Watch our exclusive interviews with the M*A*S*H cast
Alan Alda, Loretta Swit and more discuss the historic M*A*S*H finale and the impact of the show.
As part of our celebration of the M*A*S*H finale, “Goodbye, Farewell and Amen,” MeTV sat down with actors and creators from the pioneering series. Stars Alan Alda, Loretta Swit, Gary Burghoff, Mike Farrell and Jamie Farr share their thoughts and feelings about crafting this piece of television history. (Note: William Christopher has since passed away since our interview.)
Writers Burt Metcalfe, Ken Levin, David Isaacs, Thad Mumford and more also give insight into the creative process.
Enjoy these online extras as MeTV Remembers the M*A*S*H Finale on Veterans Day.
Watch the M*A*S*H Finale on Thursday, November 11, at 7PM | 6C on MeTV!
War’s Cost to the Characters
The cast and creative team of ‘M*A*S*H’ speak about how the show’s finale highlighted how the Korean War experience would have lifelong effects on each member of the 4077th.
A Bittersweet End
The cast and creative team of ‘M*A*S*H’ speak about the bittersweet experience of filming the series’ finale, working on a set fraught with raw emotions
Final Goodbyes
The cast and creative team of ‘M*A*S*H’ reminisce on the series’ final goodbyes.
A Series Ends
The cast and creative team of ‘M*A*S*H’ speak about the decision to have the series’ finale take place at the end of the Korean War.
The Studio Fire
The cast and creative team of ‘M*A*S*H’ speak about how a fire at the studio allowed for an expanded storyline and running time for the series’ finale.
The Thankful Vet
Gary Burghoff shares his most memorable story related to the series ‘M*A*S*H.’
War Stories
The cast and creative team of ‘M*A*S*H’ speak about how real-life incidents of the Korean War surfaced in the writing of the series.
An Existential Paradox
Writer Ken Levine explains that ‘M*A*S*H,’ in his mind, is the great existential comedy/paradox, an environment in which people are forced against their will to save lives in a war zone.
A National Phenomenon
The cast and creative team of ‘M*A*S*H’ speak about the phenomenon of the series’ finale, which drew astonishing viewership.
