Seasons & Episodes
Major Dad
Polly writes a distressing article on the Marines. The Major sets out to prove her wrong, and they fall in love.
Just Polly & Me, and the Kids Make Five
The Major proposes, but Polly's daughters must approve.
Rescue Mission
Major Smiley, an old pal, tries to dissuade the Major from marriage.
Wedding
An alert on the base interrupts the Major and Polly's wedding day.
Wounded Flyboy and the Nurse Who Gave Him Reason to Live
The Major and Polly have trouble finding time together because of their busy schedules.
Twinkle
Polly asks the Major to straighten things out when Elizabeth falls for Lt. Holowachuk.
Jane Wayne Day
Polly endures a survival-training day for Marine wives.
Robin's Awakening
A long-distance chess match comes to town for the final battle and it turns out that a young teen sparks an interest in
Major Mom
Polly goes to jail to protect a news source.
Love Doctor
Sgt. James decides to pursue a career as a radio personality instead of re-enlisting.
See the Hill ... Over the Hill
The Major worries he may be over the hill and challenges a reluctant Holowachuk to a martial arts rematch.
Boxer Rebellion
The Major and Polly disagree about the dress code at Elizabeth's school. The Major says change the schoolboard, and Poll
Discipline
The Major and Polly think of how to punish Casey for losing one of The Major's medals.
Lemon
Clashing lifestyles send the family to a counselor after the Major dumps the girls' dead pet bird.
That Connell Woman
An old girlfriend and Lt. Colonel has romantic designs on the Major.
Jr.
Polly has morning sickness and gives the Major hopes of fatherhood.
Major Coach
Hard feelings arise after Polly ask the Major to coach Robin's basketball team. Lt. Holowachuk buys an expensive camera
Camp MacGillis
The Major takes th family on a camping trip.
Not with My Daughter You Don't
The Major becomes an overprotective father when Elizabeth's new boyfriend Chip becomes more serious.
Officer of the Day
Lt. Holowachuk gets in trouble when he plans a secret country hoe-down birthday party for the Major.
All Quiet on the Home Front, pt. 1
The Major is put on alert for a top-secret mission
All Quiet on the Home Front, pt. 2
The Major's family welcomes him back, but he thinks they resent his job.
See the Bridge
After returning safely from combat, Lt. Holowachuk craves danger.
Standing Tall
Casey takes the Major's advice on how to handle a bully.
Face the Music ... and Dance, pt. 1
The Major takes a job offer to be transferred to Camp Hollister in Virginia.
Face the Music ... and Dance, pt. 2
The Major decides to quite the Corps.
Safe at First Base
The Major adjusts to his new post at Camp Hollister, where the General's grandson takes pictures of Polly.
Welcome to Hollister
The camp prepares for the Vice President's airplane refueling stop, which General Craig makes the Major in charge of.
Get a Job
Polly gets a job at a newspaper on the base, "The Bulldog," writing the human interest stories.
The Goat
A news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.
First Anniversary
Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.
Wetting Down
In opposition to Marine traditions, Holowachuk does not want alcohol at his wetting down to celebrate making 1st Lieuten
Infant-ry
Casey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.
Birthday Ball
The major needs a guest of honor for a base celebration of the Corps' 215th anniversary, and Vice President Quayle respo
Wish You Were Here
The Major tries to be spontaneous by taking the family on a last-minute trip to Hawaii.
Love on the Run
Lt. Holowachuk and his blind date make immediate wedding plans.
Operation Fun Run
A hospital visit prevents the Major from completing a Navy Relief fund-raising project, so Gunny and Lt. Holowachuk must
Gift of the Major
Casey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.
Flying Solo
The Major anticipates a relaxing weekend when Polly takes the girls shopping.
A Bird in the Hand
The Major wants Gunny to express her anger after he accidentally destroys her favorite possession, a ceramic eagle onc
Learning to Drive
During a driving lesson with the Major, Elizabeth hits the general's antique MG.
The Name is Over Here
The Major and his family react to the start of the Persian Gulf War by settling a territorial dispute at home.
Valentine's Day
The Major is embarrassed by Polly's valentine tribute to him in the base newspaper when it reveals his romantic side in
Sins of the Father
The Major tries to make amends for stealing a watch as a boy.
The Possible Dream
The officers organize a Marine talent show. The general, who no one thinks has talent, wants to perform and has to sing
Private Affair
Elizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.
Polly's Choice
Polly is asked to collaborate on a book with her former boyfriend, Evan Charters.
