The BEST episodes of Major Dad season 2
Every episode of Major Dad season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Major Dad season 2!
The first season is set at the fictional Camp Singleton (meant to represent Camp Pendleton) where hard-charging United States Marine Corps Major John D. “Mac” MacGillis is commander of the infantry training school. MacGillis's life is changed when he falls in love with a liberal journalist, Polly Cooper. At the beginning of the second season, the MacGillis family moves to Camp Hollister (based on Marine Corps Base Quantico) where Mac must adapt to the role of Staff Secretary (or, “Staff Weenie”) and the crazy antics of Commanding General Marcus C. Craig, Aide-de-Camp 1st Lt. Eugene Holowachuk, and Gunnery Sgt. Alva "Gunny" Bricker.
#1 - 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.
#2 - 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.
#3 - Flying Solo
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/7/1991
The Major anticipates a relaxing weekend when Polly takes the girls shopping.
Watch Now:Amazon#4 - 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.
Watch Now:Amazon#5 - 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.
#6 - 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.
#7 - 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.
#8 - 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.
#9 - 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.
#10 - 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.
Watch Now:Amazon#11 - 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.
#12 - 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.
#13 - Gift of the Major
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/19/1990
Casey's much-wanted toy goes to a needy child.
#14 - Infant-ry
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/29/1990
Casey goes overboard to get the Major's attention and becomes a mini-Marine.
#15 - Love on the Run
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/19/1990
Lt. Holowachuk and his blind date make immediate wedding plans.
#16 - 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.
#17 - 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.
#18 - First Anniversary
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/15/1990
Gunny baby-sits on the Major and Polly's first anniversary.
#19 - 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.
#20 - 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.
#21 - Private Affair
Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 3/11/1991
Elizabeth's new beau is a practical-joking Marine the Major doesn't like.
#22 - 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.
#23 - The Goat
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/8/1990
A news story lies about her baseball team's playoff loss to Robin.
#24 - 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.