# Get ready for the Ultimate AfterMASH Showdown: Who's in and Who's out?
After the epic conclusion of the iconic war comedy MASH with "Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen," fans were left wondering what would become of their beloved characters. The spin-off AfterMASH attempted to fill the void left by the departure of the 4077 personnel, but not everyone made the cut. Let's dive deep into why some familiar faces were missing from the post-war era drama!
## The Curious Case of Hawkeye: A Maine-ly Absent Main Character
Hawkeye, portrayed by Alan Alda, was the heart and soul of MASH, but his absence in AfterMASH left fans scratching their heads. After returning to Crabapple Cove, Maine to practice medicine in a more peaceful setting, it was hard to lure him back to the chaos of General General. Despite plans for Alda to make a cameo, fate had other plans for the wisecracking surgeon.
## BJ Hunnicut: A Family Man Far from Missouri
Mike Farrell's BJ Hunnicut charmed audiences with his devotion to family and friendship with Hawkeye. Settling down in San Francisco post-war made it logistically challenging for BJ to join the AfterMASH crew in Missouri.
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