China Beach (1988–1991)

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A drama series set at an American base during the Vietnam War. Rather than focusing on the battle scenes that made up most other portrayals of the war, this show looked at the everyday ... See full summary »

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Won 1 Golden Globe. Another 18 wins & 40 nominations. See more awards »
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Cast

Complete series cast summary:
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 Nurse Colleen McMurphy (61 episodes, 1988-1991)
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 Pvt. Samuel Beckett (61 episodes, 1988-1991)
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 Dr. Dick Richard (61 episodes, 1988-1991)
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 Maj. Lila Garreau (61 episodes, 1988-1991)
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 K.C. Kolowski (61 episodes, 1988-1991)
Brian Wimmer ...
 Cpl. Boonie Lanier (61 episodes, 1988-1991)
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 Sgt. Evan 'Dodger' Winslow (57 episodes, 1988-1991)
Nancy Giles ...
 Pvt. Frankie Bunsen (53 episodes, 1988-1991)
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 Sgt. Pepper (27 episodes, 1989-1991)
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A drama series set at an American base during the Vietnam War. Rather than focusing on the battle scenes that made up most other portrayals of the war, this show looked at the everyday lives of the people sent to serve their country. The doctors, nurses, soldiers and even USO entertainers stationed at the base must try to come to terms with the horrors and stresses of the war around them. Not all of them succeed. Written by Jean-Marc Rocher <rocher@fiberbit.net>

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26 April 1988 (USA)  »

Also Known As:

Playa de China  »

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| (60 episodes) | (pilot) | (series finale)

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1.33 : 1
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Quotes

Colleen McMurphy: Sex is a bad word, but it feels good. Love is a good word, but it hurts.
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Soundtracks

"Reflections"
(Theme)
Written by Brian Holland / Lamont Dozier / Eddie Holland
Recorded by Diana Ross & The Supremes
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Thank You!
30 August 2001 | by (Colorado, USA) – See all my reviews

I just wanted to express my sincere thanks to everyone associated with this series. I have seen it before, and watching it again on The History Channel reminds me how important it was. I am a 36 year old American Male. Without this show I never would have had the desire to learn about Vietnam. The show inspired me to take on a bit of effort and learn some things for myself. It is sad that a television show had to inspire me to learn about my country's history. That my own country didn't care enough to teach me. I am so thankful for that knowledge. That knowledge has allowed me to speak to my uncles, bosses and others about the war and to be able to relate in general. I learned a lot. The most important things I learned: living an honest life; being true to one self; never taking life for granted; never, ever holding a grudge, and most of all compassion. Simple things. Little things. But oh so important. These things are no longer generally taught and are seldom seen.

I have introduced the show to my 15 year old nephew and hope he too will see some of things in the show I did. I hope he is inspired.

Thanks again!


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