On FOX’s Going Dutch, the clash of cultures continues as Colonel Patrick Quinn faces a uniquely Dutch dilemma: firing an employee is harder than it looks. In “Trial of Jan,” the Colonel finds himself at odds with Dutch labor laws when he decides to terminate Jan, whose recent bicycle mishap involving BA has pushed the Colonel to his breaking point.
Dealing with the Dutch legal system proves to be a frustrating exercise for the Colonel, who’s used to a more… direct approach to management. The ensuing mediation hearing brings the workplace conflict to a head, forcing the Colonel to confront not only Jan but also the intricacies of Dutch employment regulations.
Going Dutch thrives on the comedic tension between American and Dutch sensibilities. With Denis Leary’s gruff delivery as the Colonel contrasting sharply with the more laid-back Dutch characters, the show finds humor in the cultural misunderstandings and everyday absurdities of military life abroad. Tune in to FOX this Thursday from 9:31-10:00 PM ET/PT to see how the Colonel handles the “Trial of Jan.”
