McHale's Navy (1962-1966)
EndedScripted showComedy, War
McHale's Navy follows the wacky schemes of Lt. Cmdr Quinton McHale and his crew to make money, get girls and have a ball. Their nemesis is Captain Binghamton who struggles to rid himself of the headache that PT-73 has become for him. Despite their scheming, conniving, and often lazy and unmilitary ways, McHale's crew is always successful in combat in the end.
Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:30 (30 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S04E30 | Wally for Congress | Apr 12, 1966 |
| S04E29 | Binghamton, at 20 Paces | Apr 5, 1966 |
| S04E28 | An Ensign's Best Friend | Mar 29, 1966 |
| S04E27 | The McHale Grand Prix | Mar 22, 1966 |
| S04E26 | Who Was That German I Saw You With? | Mar 15, 1966 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did the first episode of McHale's Navy premiere?
The first episode of McHale's Navy premiered on October 11, 1962.
Who played the main character of Lt. Commander Quinton McHale?
The main character of Lt. Commander Quinton McHale was played by actor Ernest Borgnine.
What was the setting of McHale's Navy?
The show was set in the South Pacific during World War II, on the fictional island of Taratupa.
What was the premise of McHale's Navy?
The show followed the exploits of a group of misfit sailors who served on a PT (patrol torpedo) boat during World War II.
Who played the role of Captain Wallace B. Binghamton?
The role of Captain Wallace B. Binghamton was played by actor Joe Flynn.
What was the name of Binghamton's hapless aide?
Binghamton's hapless aide was named Ensign Charles Parker, played by actor Tim Conway.
What was McHale's rank at the start of the show?
McHale held the rank of Lieutenant Commander at the start of the show.
Who created McHale's Navy?
The show was created by writer and producer Edward Montagne.
Who produced McHale's Navy?
The show was produced by Universal Television.
What was the running time of each episode of McHale's Navy?
Each episode of McHale's Navy had a running time of 30 minutes.
What was the name of McHale's PT boat?
McHale's PT boat was named PT-73.
What kind of humor was featured in McHale's Navy?
The show featured slapstick humor and situational comedy, often involving the zany antics of McHale and his crew.
How many crew members were on PT-73?
There were 12 crew members on PT-73.
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