How long did "M*A*S*H" run?
"M*A*S*H" aired from 1972 to 1983, roughly three times longer than the Korean War it was set in.
What was "M*A*S*H" based on?
The "M*A*S*H" TV series was based on Robert Altman's 1970 film, which was adapted from a novel by Richard Hooker.
Why was there no laugh track in the operating room scenes?
"M*A*S*H" didn't use a laugh track during operating room scenes.
What Emmys did Alan Alda win for "M*A*S*H"?
Alan Alda won Emmys for acting, writing, and directing "M*A*S*H."
Who was the only main actor from the "M*A*S*H" movie to play the same role on TV?
Gary Burghoff, who played Radar, was the only main actor to play the same role in both the "M*A*S*H" movie and TV series.
Where was "M*A*S*H" filmed?
Outdoor scenes for "M*A*S*H" were filmed at a ranch in what is now Malibu Creek State Park, and a wildfire burned the set in 1982.
Why did Klinger wear dresses?
Klinger wore dresses on "M*A*S*H" as part of a scheme to get discharged from the Army.
What did the "M*A*S*H" cast bury on the studio lot?
The "M*A*S*H" cast buried a time capsule on the studio lot.
Does the Smithsonian have "M*A*S*H" items?
The Smithsonian has pieces of the Swamp set from "M*A*S*H."
What did "M*A*S*H" stand for?
"MASH" stands for Mobile Army Surgical Hospital.
Where does the word "transistor" come from?
The word "transistor" was coined by Bell Labs engineer John Pierce as a mash-up of "transfer" and "resistor."