Curb Your Enthusiasm season 9 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Larry David, frustrated by ongoing conversations with Sal, the golf club gatekeeper, later offends a friend by commenting on his baby's Asian appearance. He awkwardly tries to reset his relationship with his new mail carrier, Jean, after a date. To impress his friend's veteran fiancé, Larry and Jeff participate in a Revolutionary War reenactment, which turns chaotic when Sal shoots at them with live rounds. The episode concludes with Larry being reinstated at his golf club after discovering an affair, and he mistakenly battles va
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Larry David regret rolling down his car window at the golf club?
He regrets it because it led to ongoing, unwanted conversations with the gatekeeper, Sal.
What is Sal excited about in his conversation with Larry?
Sal is excited about participating in a Revolutionary War reenactment at Will Rogers Park.
How does Larry react to the waiter's description of the Dover sole?
He asks if it can be broiled instead of sautéed and instructs the waiter to note the chef's reaction.
What awkward comment does Larry make about Ken's baby?
Larry comments that Ken's baby looks a little Asian, which offends Ken.
What job does Jean, the new mail carrier, have?
Jean is a mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service.
Why does Larry want to reset his relationship with Jean?
He finds it challenging to date someone he interacts with daily and wants to return to a simple mail carrier-homeowner dynamic.
How does Jean respond to Larry's request to reset their relationship?
Jean refuses, feeling they are beyond resetting.
What does Larry fail to do at the golf club that causes offense?
He fails to thank Sammi's fiancé, a veteran, for his military service.
Why do Larry and Jeff participate in the Revolutionary War reenactment?
They do it to impress Sammi's fiancé and make amends for Larry's earlier failure to thank him for his service.
What unexpected event happens during the reenactment?
Sal, angry at Larry, starts shooting at them with live rounds.
How does Larry's ban from the golf club get lifted?
He discovers Mr. Takahashi and Ken's wife in a compromising situation, which leads to his reinstatement at the club.
What mistake do Larry and Jeff make with the valets at the end of the episode?
They mistake the valets for redcoats and engage in a mock battle.
How does Jean sarcastically thank Larry at the end of the episode?
She sarcastically thanks him for his service as a mail carrier.
