Major Dad
Series Overview
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. MacGillis and Shanna Reed as his wife Polly. The cast also includes Beverly Archer, Matt Mulhern, Jon Cypher, Marisa Ryan, Nicole Dubuc and Chelsea Hertford.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
4 Seasons • 96 Episodes
24–30 min per episode
1989 – 1993
Premiered: Sun, Sep 17, 1989
Latest Aired Episode
Season 4, Episode 22: “Oops, a Daisy”
Polly and the Major get in an arguement over his birthday gift to Casey, a Daisy rifle. But who eventually wins the fight?
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard C. Okie
Janet Leahy
Department Leadership Roster
Janet Leahy
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Major Dad about?
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. MacGillis and Shanna Reed as his wife Polly. The cast also includes Beverly Archer, Matt Mulhern, Jon Cypher, Marisa Ryan, Nicole Dubuc and Chelsea Hertford.
How many seasons does Major Dad have?
Major Dad comprises 4 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Major Dad?
Key cast members in Major Dad include Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed, Matt Mulhern, Jon Cypher, Beverly Archer.
Who created or directed Major Dad?
Major Dad was developed and directed by Richard C. Okie.