Black Sheep Squadron (1977): S01E16 – Devil in the Slot

Introduction Baa Baa Black Sheep (renamed Black Sheep Squadron for the second season) is an American television series that aired on NBC from 23 September 1976 until 06 April 1978. It was part period military drama, part comedy. Its original premise was based on the experiences of United States Marine Corps aviator Greg Boyington and…

Andrew Marshall

04/01/2023

1–2 minutes

Action, Adventure, Drama, Military Aircraft, Military TV Series, World War Two

Introduction

Baa Baa Black Sheep (renamed Black Sheep Squadron for the second season) is an American television series that aired on NBC from 23 September 1976 until 06 April 1978. It was part period military drama, part comedy.

Its original premise was based on the experiences of United States Marine Corps aviator Greg Boyington and his World War II “Black Sheep Squadron”.

Outline

As the squadron deals with a stubborn new head mechanic, Gutterman cracks after being shot down by Japanese ace Tomio Harachi, Pappy’s nemesis.

Black Sheep Squadron Series

You can find a full index and overview of Black Sheep Squadron here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 25 January 1977.
Running time: 60 minutes (per episode).
Rating: NR/PG.
Country: US.
Language: English.