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Trapper John, M.D.

1979·Show
151Episodes in7Seasons
IMDb6.6
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Trapper John, M.D. fingerprint

Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

  • Nostalgia9
  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Dialogue Quality6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

Trapper John, M.D. is an American television medical drama and spin-off of the film MASH, concerning a lovable doctor who became a mentor and father figure in San Francisco, California. The show ran on CBS from September 23, 1979, to September 4, 1986.
Classic Medical DramaEnsemble Cast ChemistryEmotional ResonanceNostalgic TV ExperienceEthical DilemmasHeartwarming StorytellingCharacter-Driven NarrativeSafe Family ViewingRealistic Hospital ProceduresEnduring Cultural Icon

Crew

Directed by:
Earl Bellamy, Bernard McEveety, Leo Penn
Written by:
Don Brinkley, Nancy Bond, Charles Larson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Trapper John, M.D.

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Is Trapper John, M.D. worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Trapper John, M.D. have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 151 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Trapper John, M.D. air?

It ran from 1979 to 1986 and has ended.

What language is Trapper John, M.D. in?

English

It was made in English.

What tropes does Trapper John, M.D. use?

Bunny-Ears LawyerExpyThe Gambling AddictBase on WheelsChronic Hero SyndromeShout-OutChristmas EpisodeIn Name OnlyActor AllusionCelebrity ParadoxClear My NameDr. Jerkand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Trapper John, M.D., including Bunny-Ears Lawyer, Expy, The Gambling Addict.