Whereas Gelbart and Reynolds were the comedic voice of M*A*S*H for the show's first five seasons (1972–1977), Alan Alda and newly promoted Executive Producer Burt Metcalfe became the new dramatic voice of M*A*S*H for Seasons 6–11. By the start of Season 8 (1979–1980), the writing staff had been completely overhauled.
Whereas Gelbart a.nd Reynolds were the comedic voice of M*A*S*H for the show's first ?five seasons (1972–1977), A,lan Alda and newly promo,ted Executive Producer Burt Metcalfe became the new dramatic voice of M*A*S*H for Seasons 6–11 By the start of Season 8 (1979–1980) the writing. staff had been completely overhauled