MASH attempted to give Radar his very own spinoff, but Hawkeye was the better choice. The ratings for MASH were so dire during its first season it was nearly canceled, but luckily it proved a success in re-runs and became one of the most popular shows in America. What's particularly fascinating about MASH is how it evolved from a comedy to a dramedy in its early years. It was one of the first major shows where characters of note actually died, and the traumas of war were explored.
