McKeever and the Colonel
McKeever and the Colonel is an American situation comedy that was broadcast on NBC television in the United States from 1962-1963. Its setting was a Westfield military academy. Dick Powell's Four Star Television produced the series. Gary McKeever was the name of a student who was the lead of the series, whilst the Colonel in the title referred to the school commandant who was constantly at loggerheads with McKeever. Jackie Coogan played Sgt. Barnes, a soldier at the school who was sympathetic to McKeever. The program also starred character actor John McGiver. The guest stars included Walter Coy, formerly the host of the NBC anthology series Frontier.
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Plot Summary
Set at a military academy, the series follows the misadventures of a mischievous young cadet, Jackie McKeever, and his attempts to get into trouble. He often clashes with the stern but caring Colonel "Pa" Davidson, who oversees the academy and tries to instill discipline. Despite McKeever's schemes, the show maintains a lighthearted and family-friendly tone.
Critical Reception
McKeever and the Colonel was a lighthearted sitcom that aired for one season. While not a critical darling, it was generally seen as a harmless family show with some comedic moments. Its appeal was primarily to younger audiences and families looking for simple, clean entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its lighthearted comedic situations.
- Considered a typical, somewhat formulaic, family sitcom of its era.
- Performances were adequate for the show's genre.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for McKeever and the Colonel is not readily available. As a show from the early 1960s, historical audience data from Google is scarce.
Fun Fact
The series was based on a segment from the anthology television series 'The DuPont Show of the Week'.
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