Curb Your Enthusiasm

Season 5

10 episodes 13 seasons

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.

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Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 5 released on September 25, 2005.

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S05E01 Aired September 25, 2005

The Larry David Sandwich

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. In better news, a sandwich now bears his name, but it's not entirely to his liking.

S05E02 Aired October 02, 2005

The Bowtie

Larry seeks professional help to secure information about his past. Meanwhile, his place as a gay rights supporter hits a snag.

S05E03 Aired October 09, 2005

The Christ Nail

An 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.

S05E04 Aired October 16, 2005

Kamikaze Bingo

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.

S05E05 Aired October 30, 2005

Lewis Needs a Kidney

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.

S05E06 Aired November 06, 2005

The Smoking Jacket

His father's smoking jacket and "bathroom contamination" cause grief for Larry.

S05E07 Aired November 13, 2005

The Seder

Cheryl puts on a Passover Seder, which Larry promptly finds numerous ways to ruin.

S05E08 Aired November 20, 2005

The Ski Lift

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 shortcomings.

S05E09 Aired November 27, 2005

The Korean Bookie

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 suspect his Korean bookie.

S05E10 Aired December 04, 2005

The End

Larry finally learns the truth regarding his possible adoption, and makes his final decision about a kidney donation for Richard Lewis.