China Beach

China Beach (1988-1991)

EndedScripted showDrama, War, Medical

A group of women just trying to do their jobs at the 510th Evac Hospital at China Beach Vietnam in 1967 includes cool but callous Army nurse Colleen McMurphy, naive Red Cross newcomer Cherry White, singer Laurette Barber, and cynical civilian worker/prostitute K.C. Koloski. They are trying to cope with the horrors of war which are never far away from the base and deal with their own lives.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday (60 min)

Last Episode

Hello, Goodbye (2)
Season 4Episode 1760 min

Hello, Goodbye (2)

McMurphy agrees to attend a China Beach reunion planned by Boonie and recalls her last day in Vietnam, and travels to Washington DC with the others to visit the Vietnam Memorial. Karen comes to terms with the ghost of her absent mother, KC.
Jul 22, 1991

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E17Hello, Goodbye (2)Jul 22, 1991
S04E16Hello, Goodbye (1)Jul 22, 1991
S04E15Through and ThroughJul 16, 1991
S04E14RewindJul 9, 1991
S04E13QuestJun 25, 1991
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

China Beach premiere?

China Beach premiered on April 26, 1988.

Who created China Beach?

William Broyles Jr. and John Sacret Young created China Beach.

Where does China Beach take place?

China Beach takes place in Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

Who stars in China Beach?

Dana Delany, Marg Helgenberger, and Michael Boatman star in China Beach.

What is the premise of China Beach?

China Beach is a drama series that follows the lives of doctors and nurses working at an evacuation hospital during the Vietnam War.

What awards did China Beach win?

China Beach won 7 Emmy Awards including Outstanding Drama Series.

How many episodes of China Beach were made?

A total of 62 episodes of China Beach were made.

What is the significance of the name "China Beach"?

"China Beach" is the nickname given to a real-life beach in Vietnam that was a popular rest and relaxation spot for American soldiers during the war.

What themes does China Beach explore?

China Beach explores themes of war, friendship, loss, and the human cost of conflict.

What is the connection between China Beach and the show M*A*S*H?

China Beach has been compared to M*A*S*H due to its similar premise of following medical personnel during a wartime setting.

What is the timeframe of China Beach?

China Beach is set during the years 1967-1971.

What is McMurphy's role in China Beach?

McMurphy is a nurse and one of the central characters in China Beach.

What is K.C.'s role in China Beach?

K.C. is a singer and entertainer who performs for the soldiers.

Cast

Jeff Kober

Jeff Kober

plays Evan "Dodger" Winslow
Robert Picardo

Robert Picardo

plays Dr. Dick Richard
Ned Vaughn

Ned Vaughn

plays Jeff Hyers
Michael Boatman

Michael Boatman

plays Samuel Beckett
Megan Gallagher

Megan Gallagher

plays Wayloo Marie Holmes
Dana Delany

Dana Delany

plays Colleen McMurphy
Marg Helgenberger

Marg Helgenberger

plays Karen Charlene "K.C." Koloski
Chloe Webb

Chloe Webb

plays Laurette Barber
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Characters

Evan

Evan "Dodger" Winslow

played by Jeff Kober
Dr. Dick Richard

Dr. Dick Richard

played by Robert Picardo
Jeff Hyers

Jeff Hyers

played by Ned Vaughn
Samuel Beckett

Samuel Beckett

played by Michael Boatman
Wayloo Marie Holmes

Wayloo Marie Holmes

played by Megan Gallagher
Colleen McMurphy

Colleen McMurphy

played by Dana Delany
Karen Charlene

Karen Charlene "K.C." Koloski

played by Marg Helgenberger
Laurette Barber

Laurette Barber

played by Chloe Webb
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