Hail to the Chief (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 1985, Hail to the Chief is a comedy series.
What it’s about. Hail to the Chief is an American sitcom that ran on ABC from April 9, 1985 until May 21, 1985. It centered on the first woman President of the United States, portrayed by Academy Award-winning actress Patty Duke. The series was created by Susan Harris, and was produced by Witt/Thomas/Harris Productions. It featured one of the few recurring gay characters in a 1980s television series.
Who’s in it. Hail to the Chief stars Patty Duke as President Julia Mansfield, Ted Bessell as Gen. Oliver Mansfield, Joel Brooks as Randy and Ricky Paull Goldin as Doug Mansfield, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Hail to the Chief has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hail to the Chief page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hail to the Chief tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hail to the Chief (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hail to the Chief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hail to the Chief worth watching?
- Hail to the Chief holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hail to the Chief?
- Hail to the Chief stars Patty Duke, Ted Bessell, Joel Brooks, Ricky Paull Goldin and Richard Paul.
- When was Hail to the Chief released?
- Hail to the Chief was released in 1985.