M*A*S*H (TV series)

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Also known as
GenreComedy-drama
Created byLarry Gelbart
Based onMASH: A Novel About Three Army Doctors by Richard Hooker
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M*A*S*H is an American comedy-drama television series that aired on CBS from 1972 to 1983. The series is a spin-off of the 1970 film M*A*S*H, which was based on the 1968 novel MASH: A Novel About Three Army Doctors by Richard Hooker. The series was developed by Larry Gelbart and produced by 20th Century Fox Television.

Premise[edit | edit source]

The series is set during the Korean War and follows a team of doctors and support staff stationed at the "4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital" (M*A*S*H) in South Korea. The show combines elements of comedy and drama to explore the absurdities and tragedies of war.

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Production[edit | edit source]

The series was filmed primarily at the Malibu Creek State Park in California. The show's theme song, "Suicide Is Painless," was composed by Johnny Mandel. The series was known for its innovative use of black comedy and social commentary.

Reception[edit | edit source]

M*A*S*H was critically acclaimed and won numerous awards, including Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and a Peabody Award. The series finale, "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen," aired on February 28, 1983, and remains one of the most-watched television episodes in U.S. history.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

M*A*S*H has had a lasting impact on television and popular culture. It has been referenced in numerous other shows and continues to be popular in syndication.

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