Sometimes we all need an escape from the dreary weather and deluge of news, and there are episodes of M*A*S*H that are fun escapes from reality. This week, see a script from, and learn more about, the episode “Movie Tonight!” themashhistorian.com/2026/02/02/s...

Happy birthday, Dr. H. Richard Hornberger Jr. (1924 - 1997), MASH surgeon in the Korean War and author of the original M*A*S*H novel (written under the pen name Richard Hooker)

In 2025, I rewatched M*A*S*H, one season per month. Since I finished the series, I decided to wrap up the rewatch by revisiting the M*A*S*H spin-off, AfterMASH. Does it deserve the hate it gets today? Learn more in this month’s bonus post! themashhistorian.com/2026/01/31/m...

Since it's Alan Alda's birthday today, why not listen to our episode on M*A*S*H with @mashhistorian.bsky.social! I have learned so much from Eric and the awesome work he does preserving one of the most iconic and influential shows in TV history. shows.acast.com/the-history-...

Happy 90th birthday to the legendary Alan Alda!

Another M*A*S*H licensed product this week as we look at this tote bag from 1981 made by A.D.I. Learn more about A.D.I. and the tote bag in this week’s post! themashhistorian.com/2026/01/26/m...

On January 25, 1970, M*A*S*H premiered in theaters in the United States. Despite its small budget, it went on to become the 3rd highest grossing film of the year at the domestic box office!

The 2002 book, Stay Tuned: Television’s Unforgettable Moments, is a multimedia book that includes a DVD. It covers the key moments in the history of television, including the M*A*S*H finale. Learn more about the book in this week’s post! themashhistorian.com/2026/01/20/f...

Happy birthday, Johnny Haymer (1920 - 1989), M*A*S*H’s Staff Sergeant Zelmo Zale

Happy Birthday, Kellye Nakahara (1948 - 2020), M*A*S*H’s lovable Nurse Kellye

In September 1983, AfterMASH debuted as the highest rated show in its first week. But the reviews of the series weren’t kind (and proved to be correct). Learn more about the initial reaction to AfterMASH in this week’s post! themashhistorian.com/2026/01/12/m...

In season four, M*A*S*H fans met Col. Potter. The writers slowly introduced him over the course of the season, and one episode that was key to that introduction was “Dear Mildred.” In this week’s post, learn more about the episode and see two scripts from it! themashhistorian.com/2026/01/05/s...

In 2025, I rewatched M*A*S*H, one season per month. Since I finished the series last month, I rewatched the Robert Altman film in December! In this bonus post, read my wrap-up of the 1970 M*A*S*H movie! themashhistorian.com/2025/12/31/m...

As we get ready to kick off the new year, it’s time to change calendars! Did you know that there were M*A*S*H calendars when the show originally aired? Learn more about three of the vintage calendars in this week’s post! themashhistorian.com/2025/12/29/m...

Wishing everyone a Merry M*A*S*H Christmas and a happy holiday season!

As we approach the Christmas holiday, I found an object that represents a moment that took place in a MASH unit during the Korean War. In this week’s post, learn more about a Santa ornament that commemorates a moment from the 8076th MASH in 1950! themashhistorian.com/2025/12/22/m...

In his book, “One Foot on the Floor: The Curious Evolution of Sex on Television from I Love Lucy to South Park,” Louis Chunovic explores the portrayal of sex on television. He includes a discussion of M*A*S*H, so learn more about the book in this week’s post! themashhistorian.com/2025/12/17/f...

Today, “Goodbye, Farewell and Amen” ranks among the best finales in the history of television, but in 1983, reviews were mixed. In this week’s post, take a look back at reviews of the M*A*S*H finale immediately after it aired! themashhistorian.com/2025/12/08/m...

In this week’s Script Spotlight, we go back to season 2 with the episode “The Incubator!” Click the link to learn more and see a script that was owned by the episodes’ director, Jackie Cooper! themashhistorian.com/2025/12/01/s...

Throughout 2025, I am rewatching M*A*S*H, one season per month. Season eleven brought the series to a close with fifteen episodes and a grand finale. In this bonus post, read my wrap-up of the M*A*S*H rewatch! themashhistorian.com/2025/11/30/m...

In the book “Glued to the Set,” author Steven D. Stark reviews the most important television shows and events that impacted culture and society. He includes M*A*S*H, so read today’s post to learn more about this book and how M*A*S*H fits into the big picture! themashhistorian.com/2025/11/29/f...

One of the more bizarre M*A*S*H products sold in the early 1980s were these M*A*S*H bedsheets and bedding products made by Bibb. In this week’s post, learn how you could sleep with your favorite television show! themashhistorian.com/2025/11/24/m...

Happy birthday, McLean Stevenson (1927 - 1996), M*A*S*H’s Lt. Col. Henry Blake

The season 11 M*A*S*H episode “Strange Bedfellows” reveals surprising information about some of the personnel of the 4077th. Does Charles snore?? Find out and learn about a script for this episode in this week’s post! themashhistorian.com/2025/11/10/s...

Today is Loretta Swit’s (1937 - 2025) birthday, and this is the first year celebrating it without her. Today, we remember the incredibly talented woman who brought M*A*S*H’s Major Margaret Houlihan to life.

