MASH tv series

American television series from 1972 to 1983. Inspired by the film of the same name, M*A*S*H (Mobile Army Surgical Hospital) is a sitcom about an outfit of medical workers stationed in Korea during the Korean War. Features Alan Alda, who wrote and directed some of the most emotional and award winning episodes; Loretta Swit, Jamie Farr, Gary Burghoff, Mike Farrell, Larry Linville, David Ogden Stiers, William Christopher, Harry Morgan, Wayne Rogers, Mclean Stevenson. Viewed as one of the most popular sitcoms in history, it is still a very popular syndicated series. Originally seen as an ensemble show, it became one centered around Alan Alda's character, Hawkeye.