M*A*S*H

Hawkeye, BJ and Potter devise a scheme to expose Major Weems' racist behaviour while he treats injured black soldiers. The story is set during the Korean War and is presented as a comedy, featuring Alan Alda as part of the series in the programme.

The Tooth Shall Set You Free is a single‑episode programme presented as a comedy set against the backdrop of the Korean War. The storyline follows three medics—Hawkeye, BJ and Potter—as they devise a scheme to expose Major Weems' overtly racist attitudes while he tends to wounded black soldiers. Their plan hinges on provoking the major into revealing his prejudice, allowing the trio to highlight the absurdity of his behaviour in front of the medical staff. The humour arises from the contrast between the serious task of treating battlefield injuries and the petty bigotry of an officer who should be impartial. By placing the ruse within a field hospital, the episode underscores the tension between duty and discrimination. Their attempts involve exaggerated medical jargon and staged emergencies, turning the ward into a stage for their covert investigation. Throughout the episode, the interactions between the schemers and Major Weems drive the comedic situations, with each attempt to unmask the officer adding layers of farcical misunderstanding. The Korean War setting provides a realistic environment for the medical work, while the focus on racial prejudice offers a pointed, yet light‑hearted, commentary on attitudes within the military hierarchy. The field hospital is depicted with the usual bustle of triage, stretcher‑bearing soldiers, and the constant hum of medical equipment, providing a vivid backdrop for the comedy.