M*A*S*H Comes to TV Land in January 2007! - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

nickandmore · 09-19-2006, 06:07 PM

See the info from TV Land's board:

http://www.tvland.com/boards/viewthr...ml.16_A&_DAV=2

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"M*A*S*H*" brings in the New Year on TV Land
Date 09.19.06 1:28 PM
From: TVLTheLink

TV Land enters 2007 with a week-long celebration of the acquisition of "M*A*S*H" on January 1-7, 2007. Included in the TV Land acquisition is all episodes of the series, the 20th and 30th Anniversary specials, and special online and onair blocks about the actors and what they did before they became part of the 4007th. Further details will be posted as they become available.
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Pavan · 09-19-2006, 10:51 PM

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/20...girl-mash.html

TVJunkie101 · 09-20-2006, 12:23 AM

I know the show is insanely popular ... but ... ugh.

71dude · 09-20-2006, 10:43 PM

Seriously, this must be the most overplayed show of the last 20 years.

Chocoholic · 09-21-2006, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 71dude

Seriously, this must be the most overplayed show of the last 20 years.

Nah, I think that honor goes to Law & Order and its offspring, which all seem like the same show to me They take up two whole networks now.

tdf4077 · 09-21-2006, 06:36 PM

Well, I guess my only question is why attack such a popular show on it's boards?

TJL · 09-21-2006, 07:56 PM

Wow, FX, Hallmark Channel, and now TV Land in only a few years.
This overplayed show is very busy!

Pavan · 09-21-2006, 11:24 PM

It has been off of FX since it joined Hallmark.

Scoobiedoo30 · 09-21-2006, 11:46 PM

I know that M*A*S*H Will do awsome fot TV Land

Kristen · 09-22-2006, 11:30 PM

I'm actually happy about this, b/c I don't get Hallmark, and the only time I can catch MASH is on my local station. It'll be nice to see it more regularly. And I'm glad to know they have everything in their package. I was wondering about "Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen."

Scoobiedoo30 · 09-23-2006, 12:45 AM

I know that U am going to enjoy M*A*S*H on TV Land

treky · 09-23-2006, 02:55 AM

oh boy; I can't wait! Just what we need; another 25 minute show chopped down to 21 minutes. Not to mention what they do with the endings!

Think I'll stick to my DVDs of the show.

Scoobiedoo30 · 09-23-2006, 11:25 AM

I know That if The Hallmark Still has The Right's to M*A*S*H in Januraruy of 2007 I am going to watch M*A*S*H On The Hallmark Channel and TV Land

Pavan · 09-27-2006, 01:04 PM

Hawkeye, Hot Lips, Radar and the Gang from the M*A*S*H 4077th Roll into TV Land's Line-Up Beginning in January

NEW YORK, Sept. 27 -- TV Land has secured the exclusive primetime and overnight rights to all 255 episodes of Twentieth Television's M*A*S*H - one of the most successful shows ever seen on television - beginning in January 2007, it was announced today. The series, which aired for eleven years on broadcast television and garnered fourteen Emmy Awards, remains one of the most celebrated shows ever and is widely lauded for its realistic storylines and ability to embrace both comedy and drama into one show.

"M*A*S*H is truly one of the most beloved series in TV history and the perfect fit for TV Land as we continue to superserve our baby boomer audience," states Jaclyn Cohen, Senior Vice President, Programming and Acquisitions, TV Land & Nick at Nite. "M*A*S*H is a natural extension of our programming strategy of presenting hit acquired programming alongside TV Land originals to celebrate programming that is iconic to baby boomers, the first generation to grow up with television."

Steve MacDonald, Twentieth Television's executive vice president, general sales manager, basic cable, added, "We are delighted to enter this agreement with TV Land on M*A*S*H. This program's unparalleled strength and success, along with its ability to build networks, marries well with TV Land's strategy to further grow its brand in TV homes throughout the country."

According to a recent TV Land survey, M*A*S*H is THE #1 favorite show among Adults 40-59 and a Top 5 show among all adults. Additionally, baby boomers selected M*A*S*H as their all-time favorite TV show, followed by CSI, Star Trek (which joins TV Land in November), Law & Order and 24. Also, Alan Alda's Captain "Hawkeye" Pierce character ranks as a top 5 all-time favorite TV character among Adults 18-59.

