Curb Your Enthusiasm season 5 episode 8 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Larry visits Richard Lewis, who needs a kidney transplant and hopes Larry will donate his. During their chat, Richard gifts Larry Mickey Mantle's 500th home run ball. Later, Larry meets Lisa, Richard's nurse, who shares intimate details about her past relationship with Jeff. Larry learns from George Lopez about Ben Heineman, the head of the kidney consortium. To help Richard, Larry plans to befriend Ben by staging an accident with his car. After bonding over skiing and baseball, Larry invites Ben on a ski trip. Chaos ensues at the lodge due to kosher misunderstandings and Larry ends up stuck on a ski lift with Ben's daughter after sundown, violating her religious beliefs. The episode concludes with the kidney deal falling through and Richard's disappointment.
Full Episode S05E08 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Richard Lewis need Larry's help?
Richard Lewis needs a kidney transplant and hopes Larry, being a match, will donate his kidney.
How does Richard try to convince Larry to donate his kidney?
Richard gifts Larry a valuable baseball, Mickey Mantle's 500th home run ball, as a gesture of goodwill.
Who is Lisa and what is her connection to Larry and Jeff?
Lisa is Richard's nurse who reveals to Larry that she previously dated Jeff.
What intimate detail does Lisa share about Jeff?
Lisa tells Larry that Jeff is inadequate in bed, describing it as very small.
What strategy does Larry consider to help Richard get a kidney?
Larry considers befriending Ben Heineman, head of the kidney consortium, to move Richard up on the transplant list.
How do Larry and Jeff plan to initiate contact with Ben Heineman?
They stage an accident by hitting Heineman's car and leaving a note.
What common interests do Larry and Ben Heineman share?
They both love the Yankees and skiing.
Why does Larry invite Ben Heineman on a ski trip?
Larry hopes to impress Heineman to help expedite Richard's kidney transplant.
What accusation does Larry make against Lisa regarding the baseball?
Larry accuses Lisa of stealing Mickey Mantle's baseball and hiding it in her vagina.