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The group enrols in a European history course, which brings them face‑to‑face with a long‑standing adversary. Meanwhile, Chang returns to the campus, much to Dean Pelton's dismay, and the episode features a brief guest appearance by Malcolm McDowell in the storyline.

Alternative History of the German Invasion is a programme presented as a single episode, classified within the historical‑fiction genre. The show imagines a different outcome to the well‑known German offensive, placing that speculative scenario against a modern university backdrop. By using the episode format, the story can concentrate tightly on a limited cast while still hinting at broader what‑if possibilities. The central plot follows a group of students who enrol in a European history class. Their coursework unexpectedly brings them face‑to‑face with an old adversary, reviving tensions that stem from earlier confrontations. This encounter, triggered directly by the material they study, turns an academic discussion into a personal showdown, forcing the characters to grapple with both the past and their present assumptions. At the same time, Chang makes his way back to the campus, much to the chagrin of Dean Pelton. The dean’s evident displeasure highlights the strain Chang’s return places on the university’s routine, underscoring a clash between institutional authority and the disruptive influence of a returning figure. Their interaction adds another layer of tension to the unfolding narrative. The episode also features a guest appearance by Malcolm McDowell, whose brief performance adds an extra note of gravitas. His cameo, confined to this instalment, provides a memorable touch that complements the existing cast without altering the core storyline. McDowell’s involvement, though limited, contributes to the episode’s distinctive character.