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The Worst Episodes of Major Dad

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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 1993 on CBS, starring Gerald McRaney as Major John D.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Major Dad Season 2 Episode 1 - Safe at First Base
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    #1 - Safe at First Base

    S2:E1

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 2 - Welcome to Hollister
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    #2 - Welcome to Hollister

    S2:E2

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 3 - Get a Job
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    #3 - Get a Job

    S2:E3

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 4 - The Goat
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    #4 - The Goat

    S2:E4

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 5 - First Anniversary
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    #5 - First Anniversary

    S2:E5

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 6 - Wetting Down
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    #6 - Wetting Down

    S2:E6

    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:Unknown

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  7. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 7 - Infant-ry
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    #7 - Infant-ry

    S2:E7

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Peter Garcia

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  8. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 8 - Birthday Ball
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    #8 - Birthday Ball

    S2:E8

    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:Unknown

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  9. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 9 - Wish You Were Here
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    #9 - Wish You Were Here

    S2:E9

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 10 - Love on the Run
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    #10 - Love on the Run

    S2:E10

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Janet Leahy

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  11. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 11 - Operation Fun Run
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    #11 - Operation Fun Run

    S2:E11

    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:Unknown

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  12. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 12 - Gift of the Major
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    #12 - Gift of the Major

    S2:E12

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 13 - Flying Solo
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    #13 - Flying Solo

    S2:E13

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 14 - A Bird in the Hand
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    #14 - A Bird in the Hand

    S2:E14

    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:Unknown

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  15. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 15 - Learning to Drive
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    #15 - Learning to Drive

    S2:E15

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Lisa Albert

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  16. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 16 - The Name is Over Here
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    #16 - The Name is Over Here

    S2:E16

    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:Unknown

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  17. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 17 - Valentine's Day
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    #17 - Valentine's Day

    S2:E17

    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:Unknown

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  18. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 18 - Sins of the Father
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    #18 - Sins of the Father

    S2:E18

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 19 - The Possible Dream
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    #19 - The Possible Dream

    S2:E19

    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:Unknown

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  20. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 20 - Private Affair
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    #20 - Private Affair

    S2:E20

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 21 - Polly's Choice
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    #21 - Polly's Choice

    S2:E21

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 22 - Silent Drill Team
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    #22 - Silent Drill Team

    S2:E22

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 23 - Elmo Come Home
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    #23 - Elmo Come Home

    S2:E23

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

    Director:Michael Lembeck
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Major Dad Season 2 Episode 24 - Together
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    #24 - Together

    S2:E24

    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:Unknown

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  25. Major Dad Season 1 Episode 3 - Rescue Mission
    8.0/10(63 votes)

    #25 - Rescue Mission

    S1:E3

    Major Smiley, an old pal, tries to dissuade the Major from marriage.

    Director:Will Mackenzie
    Writer:Janet Leahy

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Safe at First Base" is the worst rated episode of "Major Dad". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Michael Lembeck and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/17/1990. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Welcome to Hollister".