This is an example of how cuts made to episodes in syndication can lead to confusion. I used to keep a list of M*A*S*H goofs with dozens of submissions from fans. One such goof came from the Season Eight episodes “
“Movie Tonight” Goof
This goof is from “Movie Tonight,” originally broadcast February 22nd, 1974. When the projector breaks down for what seems like the millionth time, Margaret gets up and sings “C’est Magnifique.” She keeps singing even after Klinger fixes the projector. The movie, however, is seen only on the screen behind her, which also shows her shadow. …
“The Smell of Music” Goof
This goof is from “The Smell of Music,” originally broadcast January 3rd, 1977. A wounded soldier named Saunders wants to take his own life and sneaks off to the O.R. from post-op where Potter finds him trying to breathe anesthesia in a suicide attempt. As he is inhaling the gas, you can see his bare …
“The Army-Navy Game” Goof
Here’s a goof from “The Army-Navy Game,” originally broadcast February 25th, 1973. As Trapper, Hawkeye and a couple of nurses are cheering in Colonel Blake’s office, one of the nurses hits Hawkeye in the nose. You notice this, because Alan Alda grabs his nose and spins around. Take a look: “The Army-Navy Game” Thanks to …
Klinger’s Not Naked (“Your Retention Please”)
Did you notice? Klinger wasn’t naked in the Season 9 episode “Your Retention Please.”
Goof: Hawkeye’s Not Naked in “Dear Dad, Again”
Here’s a goof from the Season 1 episode “Dear Dad, Again” clearly showing Alan Alda is not naked in the mess tent.
Goof: Klinger’s Not Naked in “Chief Surgeon Who?”
Here’s a goof from the Season 1 episode “Chief Surgeon Who?” clearly showing that Klinger wasn’t naked in his very first appearance.