Hogan's Heroes Season 1 Episode 4
Hogan's Heroes
Season 1

Ep 4. The Late Inspector General

  • October 9, 1965
  • 25 min
  • 7.7  (297)

Hogan's Heroes season 1 episode 4, titled "The Late Inspector General," follows the wacky antics of the American POWs held captive in Stalag 13 during World War II.

The episode begins with a surprise inspection of the camp by a German General and his aide. The inspection is expected to be routine until the General suddenly dies of a heart attack while touring the barracks. To cover up this embarrassing incident, the Nazis decide to replace the dead General with an imposter who will complete the inspection and report back to Berlin.

This is where the cunning Colonel Hogan and his team of misfit POWs come in. They learn of the impostor plan and decide to use it to their advantage. With the help of their inside man, Sergeant Schultz, they create an elaborate scheme to fake a full inspection and make it appear as though everything is in order at Stalag 13.

The plan involves enlisting the aid of highly skilled craftsmen among the prisoners who create dummy tanks and guns to fool the inspector and his aide. Additionally, Hogan and his team must keep Schultz distracted and unobservant while they carry out their plan.

As the inspection progresses, the tension builds and there are several close calls as the Nazis nearly uncover Hogan's plan. Ultimately, the group succeeds in fooling the inspector, much to the delight of the American prisoners.

"The Late Inspector General" is a classic episode of Hogan's Heroes that showcases the ingenuity and daring of Colonel Hogan and his team. It is a light-hearted and comical take on the harsh realities of war, and provides a glimpse into the world of POWs during World War II. Fans of the show will enjoy the cleverness and humor of this episode, while newcomers will appreciate the fun and quirky characters that make Hogan's Heroes a timeless and beloved classic.

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Hogan's Heroes season 1 episode 4, titled "The Late Inspector General," follows the wacky antics of the American POWs held captive in Stalag 13 during World War II.

The episode begins with a surprise inspection of the camp by a German General and his aide. The inspection is expected to be routine until the General suddenly dies of a heart attack while touring the barracks. To cover up this embarrassing incident, the Nazis decide to replace the dead General with an imposter who will complete the inspection and report back to Berlin.

This is where the cunning Colonel Hogan and his team of misfit POWs come in. They learn of the impostor plan and decide to use it to their advantage. With the help of their inside man, Sergeant Schultz, they create an elaborate scheme to fake a full inspection and make it appear as though everything is in order at Stalag 13.

The plan involves enlisting the aid of highly skilled craftsmen among the prisoners who create dummy tanks and guns to fool the inspector and his aide. Additionally, Hogan and his team must keep Schultz distracted and unobservant while they carry out their plan.

As the inspection progresses, the tension builds and there are several close calls as the Nazis nearly uncover Hogan's plan. Ultimately, the group succeeds in fooling the inspector, much to the delight of the American prisoners.

"The Late Inspector General" is a classic episode of Hogan's Heroes that showcases the ingenuity and daring of Colonel Hogan and his team. It is a light-hearted and comical take on the harsh realities of war, and provides a glimpse into the world of POWs during World War II. Fans of the show will enjoy the cleverness and humor of this episode, while newcomers will appreciate the fun and quirky characters that make Hogan's Heroes a timeless and beloved classic.

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  • First Aired
    October 9, 1965
  • Runtime
    25 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (297)
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