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.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E17Hello, Goodbye (2)Juli 22, 1991
S04E16Hello, Goodbye (1)Juli 22, 1991
S04E15Through and ThroughJuli 16, 1991
S04E14RewindJuli 9, 1991
S04E13QuestJuni 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.

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