The Mash
Steven Williamson (HiB2Bornot2B) (Public domain), via Wikimedia Commons
M*A*S*H is an American media franchise that originated from the semi-autobiographical fiction of Richard Hooker. The franchise encompasses multiple adaptations across various formats, including novels, a feature film, television series, theatrical productions, and additional media properties. Beginning with Hooker's literary work, M*A*S*H expanded into a comprehensive entertainment phenomenon that has reached audiences through different platforms and mediums over several decades.