
This episode of Going Dutch is an absolute rollercoaster. As a viewer, you’re thrust into a chaotic whirlwind of World War II nostalgia, absurd military antics, and the kind of absurd humor that makes the show so unique. The title "Nazi Hunters" sets you up for one thing, but what follows is a hilarious and oddly touching exploration of the past versus the present.
The episode features the Colonel, who remains obsessed with World War II and the idea of enemies lurking in the shadows. He has this vintage, over-the-top way of thinking that makes him both comical and a little tragic. His relationship with his daughter, Maggie, is the heart of the episode as they clash over his fixation on the past. Maggie clearly doesn’t buy into his fear-driven paranoia, especially when he starts suspecting a sweet Dutch boy named Geert of being a spy, all because he flies a drone.
This leads to a series of hilarious misadventures, including a war game that turns into an absurd mess of cheese, laundry, and broken appliances. Watching the characters—especially the Colonel—navigate this farcical scenario with such conviction is one of the highlights. You can’t help but laugh at the Colonel’s inability to adjust to the times, still imagining himself in a world full of covert enemies and hidden dangers. There’s this perfect mix of absurdity and sincerity as Maggie and the Colonel try to figure out how to reconcile their differences.
One of my favorite moments comes when the Colonel, in his obsession with being prepared, leads a team to Geert's house, convinced the boy is hiding something nefarious. Of course, it turns out that Geert is just a normal kid, into Zendaya and unaware of the Colonel's wild theories. The irony of the whole situation—the absurdity of chasing down a child over harmless hobbies—is made even funnier by the Colonel’s complete lack of self-awareness.

The episode also dives into themes of nostalgia, the lingering effects of past wars, and the consequences of living in a world that’s no longer the one you fought for. The moment when the Colonel has to confront the fact that his obsession with the past is holding him back is subtle but impactful. It's a moment of growth, albeit a very small one, and it speaks to how people—especially older generations—struggle to evolve with the times.
Of course, Going Dutch being Going Dutch, there’s plenty of slapstick humor—like the Colonel attempting to resuscitate an aging Nazi—mixed with moments that get surprisingly emotional, especially when Maggie starts to understand her dad’s stubbornness.
"Nazi Hunters" takes you on an unexpectedly wild ride. The episode brilliantly balances historical obsession with modern absurdities and never forgets to poke fun at the idea of clinging too tightly to the past. It's not just an episode about hunting Nazis, but about confronting how far we've come—and how, sometimes, we need to let go of the past to move forward. The laughs, the ridiculousness, and the emotional beats make this one of the standout episodes of the season. Definitely worth the watch if you're looking for something that's both smart and absurd.
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