Fox has officially pulled the plug on its overlooked military comedy Going Dutch after just two seasons. The series, which starred Denis Leary as a career military man whose sharp tongue kept getting him into trouble, has been permanently discharged from the network's lineup.
The show, which debuted as a mid-season replacement last spring, was one of Fox's lowest-rated scripted series but managed to earn a second-season renewal. This time around, however, it wasn't so lucky. Going Dutch is the only scripted show Fox has canceled so far this season, leaving Joel McHale's Animal Control as the network's sole live-action half-hour sitcom. Fox is reportedly developing a new live-action sitcom, but details remain under wraps.
What Was 'Going Dutch' About?
Leary starred as Colonel Patrick Quinn, a tactically brilliant but socially inept officer. After angering his longtime rival, General Gerald Davidson (Joe Morton), Quinn is exiled to Garrison Stroopsdorf—the U.S. Army's least important base, located in the Netherlands. The base boasts a bowling alley, a fromagerie, and a Michelin-starred commissary, but lacks discipline, commitment, and weapons. Quinn is joined by his loyal right-hand man, Major Abraham Shaw (Danny Pudi), and a motley crew of soldiers, including conniving supply officer Dana Conway (Laci Mosley), slovenly tech support whiz Elias Papadakis (Hal Cumpston), and Maggie Quinn (Taylor Misiak), the base's former commander who also happens to be Quinn's estranged daughter.
The second season saw Quinn butt heads with Canadian NATO General Martin (Kristen Johnston), while Shaw found himself torn between his long-estranged wife, Celeste (Milana Vayntrub), and Maggie. The show was created by Joel Church-Cooper (Brockmire), who also served as showrunner. For season two, he was joined by co-showrunner Hilary Winston (My Name Is Earl). Church-Cooper and Winston executive produced alongside Denis and Jack Leary.
While Going Dutch may not have found a massive audience, it carved out a niche as a quirky, character-driven comedy. Its cancellation leaves a gap in Fox's live-action sitcom lineup, but fans can still stream both seasons on Hulu. For those who appreciate underrated gems, the show is worth a binge—especially if you enjoy military comedies with a twist.
If you're looking for more overlooked series, check out our list of 8 Underrated Action Horror Movies That Deserve More Love or dive into Why 'Britannia' Is the Most Underrated Fantasy Epic You Haven't Watched. And for more on shows that got the axe too soon, read about Zachary Quinto's Medical Thriller 'Brilliant Minds' Canceled by NBC After Two Seasons.
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