M*A*S*H will join TV Land's line-up with a special week-long primetime and overnight showcase (8PM - 8AM, all times ET/PT) from January 1 through Sunday, January 7, 2007.

Throughout the week, TV Land will complement classic episodes of M*A*S*H with specials, including the shows' 20th and 30th Anniversary
retrospectives, the original M*A*S*H movie, the shows' landmark series finale and other M*A*S*H themed programming. The M*A*S*H finale remains one of the most successful show installments in television history and - when broadcast in 1983 - was a major programming milestone which attracted over 105 million viewers, the largest TV audience ever.

Based on the 1970 Robert Altman film of the same name, M*A*S*H revolves around life at the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital, where wounded and sick soldiers are treated. The show centers around Dr. Benjamin Franklin "Hawkeye" Pierce (Alan Alda) and Dr. "Trapper" John McIntyre (Wayne Rogers), two brilliant surgeons often preoccupied with attractive nurses, practical jokes and merry-making, all while disregarding military decorum.

Their relaxed approach is a source of consternation for other medical staff including Dr. Frank Burns (Larry Linville) and Lt. Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan (Loretta Swit), whose secret love affair is no secret. Lt. Colonel Henry Blake (McLean Stevenson) is the camp commander who gives "Hawkeye" and "Trapper" free reign, further irritating Burns and "Hot Lips." Lt. Blake is aided by the nervous, yet efficient, Corporal Walter "Radar" O'Reilly (Gary Burghoff). Other show regulars include Corporal Max Klinger (Jamie Farr), a doctor's aide in the operating room who wears women's clothing in the hope of being discharged and Father Francis Mulcahy (William Christopher), who runs an orphanage and serves as the unit's chaplain.

Many cast changes occur throughout the series' run as McIntyre is discharged and is replaced by Dr. "B.J." Hunnicut (Mike Farrell), a clean cut family man. Dr. Burns is also later discharged and replaced with Dr. Charles Emerson Winchester (David Ogden Stiers), a Boston blueblood who
does not get along with Pierce and Hunnicut. The most significant departure from the series comes with the exit of Henry Blake, who is replaced by
Colonel Sherman Potter (Harry Morgan).

Throughout the series, there is a great deal of character development as Houlihan becomes friendlier, Pierce becomes more sensitive and Klinger becomes more assuming of his authority.

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HelloLarry · 10-03-2006, 10:24 PM

Its funny how since I have all the episodes on DVD (well, as of November) that this news isn't as important to me as it once was but I think its cool that this show lives on.

As far as those who have politely bashed it being in constant syndication, its no more heavily pushed than I Love Lucy or Andy Griffith...besides, its a classic and will always be on. I just wish David Cassidy--Man Undercover had the shelf life of MASH after its last episode aired in the summer of '79 (I can't believe I just said that...please ban me if you feel it appropriate)

However, for those out there whos source of these classic shows is syndication this is great news...and PLEASE don't berrate a network for cutting the show. The show is already cut by the distributor when they receive it I believe.

I just find it interesting that the landscape of reruns is changing. What once was 60's and 70's is now 80s and 90s. Gee I feel old.

