1/1061 votes

    #1 - Safe at First Base

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/17/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Welcome to Hollister
    8.3/1056 votes

    #2 - Welcome to Hollister

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 9/24/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Get a Job
    8.3/1056 votes

    #3 - Get a Job

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 10/1/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • The Goat
    8.2/1055 votes

    #4 - The Goat

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/8/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • First Anniversary
    8.3/1057 votes

    #5 - First Anniversary

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 10/15/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Wetting Down
    8.1/1055 votes

    #6 - Wetting Down

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 10/22/1990

    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.

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Infant-ry
    8.6/1053 votes

    #7 - Infant-ry

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 10/29/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: Peter Garcia

  • Birthday Ball
    8.5/1057 votes

    #8 - Birthday Ball

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 11/5/1990

    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.

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Wish You Were Here
    8.2/1052 votes

    #9 - Wish You Were Here

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 11/12/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Love on the Run
    8.3/1053 votes

    #10 - Love on the Run

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 11/19/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: Janet Leahy

  • Operation Fun Run
    8.3/1054 votes

    #11 - Operation Fun Run

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 11/26/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Gift of the Major
    8.1/1059 votes

    #12 - Gift of the Major

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 12/19/1990

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Flying Solo
    8.2/1055 votes

    #13 - Flying Solo

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 1/7/1991

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • A Bird in the Hand
    8.6/1053 votes

    #14 - A Bird in the Hand

    Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 1/14/1991

    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.

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Learning to Drive
    8.1/1053 votes

    #15 - Learning to Drive

    Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 1/21/1991

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: Lisa Albert

  • The Name is Over Here
    8.6/1058 votes

    #16 - The Name is Over Here

    Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 2/4/1991

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Valentine's Day
    8.4/1052 votes

    #17 - Valentine's Day

    Season 2 Episode 17 - Aired 2/11/1991

    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.

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Sins of the Father
    8.2/1054 votes

    #18 - Sins of the Father

    Season 2 Episode 18 - Aired 2/18/1991

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • The Possible Dream
    8.6/1052 votes

    #19 - The Possible Dream

    Season 2 Episode 19 - Aired 2/25/1991

    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.

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Private Affair
    8.3/1052 votes

    #20 - Private Affair

    Season 2 Episode 20 - Aired 3/11/1991

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Polly's Choice
    8.2/1056 votes

    #21 - Polly's Choice

    Season 2 Episode 21 - Aired 3/18/1991

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Silent Drill Team
    9.1/1063 votes

    #22 - Silent Drill Team

    Season 2 Episode 22 - Aired 4/8/1991

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Elmo Come Home
    8.3/1052 votes

    #23 - Elmo Come Home

    Season 2 Episode 23 - Aired 4/29/1991

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

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A

  • Together
    9.0/1055 votes

    #24 - Together

    Season 2 Episode 24 - Aired 5/13/1991

    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.

    Director: Michael Lembeck

    Writer: N/A