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Trapper John MD: The MASH Offshoot That Lasted
18 Mar
Summary
- Trapper John, M.D. was a CBS spin-off of the iconic M*A*S*H.
- The series featured Pernell Roberts as an older Trapper John McIntyre.
- It aired for seven seasons as an hour-long medical drama.
The groundbreaking sitcom "M*A*S*H," a defining show of the 1970s, left an indelible mark on television history. Its immense popularity naturally led to attempts to capitalize on its success.
One such endeavor was "Trapper John, M.D.," which premiered in 1979 on CBS. This series centered on "Trapper" John McIntyre, a character familiar from the early seasons of "M*A*S*H," now played by Pernell Roberts. Unlike its predecessor's half-hour comedy format, "Trapper John, M.D." adopted an hour-long medical drama style.
Set in contemporary times at San Francisco Memorial Hospital, the show followed an older Trapper John as Chief of Surgery. "Trapper John, M.D." aired for seven seasons, concluding in 1986. While eventually outshone by later medical dramas like "ER," it remains notable as the sole successful spin-off from the "M*A*S*H" universe.