D

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09-22-2006, 11:30 PM	#10
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09-23-2006, 02:55 AM	#12
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09-23-2006, 11:25 AM	#13
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09-27-2006, 01:04 PM	#14
Pavan SO News/Reviews Director Administrator Forum Superstar Join Date: Feb 17, 2000 Location: Linden, NJ (Where Hal Linden got his last name from!) Posts: 26,821	Hawkeye, Hot Lips, Radar and the Gang from the MASH 4077th Roll into TV Land's Line-Up Beginning in January NEW YORK, Sept. 27 -- TV Land has secured the exclusive primetime and overnight rights to all 255 episodes of Twentieth Television's MASH - one of the most successful shows ever seen on television - beginning in January 2007, it was announced today. The series, which aired for eleven years on broadcast television and garnered fourteen Emmy Awards, remains one of the most celebrated shows ever and is widely lauded for its realistic storylines and ability to embrace both comedy and drama into one show. "MASH is truly one of the most beloved series in TV history and the perfect fit for TV Land as we continue to superserve our baby boomer audience," states Jaclyn Cohen, Senior Vice President, Programming and Acquisitions, TV Land & Nick at Nite. "MASH is a natural extension of our programming strategy of presenting hit acquired programming alongside TV Land originals to celebrate programming that is iconic to baby boomers, the first generation to grow up with television." Steve MacDonald, Twentieth Television's executive vice president, general sales manager, basic cable, added, "We are delighted to enter this agreement with TV Land on MASH. This program's unparalleled strength and success, along with its ability to build networks, marries well with TV Land's strategy to further grow its brand in TV homes throughout the country." According to a recent TV Land survey, MASH is THE #1 favorite show among Adults 40-59 and a Top 5 show among all adults. Additionally, baby boomers selected MASH as their all-time favorite TV show, followed by CSI, Star Trek (which joins TV Land in November), Law & Order and 24. Also, Alan Alda's Captain "Hawkeye" Pierce character ranks as a top 5 all-time favorite TV character among Adults 18-59. MASH will join TV Land's line-up with a special week-long primetime and overnight showcase (8PM - 8AM, all times ET/PT) from January 1 through Sunday, January 7, 2007. Throughout the week, TV Land will complement classic episodes of MASH with specials, including the shows' 20th and 30th Anniversary retrospectives, the original MASH movie, the shows' landmark series finale and other MASH themed programming. The MASH finale remains one of the most successful show installments in television history and - when broadcast in 1983 - was a major programming milestone which attracted over 105 million viewers, the largest TV audience ever. Based on the 1970 Robert Altman film of the same name, MAS*H revolves around life at the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital, where wounded and sick soldiers are treated. The show centers around Dr. Benjamin Franklin "Hawkeye" Pierce (Alan Alda) and Dr. "Trapper" John McIntyre (Wayne Rogers), two brilliant surgeons often preoccupied with attractive nurses, practical jokes and merry-making, all while disregarding military decorum. Their relaxed approach is a source of consternation for other medical staff including Dr. Frank Burns (Larry Linville) and Lt. Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan (Loretta Swit), whose secret love affair is no secret. Lt. Colonel Henry Blake (McLean Stevenson) is the camp commander who gives "Hawkeye" and "Trapper" free reign, further irritating Burns and "Hot Lips." Lt. Blake is aided by the nervous, yet efficient, Corporal Walter "Radar" O'Reilly (Gary Burghoff). Other show regulars include Corporal Max Klinger (Jamie Farr), a doctor's aide in the operating room who wears women's clothing in the hope of being discharged and Father Francis Mulcahy (William Christopher), who runs an orphanage and serves as the unit's chaplain. Many cast changes occur throughout the series' run as McIntyre is discharged and is replaced by Dr. "B.J." Hunnicut (Mike Farrell), a clean cut family man. Dr. Burns is also later discharged and replaced with Dr. Charles Emerson Winchester (David Ogden Stiers), a Boston blueblood who does not get along with Pierce and Hunnicut. The most significant departure from the series comes with the exit of Henry Blake, who is replaced by Colonel Sherman Potter (Harry Morgan). Throughout the series, there is a great deal of character development as Houlihan becomes friendlier, Pierce becomes more sensitive and Klinger becomes more assuming of his authority. TV Land and all related logos and titles are trademarks of Viacom International Inc.

10-03-2006, 10:24 PM	#15
HelloLarry Meathead Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 21, 2006 Posts: 273	MASH on TV Land Its funny how since I have all the episodes on DVD (well, as of November) that this news isn't as important to me as it once was but I think its cool that this show lives on. As far as those who have politely bashed it being in constant syndication, its no more heavily pushed than I Love Lucy or Andy Griffith...besides, its a classic and will always be on. I just wish David Cassidy--Man Undercover had the shelf life of MASH after its last episode aired in the summer of '79 (I can't believe I just said that...please ban me if you feel it appropriate) However, for those out there whos source of these classic shows is syndication this is great news...and PLEASE don't berrate a network for cutting the show. The show is already cut by the distributor when they receive it I believe. I just find it interesting that the landscape of reruns is changing. What once was 60's and 70's is now 80s and 90s. Gee I feel old. D