Operation Petticoat

Operation Petticoat (1977-1979)

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Operation Petticoat was a comedy series that aired on ABC from 1977-1979.

Based on the 1959 film of the same name, the series follows the misadventures of the fictional U. S. Navy submarine, USS Sea Tiger, a pink submarine, which patrolled the South Pacific with the mission to rescue downed airmen and sink ships when possible..

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E06You Owe Me OneJun 29, 1979
S02E10Hail to the ChiefJun 22, 1979
S02E07Sub-DownJun 15, 1979
S02E09Talent ShowJun 8, 1979
S02E05Don't Drink the ShimbakkaJun 1, 1979
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Operation Petticoat' premiere?

'Operation Petticoat' premiered on October 9, 1977.

Who were the main characters in 'Operation Petticoat'?

The main characters in 'Operation Petticoat' were Lieutenant Commander Matthew Sherman, Lieutenant Ernest Hunkle, Lieutenant Charles Parker, Lieutenant Dolan, and Captain Lorraine Desmond.

Who played the role of Lieutenant Commander Matthew Sherman in 'Operation Petticoat'?

The role of Lieutenant Commander Matthew Sherman was played by John Astin.

What was the setting of 'Operation Petticoat'?

'Operation Petticoat' was set on a submarine during World War II.

What was the premise of 'Operation Petticoat'?

'Operation Petticoat' followed the comedic adventures of the crew of a pink submarine during World War II.

Who created 'Operation Petticoat'?

'Operation Petticoat' was created by Blake Edwards.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Operation Petticoat'?

The first season of 'Operation Petticoat' consisted of 23 episodes.

Who directed the pilot episode of 'Operation Petticoat'?

The pilot episode of 'Operation Petticoat' was directed by Richard A. Colla.

What was the genre of 'Operation Petticoat'?

'Operation Petticoat' was a comedy-drama TV series.

Did 'Operation Petticoat' receive any awards?

Yes, 'Operation Petticoat' was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Art Direction for a Series.

Who composed the theme music for 'Operation Petticoat'?

The theme music for 'Operation Petticoat' was composed by Lionel Newman.

Did 'Operation Petticoat' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Operation Petticoat' featured guest appearances by actors such as Jamie Lee Curtis and Tony Curtis.

Was 'Operation Petticoat' based on a book or film?

Yes, 'Operation Petticoat' was based on the 1959 film of the same name.

How long was each episode of 'Operation Petticoat'?

Each episode of 'Operation Petticoat' had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.

What was the filming location for 'Operation Petticoat'?

'Operation Petticoat' was primarily filmed at the Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California.

Did 'Operation Petticoat' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'Operation Petticoat' featured a laugh track during its original broadcast.

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