"A Child's Game" is a study in dichotomy between psychopathic Hitler youth and teenage human nature. White Rook must take a farmhouse from a squad of teenage German soldiers; and their hearts are not in it realizing the imminent death involved.
Gilbert Raulston adapted Sidney Ellis' fine story for television. Private Carl Mueller (played by Peter Haskell)was born & raised in Germany and knows the ways of Hitler youth. He presents the other side of the coin after White Rook shows their concerns.
Director Bernard McEveety did a fine job with several action scenes throughout the episode in conjunction with A.D. Flowers' special effects. We see the return of our canine friend from previous Combat episode "Hear No Evil."
The Sarge and Doc have some fine words of wisdom for the German troops. And Hans (excellently played by Henry Brandon)displays fine acting talent as he takes it one step further.
Take your pick: Psychopathic Hitler youth, or teenage human nature? The ending sequence brings forth the truth.
A Child's Game kept my interest but was not among the most exciting of episodes.