The Contest
- Episode aired Nov 18, 1992
- PG
- 23m
IMDb RATING
9.5/10
9.2K
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George's mother throws her back out when she falls down after catching George performing a personal act; the gang partakes in a contest of self-denial.George's mother throws her back out when she falls down after catching George performing a personal act; the gang partakes in a contest of self-denial.George's mother throws her back out when she falls down after catching George performing a personal act; the gang partakes in a contest of self-denial.
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Did you know
- TriviaGeorge throwing the Tic Tacs on the bed for Estelle (Estelle Harris) to eat so she would stop complaining was completely improvised by Jason Alexander.
- GoofsGeorge says his parents were supposed to be at work when his mother caught him. However in the hospital Estelle says she went out for a quart of milk and caught him when she came back.
- Quotes
Jerry Seinfeld: It's easier for a woman not to do it than a man, we have to do it, it's part of our lifestyle. It's like shaving.
Elaine Benes: Oh, that is such baloney! I shave my legs.
Cosmo Kramer: [while eating] Not everyday.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Seinfeld: Highlights of a Hundred (1995)
Featured review
"Here, have some Tic-Tacs"
And here we are with the "creme de la creme" of... Seinfeld. Okay, that's debatable but nobody will deny The Contest is among the show's best ones. It has everything a classic episode must have: memorable moments, funny clever dialogue, great direction, great performances and a killer idea.
Killer idea: if you think that an episode revolving around 4 people trying to hold the longest without masturbating is a risky-weird choice, imagine what people thought back in 92'. Aside from its historical importance, the idea about a contest is perfect because the episode unfolds itself almost like a game. It is one of the most entertaining episodes and our four protagonist are all fundamental to the plot.
Memorable moments: some great Seinfeld episodes have one memorable moment, maybe two. The Contest has around 4 of these. The opening conversation, George visiting his mother for the first time, Kramer caving and George visiting his mother for the second time. Each one of these moments has the audience going absolutely wild.
Funny clever dialogue: from the masterfully written opening scene, to George's conversations with his mother and Kramer numerous speeches, it's perfect from every way you look at it.
Great direction: Master Cherones appearing once again in a review. His subtle camera-work is beyond believe, adding so much to the material. The pace is near perfect, nor rushed nor slow.
Great performances: every actor here gives an Emmy-winning performance. From the main protagonists to Estelle and Marla, everyone is on point. I don't know which is the peak of the episode, if Kramer or George. Either way, they are all fantastic.
One of the best of the show (if not the best), an episode that changed history and that remains an incredible one even taking its importance aside.
Killer idea: if you think that an episode revolving around 4 people trying to hold the longest without masturbating is a risky-weird choice, imagine what people thought back in 92'. Aside from its historical importance, the idea about a contest is perfect because the episode unfolds itself almost like a game. It is one of the most entertaining episodes and our four protagonist are all fundamental to the plot.
Memorable moments: some great Seinfeld episodes have one memorable moment, maybe two. The Contest has around 4 of these. The opening conversation, George visiting his mother for the first time, Kramer caving and George visiting his mother for the second time. Each one of these moments has the audience going absolutely wild.
Funny clever dialogue: from the masterfully written opening scene, to George's conversations with his mother and Kramer numerous speeches, it's perfect from every way you look at it.
Great direction: Master Cherones appearing once again in a review. His subtle camera-work is beyond believe, adding so much to the material. The pace is near perfect, nor rushed nor slow.
Great performances: every actor here gives an Emmy-winning performance. From the main protagonists to Estelle and Marla, everyone is on point. I don't know which is the peak of the episode, if Kramer or George. Either way, they are all fantastic.
One of the best of the show (if not the best), an episode that changed history and that remains an incredible one even taking its importance aside.
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- juanmaffeo
- Jun 30, 2016
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- 1890 2nd Avenue, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA(Exterior - Metropolitan Hospital Center)
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