AceShowbiz - Fox has officially canceled the military comedy series Going Dutch after two seasons, ending the run of the show inspired by the classic M*A*S*H formula. The network decided not to renew the series for a third season, making it the first scripted cancellation of Fox’s 2026-27 lineup ahead of the upfront presentation scheduled for May 11.

Drawing comparisons to the iconic M*A*S*H, which is widely regarded as one of the greatest television shows of all time, Going Dutch followed a similar blend of comedy and serious military drama. M*A*S*H itself inspired multiple spinoffs such as Trapper John, M.D., AfterMASH, and W*A*L*T*E*R, along with other series that mixed humor with life-or-death stakes, including Scrubs. However, despite the legacy and genre appeal, Going Dutch struggled to maintain strong viewership.

According to Deadline, Fox’s decision to cancel Going Dutch came as no surprise, since it was the lowest-rated entertainment program on the network this season and was the only scripted series considered "on the bubble." Although the show’s renewal was debated, Fox ultimately opted not to proceed with a third season. In contrast, the network renewed several other series, including Animal Control for a fifth season and Best Medicine for a second season. Additionally, Fox picked up the second season of the medical drama Doc and greenlit new projects such as the thriller Memory of a Killer and Fear Factor: House of Fear.

Created by Joel Church-Cooper, Going Dutch starred Denis Leary as Colonel Patrick Quinn, a brash and outspoken U.S. Army officer reassigned to command a military base in the Netherlands, humorously described as the “least important Army base in the world.” The show focused on his attempts to restore order and discipline at the base while navigating a complicated relationship with his estranged daughter, the previous commander.

The cast also featured a diverse ensemble including Danny Pudi (known for Community), Taylor Misiak, Laci Mosley, Hal Cumpston, Dempsey Bryk, Arnmundur Ernst Björnsson, Catherine Tate, Kristen Johnston, Joe Morton, Milana Vayntrub, Lisa Edelstein, and Parker Young. Despite its cancellation due to low ratings, Going Dutch was generally well received by critics, earning an 85% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Reviews praised the show’s reliance on Leary’s gruff charisma and the chemistry of its supporting cast, noting that while the series could benefit from a tighter focus, it demonstrated notable potential.

However, audience reception was more mixed, with the show holding a 54% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. This marked disparity between critics and viewers likely contributed to its cancellation despite positive critical feedback.

The second season of Going Dutch is currently available for streaming on Hulu, where viewers can catch up on the full run of the series before it departs the network lineup. The show was directed by Jason Winer, Trent O'Donnell, Declan Lowney, and Maurice Marable, and featured writing credits from Rene Gube, Joel Church-Cooper, Laura Moran, Jason Belleville, and Gian-Paul Bergeron.

Premiering on January 2, 2025, Going Dutch was rated TV-14 and categorized as a comedy. Despite its short lifespan, the series attempted to revive the military dramedy genre for modern audiences by blending sharp humor with the challenges of military life.

With the cancellation of Going Dutch, Fox continues to reshape its programming strategy heading into the 2026-27 season, focusing on series with stronger ratings and audience engagement.