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Dad's Army - Ep. 4 - The Enemy Within the Gates
 

Dad's Army episode 4

The Enemy Within the Gates

 
Capt Mainwaring is giving a lecture on recognizing enemy agents when he learns that for every Nazi that they capture there is a reward Later on the section on patrol capture two German flyers but back at HQ Godfrey accidently let them escape
 
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Dad's Army / Ep. 4 : The Enemy Within the Gates
Episode 4 | Aired on August 21, 1968 | TV-PG | 30 min. | BBC One
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Dad's Army episode 4 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a humorous episode set in Britain's 1940 summer, the Home Guard navigates a series of mishaps from uniform mix-ups, suspecting a Polish officer as a German spy, to mistaking a swan for an enemy parachutist. Their lack of equipment and experience is comically depicted as they prepare for German attacks, highlighting their determination and improvisation. Amidst their adventures, they mistakenly believe they've captured German airmen, leading to a farcical situation involving a bounty. The episode culminates in the platoon considering a celebratory dinner, humorously proposing a medieval feast with the mistakenly shot swan.

Full Episode S00E04 Recap

### Opening Scene: Britain's Finest Hour - The narrator describes the relentless attacks by the German Luftwaffe and the valiant response of the RAF during the summer of 1940. - The Home Guard's lack of tanks is mentioned, but their ingenuity and spirit are praised. - A demonstration of a makeshift flamethrower is shown as a warning to the enemy. ### Uniform Distribution - Pike announces the arrival of uniforms, leading to a discussion about their distribution among the platoon members. - A mix-up in the sizes and quantities of the uniforms and equipment, such as rifles and caps, is highlighted, showcasing the Home Guard's logistical challenges. ### The ATS Uniform Mix-up - Mainwaring receives a call revealing the uniforms were intended for the ATS, not the Home Guard, leading to a humorous situation where the men unknowingly try on women's uniforms. ### Preparing for Inspection - The platoon prepares for inspection with their new (incorrect) uniforms, leading to a series of comedic errors and the eventual realization of the mix-up. ### Enemy Agents Lecture - Mainwaring educates the platoon on the threat of enemy agents in various disguises and the importance of vigilance. ### The Polish Officer Incident - A Polish officer's arrival to inquire about the platoon's weapons leads to suspicion and a comedic misunderstanding, highlighting the platoon's paranoia and lack of experience. ### Night Patrol and the Parachute - On patrol, the platoon members engage in banter, reflecting their diverse backgrounds and personalities. - They mistake a swan for a parachuting enemy, showcasing their eagerness and inexperience. ### Capturing German Airmen - The platoon mistakenly believes they have captured German airmen, leading to a series of comedic errors and misunderstandings. - Their misadventures are compounded when they actually encounter German airmen, leading to chaos and confusion. ### The Bounty Mix-up - The platoon mistakenly includes the Polish officer as an enemy captive, leading to further comedy and a reflection on the confusion of war. ### Conclusion: The Roast Swan Proposal - The platoon considers celebrating their "success" with a dinner, humorously contemplating a medieval feast featuring the mistakenly shot swan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What year is the setting of the episode?

The setting is during the summer of 1940, amidst World War II.

What is the main focus of the Home Guard in this episode?

The Home Guard focuses on preparing for German attacks, dealing with uniform mishaps, and capturing supposed enemy agents.

How does the platoon respond to the uniform mix-up?

They initially try to sort out the uniforms without realizing they are for the ATS, leading to comedic situations.

Who is suspected to be an enemy agent in disguise?

A Polish officer visiting the platoon is mistakenly suspected of being a German spy.

What mistake does the platoon make during the night patrol?

They mistakenly believe a swan parachuting down is an enemy airman.

How does the platoon capture the German airmen?

Through a series of misunderstandings and mishaps, they believe they have captured German airmen, including mistaking their own ally for an enemy.

What leads to the inclusion of the Polish officer as a captive?

The platoon mistakenly identifies him as an enemy due to a series of comedic misunderstandings.

What is the resolution regarding the bounty for capturing enemy airmen?

The platoon mistakenly believes they are entitled to a bounty for capturing enemy airmen, including the Polish officer, leading to further comedic outcomes.

What celebration does the platoon consider at the end of the episode?

They consider having a platoon dinner to celebrate their "success," humorously proposing a medieval dinner featuring roast swan.

How does the episode portray the Home Guard's readiness for combat?

The episode humorously highlights the Home Guard's lack of readiness and experience through a series of comedic errors and misunderstandings.

 
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