Silent Drill Team
The Major realizes his dream of performing with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Team.
Elmo Come Home
Gunny reluctantly dog-sits a homeless puppy the Major hopes to adopt for Casey but becomes attached to it.
Together
The Major is charged with writing a speech welcoming troops home from Saudi Arabia. He also decides he wants to adopt P
The Shut Down
Defense cutbacks threaten Camp Hollister.
Major Moonlighting
The Major moonlights as an attendant at the service station Holowachuk manages.
Polly's Pen Pal
Robin's smitten penpal, Lt. Vickers, arrives and learns she sent him a picture of Polly.
A Few Good Men
The Major is chosen to represent Camp Hollister on a calendar depicting ideal servicemen.
Poker Night
General Craig orders his staff to have a night of fun to boost sagging morale.
Anything You Can Do I Can Do Perky
Gunny suspects the motives of the perky sergeant the General assigns to assist her.
Educating Casey
The Major and Polly succumb to the pressure when Casey is chosen to apply for an accelerated school, which means inter
Lady in Waiting
When Elizabeth is hired as a waitress, Polly and the Major object to her provocative uniform (short, fluffy black dress,
General Unrest
The General moves in with the MacGillises when his wife throws him out.
Steel Magnolia
A lobbyist stages a protest over cutbacks in civilian personnel at the base.
On the Line
The Marines take over for civilian employees who strike to protest cutbacks at the base.
The Shell Game
A land developer's plan to build a mall on the site of Camp Hollister is thwarted by a nesting turtle.
Who's That Blonde ?
Gunny dyes her hair blond after the bill allowing women to be in combat fails; Lt. Holowachuk spruces up his "space."
We've Got Trouble
Lt. Holowachuk and Gunny get competitive at pool.
Three's a Crowd
Casey's new boyfriend likes hanging out with the Major.
Three Angry Marines
Gunny, Holowachuk, and the Major are assigned to a court-martial panel but have different opinions about the case.
Close Encounters
The MacGillises participate in a marriage workshop during a weekend getaway.
Base Desires
The MacGillises vie with another family to be military family of the year.
When Gunny Talks
Gunny gives successful investment tips to Elizabeth, who then becomes concerned only with making money.
The L Word
Elizabeth falls for her tutor; Gunny's beau says too much.
Sick Bay
The Major writes an article on raising children for a bedridden Polly that doesn't sit well with her.
Charlotte's Web
An "adopt-a-Marine" program pairs Holowachuk with a wild woman.
The Noisy Drill Team
Gen. Craig prepares the base for inspection by the closure committee.
In the Brick of Time
Polly prepares an upbeat documentary on Camp Hollister's closing.
The People's Choice, pt. 1
The visit of the Major's father, Jake, creates tension.
The People's Choice, pt. 2
Jake moves in with Lt. Holowachuk after a fight with the Major.
Here's Looking at You, Pol
Revealing old photos of mayoral candidate Polly hit the papers.
Catered Affair
The Major must hire Elizabeth to cater a reception for a visiting general.
There's No Place Like Farlow
Casey has a fever and Oz-like nightmares on Halloween.
The Election Show
The Major takes a leave of absence and goes with Polly on the election trail when she runs for mayor.
Gunny's Veiled Threat
Gunny joins the Secret Service and becomes a harem member to guard a visiting emir.
One for the Road
Fearing a crash, Elizabeth won't drive her new car; Gen. Craig is on crutches and creating havoc with them.
Blue Tenant Holowachuk
Apartment manager Lt. Holowachuk backs a rent strike against the landlord: Gen. Craig.
Old Acquaintance
A change in her college friends disturbs Polly.
About Face
Everyone jumps to conclusions about Gen. Craig's activities.
I'll Be Seeing You
Polly is enlisted to be hostess of the '40s-themed USO ball, where new and old loves are sparked.
Night School
Gen. Craig and the Major go to night school.
Piano Lesson
The Major is embarrassed about taking piano lessons.
Come Rain or Come Shine
A corporate headhunter woos several marines.
Colonel of Truth
After being denied a promotion, the Major considers leaving the Marines.
From Russia with Like
The major and a visiting Russian officer compete.
The Spell of Grease Paint
Polly's role in a play opposite Lt. Holowachuk makes the Major jealous.
Gunny Gets Robbed
Gunny's apartment is robbed.
Conduct Unbecoming
The Major suspects Robin's new boyfriend may be battered by his father, another major, despite denials from the family
General Disturbance
General Craig is transferred to the White House.
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 figh
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