Ep 6. The Abduction of Margaret Houlihan
- TVPG
- October 26, 1976
- 24 min
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8.1 (602)
In The Abduction of Margaret Houlihan, the fifth season's sixth episode of the hit television series M*A*S*H, the story begins with Major Margaret Houlihan, the head nurse, encountering a group of South Korean refugees while on leave. She attempts to help them but is kidnapped and held hostage by the North Koreans.
The rest of the M*A*S*H team, led by Hawkeye and B.J., are tasked with rescuing Margaret from her captors, which proves to be no small feat. They must navigate through hostile terrain and avoid enemy soldiers while trying to locate and extract Margaret.
As the search progresses, tensions rise among the team as they begin to realize the true danger of the situation. Margaret's military rank and position adds an extra layer of responsibility to their effort, and failure is not an option.
Throughout the episode, the audience is given a glimpse into the personal lives of the M*A*S*H team members. The stress and danger of their work is contrasted with their personal struggles and relationships, providing a well-rounded view of each character.
As the rescue mission comes to a dramatic conclusion, the M*A*S*H team must come to terms with the risks they take every day in service to their country. The Abduction of Margaret Houlihan is a gripping episode that showcases the bravery and sacrifice of the men and women in the military, and the ultimate cost of war.