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Season 5

Curb Your Enthusiasm

Season 5

  • 2005

A near-death experience, a revelation about his father and a sandwich named after him prompt Larry to undertake a sentimental journey in search of his roots…and step on a few toes along the way.

  1. The Larry David Sandwich Episode 1 The Larry David Sandwich September 25, 2005, 31 min As the Jewish high holy days approach, a near-death experience, coupled with a comment made by his father, leaves Larry wondering if there's more to his identity than he thought.…
  2. The Bowtie Episode 2 The Bowtie October 2, 2005, 31 min Larry seeks professional help to secure information about his past. Meanwhile, his place as a gay rights supporter hits a snag.
  3. The Christ Nail Episode 3 The Christ Nail October 9, 2005, 29 min A undergarment purchase for his housekeeper lands Larry in hot water, while his father-in-law's fondness for The Passion of the Christ comes in handy more than once.
  4. Kamikaze Bingo Episode 4 Kamikaze Bingo October 16, 2005, 31 min Larry wonders how a Japanese WWII veteran can call himself a kamikaze, and feels a nursing home bingo game may not be on the up-and-up.
  5. Lewis Needs a Kidney Episode 5 Lewis Needs a Kidney October 30, 2005, 31 min When Richard Lewis finds out he needs a kidney transplant, he finds two friends who match him, leaving them to decide who ""gets"" to give up their organ.
  6. The Smoking Jacket Episode 6 The Smoking Jacket November 6, 2005, 30 min His father's smoking jacket and ""bathroom contamination"" cause grief for Larry.
  7. The Seder Episode 7 The Seder November 13, 2005, 31 min Cheryl puts on a Passover Seder, which Larry promptly finds numerous ways to ruin.
  8. The Ski Lift Episode 8 The Ski Lift November 20, 2005, 34 min Anticipating having to give a kidney to Richard Lewis, Larry tries to develop a contingency plan should he need a kidney donation himself. Meanwhile, a nurse claims Jeff has some…
  9. The Korean Bookie Episode 9 The Korean Bookie November 27, 2005, 29 min Larry has his jacket borrowed without permission, but he manages to end up the bad guy. Meanwhile, his investigation into what happened to Jeff's missing dog, Oscar, leads him to…
  10. The End Episode 10 The End December 4, 2005, 43 min Larry finally learns the truth regarding his possible adoption, and makes his final decision about a kidney donation for Richard Lewis.