Over the eleven year run of M*A*S*H, the cast and crew received many items including jackets. But did you know that one of those jackets was gifted to the President of United States in 1981? Learn more in this week’s post! themashhistorian.com/2025/11/03/p...

Today marks the 4th anniversary of The M*A*S*H Historian. In this special post, I reflect on the last year. The M*A*S*H community means a lot to me, and I thank you all for continuing to support me as I share M*A*S*H stories! themashhistorian.com/2025/11/01/t...

Happy birthday, David Ogden Stiers (1942 - 2018), M*A*S*H’s Major Charles Emerson Winchester III

Throughout 2025, I am rewatching M*A*S*H, one season per month. The penultimate season offered a mix of comedic and dramatic episodes. In this bonus post, read my wrap-up of M*A*S*H season 10! themashhistorian.com/2025/10/30/m...

In 1975, Durham’s produced figures of Hawkeye and Margaret that featured a karate chop action 🤔 Learn more about these unusual, early M*A*S*H toys in this week’s post! themashhistorian.com/2025/10/27/m...

M*A*S*H fans know the novel, movie, and television series, but did you know that there is a stage play? And it is still being performed today! In this week’s post, learn more about the M*A*S*H play that was adapted by Tim Kelly in 1973! themashhistorian.com/2025/10/21/f...

Happy birthday, William Christopher (1932 - 2016), M*A*S*H’s Father John Francis Patrick Mulcahy

Was talking about "M*A*S*H" at the game store today (as one does), and I told my friend all about @mashhistorian.bsky.social, he was thrilled. Hear the conversation we had with Eric (almost a year ago!) about the show, its legacy, and more. shows.acast.com/the-history-...

January 14, 1983 was just a normal Friday for most people, but to the cast and crew of M*A*S*H, it was the final day of filming for the eleven year series. I this week’s post, look back at the headlines from M*A*S*H’s final day of production! themashhistorian.com/2025/10/13/m...

The season 10 episode “Blood and Guts” is the second episode to feature a prominent war correspondent visiting the 4077th, but the outcome is very different this time. In this week’s post, see a script from the episode and learn more about it! themashhistorian.com/2025/10/06/s...

In the late 1970s, Alan Alda gave several commencement addresses to future doctors. In this week’s post, see a portion of one of Alda's speeches from 1979, and meet a doctor who was inspired by his words! themashhistorian.com/2025/09/30/m...

Happy birthday, Larry Linville (1939 - 2000), M*A*S*H’s Major Frank Burns

Throughout 2025, I am rewatching M*A*S*H, one season per month. Season 9 is one of the shortest seasons, but the war is beginning to take a toll on the personnel of the 4077th. In this September bonus post, read my wrap-up of M*A*S*H season 9! themashhistorian.com/2025/09/28/m...

42 years ago toady, AfterMASH debuted (September 26, 1983) on CBS! The series starred three M*A*S*H regulars and began with strong ratings, but the audience quickly declined. Ultimately, the series was cancelled before the end of its second season.

Happy Birthday, Rosalind Chao! Soon-Lee Klinger in both M*A*S*H and AfterMASH!

The documentary, “M*A*S*H: The Comedy that Changed Television,” is available on Blu-ray! In this week’s post, learn more about the 89 minute feature documentary and the 61 minutes of bonus interviews with the M*A*S*H writers! themashhistorian.com/2025/09/22/f...

Happy Anniversary, M*A*S*H! The series debuted on CBS 53 years ago today!

It is release day!! “M*A*S*H: The Comedy that Changed Television” is now available on Blu-Ray! Click the link to learn how to order yours today! >>> themashhistorian.com/2025/08/20/a...

There are not many M*A*S*H products featuring the original cast. That is what makes this beach towel from 1974 unique…and a mystery! Check out this week’s post to learn more! themashhistorian.com/2025/09/15/m...

In the 1970s and 1980s, press photos and releases were key for networks to promote their shows. With press photos, often the back of the photo tells more of a story than the front. In this week’s post, learn more about this 1973 M*A*S*H press photo of Alan Alda! themashhistorian.com/2025/09/08/p...

When I first watched M*A*S*H in the mid-2000s on FX, there was one episode that they skipped: “Tell it to the Marines” (09x08). I am not sure why, but in this week’s post, learn more about this episode and see a script from it! themashhistorian.com/2025/09/01/s...

Throughout 2025, I am rewatching M*A*S*H, one season per month. Season 8 featured a farewell to a favorite character and a rare, multi-episode lull in the fighting. In this August bonus post, read my wrap-up of M*A*S*H season 8! themashhistorian.com/2025/08/31/m...

Happy birthday, G.W. Bailey, M*A*S*H’s Staff Sergeant Luther Rizzo!

I’m sad to report the passing of prolific television writer David Ketchum. He has an impressive resume, including being the co-writer of the M*A*S*H episode “Tuttle.” He passed away on August 10th at the age of 97. www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/d...

In 1971, Richard Hooker (the pen name of MASH surgeon H. Richard Hornberger, Jr.) published “M*A*S*H Goes to Maine,” the sequel to M*A*S*H. In this week’s post, learn more about the book and what happened to the surgeons of the 4077th after the Korean War! themashhistorian.com/2025/08/25/f...