Curb Your Enthusiasm season 3 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Larry meets Phil Dunlap, a chef candidate, bonding over baldness. At dinner, Larry suggests Jeff's German shepherd, Oscar, as a pet for Jakey, causing a stir due to Oscar's corpse-sniffing background. Tension rises over a wine dispute and financial debates among couples. Oscar's antics at Larry's restaurant lead to a false alarm about a dead body, causing temporary closure. Efforts to relocate Oscar between families are fraught with mishaps, including Larry being accused of intoxicating a child. In a comedic twist,

Full Episode S03E07 Recap

### Scene 1: Larry Meets Chef Phil Dunlap - Larry David encounters Phil Dunlap, a candidate for the chef's position at his new restaurant. - They engage in a light-hearted conversation about baldness, sharing personal experiences and jokes about hair loss solutions like minoxidil, toupees, and transplants. ### Scene 2: Dinner Conversation and Dog Discussion - At a dinner party, conversation shifts to Jakey's desire for a dog and the difficulties of having a puppy. - Larry suggests Jeff's German shepherd, Oscar, a trained dog, which piques interest due to its training as a corpse-sniffing dog from the fire department. ### Scene 3: Wine Dispute at the Restaurant - A disagreement arises over a bottle of wine at the restaurant, with Larry insisting it should be sent back due to its quality, while others disagree. ### Scene 4: Restaurant Talk and Money Matters - Conversation turns to Larry's restaurant and his reluctance to talk about it due to Cheryl's disinterest. - A heated discussion about marital finances ensues, focusing on whether money earned by one spouse belongs to both. ### Scene 5: Oscar's Arrival and Corpse-Sniffing Antics - Oscar the dog is brought into the restaurant, causing disruption due to Jeff's allergies and the dog's behavior. - Oscar's corpse-sniffing skills come into play, leading to a comedic misunderstanding about a possible dead body under the restaurant's floor. ### Scene 6: The Dog, The Allergy, and The Bra - The conflict between Jeff's allergy to Oscar and his daughter's attachment to the dog is highlighted. - Oscar discovers a bra under the floor, not a corpse, leading to an uproar and the restaurant's temporary closure. ### Scene 7: Negotiations Over Oscar - Larry attempts to persuade Sammy, Jeff's daughter, to choose her father over Oscar, leading to humorous and awkward situations. - Oscar is eventually taken to the Braudy family, but not without further complications and misunderstandings. ### Scene 8: The Return of Oscar and Larry's Mishap - Larry's efforts to return Oscar to Jeff's family backfire, leading to accusations of Larry getting Sammy drunk and stealing the dog. - The episode concludes with escalating tensions and comedic mishaps surrounding Oscar. ### Scene 9: Larry's Failed Attempt to Reclaim Oscar - Larry's attempt to retrieve Oscar from the Braudys leads to further conflict and a revoked thank you, ending with Larry being threatened with police involvement. ### Scene 10: Oscar's Escape and Larry's Victory - In a final twist, Oscar escapes from the Braudys and returns to Larry, resulting in a triumphant yet ironic conclusion for Larry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Phil Dunlap in the episode?

Phil Dunlap is a candidate for the chef's position at Larry's new restaurant.

What is unique about Jeff's dog, Oscar?

Oscar is a trained corpse-sniffing German shepherd from the fire department.

Why does Larry suggest giving Oscar to Jakey?

Jakey wants a dog, and Oscar is well-trained and available due to Jeff's allergies.

What issue arises with a bottle of wine at the dinner?

Larry insists on sending back a bottle of wine due to its quality, leading to a disagreement.

What topic causes a heated debate at dinner?

The discussion of marital finances and whether money earned by one spouse belongs to both causes a heated debate.

What unexpected discovery does Oscar make at the restaurant?

Oscar discovers a bra under the restaurant's floor, not a corpse.

How does Oscar affect the restaurant's operation?

The discovery of the bra by Oscar leads to the restaurant's temporary closure.

What dilemma does Jeff face regarding Oscar?

Jeff's allergy to Oscar conflicts with his daughter's attachment to the dog.

How does Larry try to solve the problem with Oscar and Sammy?

Larry attempts to persuade Sammy, Jeff's daughter, to choose her father over Oscar.

What accusation is made against Larry regarding Sammy and Oscar?

Larry is accused of getting Sammy drunk and stealing Oscar.

How does the episode end regarding Oscar?

Oscar escapes from the Braudys and returns to Larry, leading to a comedic conclusion.

Curb Your Enthusiasm season 3 episode 7

The Corpse-Sniffing Dog