Seinfeld: Season 4

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Seinfeld: Season 4

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NBC | Season Premiere Date: August 19, 1992

Starring: Michael Richards, Jerry Seinfeld, Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Summary: This is a show about nothing; however, for a show about nothing, this show has many complex plots, sub-plots, is very well written and put together. So much so that until the public caught onto the series, the television critics were responsible for helping to keep it alive. The critics further went on and made the series victorious inThis is a show about nothing; however, for a show about nothing, this show has many complex plots, sub-plots, is very well written and put together. So much so that until the public caught onto the series, the television critics were responsible for helping to keep it alive. The critics further went on and made the series victorious in every category it was eligible for in the 1st Annual American Television Awards. Seinfeld has also won a few Emmy Awards, the George Foster Peabody Award for 1992 and many more. Many of the early episodes were based on the life experiences of series co-creator, Larry David. Stories such as The Stock Tip and The Jacket really happened, as did many others. Across the hall from Larry lived a man named Kenny Kramer, who aside from the physical comedy aspects, lives the life of TV Kramer. Find out all about him at the real Kramer's web site. Some aspects were based on Jerry's life. Jerry's real address in NYC when he was struggling comic was 129 W. 81 St., this is the address used for his building in the series. In the series, Jerry lives in apartment 5A, Kramer in 5B. Viewer Jason Dean Vaupel notes that in a couple of episodes of the second season, Jerry lives in apartment 3A. And Newman's apartment has usually been 5E, but viewer Jeff Holland notes that it sometimes is 5F and that 5E was rented out to someone else as already noted in the episode, The Conversion. Their building is called The Shelley according to viewer Kipp Teague whose discerned that from the awning on the building. However, that building is actually located in Los Angeles, the building at the real address in NYC is much different. Jeff Holland also notes that The Shelley has no visible fire escapes, but there is one outside of Jerry's window. Other aspects are composite of both lives. For example, Elaine's character is half based on Jerry's ex-girlfriend Carol Leifer. Carol joined the production staff in the 5th season. An ex-girlfriend of Larry David's, named Monica Yates, whose father was a noted writer in the other half of the Elaine equation. Larry David once wore a suede jacket that got wet while meeting her father. Another viewer, Bobby Bank, notes that a tribute to Jerry's father is seen in occasional episodes. Jerry's father, named Kal, worked in the sign business, so occasionally in the background you may see a sign that says Kal's Signs. Bobby stated in a trade magazine for the sign industry called Signs of the Times that he... Quote:
had the pleasure of meeting and working with Kal in the early 70s when we were producing Jewelite (Bobby's company) letters for him. I remember Kal saying, 'Bobby, you should meet my son Jerry. He's a real funny guy.'

Viewer Robert Buchanan also reminds me that it is ironic that Jerry's father's name is Kal, and Superman's real Kryptonian name is Kal-El.

Most every episode takes place in Jerry's apartment; however, there are (of course) a few exceptions: The Chinese Restaurant, The Pen, The Parking Garage, The Subway, The Limo, The Airport, The Movie, The Hamptons, The Merv Griffin Show & The Dealership. While no activity occurs there, an empty apartment is shown in The Puerto Rican Day.

First Telecast: July 5, 1989

Last Telecast: May 14, 1998

Episodes: 180 Color Episodes + 1 Special

Ratings History
Season 1= Not in the Top 30
Season 2= Not in the Top 30
Season 3= Not in the Top 30
Season 4= 25
Season 5= 3
Season 6= 1
Season 7= 2
Season 8= 2
Season 9= 1… Expand

Creator: Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David

Genre(s): Comedy

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Season 4 Episodes

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S4:E24. The Pilot (2)
Air Date: May 20, 1993
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S4:E23. The Pilot (1)
Air Date: May 20, 1993
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S4:E22. The Handicap Spot
Air Date: May 13, 1993

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Richard Zoglin

Jul 2, 2013

All that's missing from Seinfeld is some human ballast to the frivolity. Jokes about air conditioning in Florida and bathrooms in shopping malls are fine as far as they go. But Seinfeld the character remains curiously weightless and remote. Read full review

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gabrielbb5

Jan 21, 2011

The season where Seinfeld finally hit its stride. I won't bother dissecting episodes from the show, but just so you get an idea how "classic" this season is, I'll list some episodes (which is worth more than 1000 words when talking about this show): The Pitch, The Bubble Boy, The CheeverThe season where Seinfeld finally hit its stride. I won't bother dissecting episodes from the show, but just so you get an idea how "classic" this season is, I'll list some episodes (which is worth more than 1000 words when talking about this show): The Pitch, The Bubble Boy, The Cheever Letters, The Virgin, The Contest, The Pick, The Implant, The Junior Mint. Is that enough for you?… Expand

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ForReals13

Apr 2, 2018

The Trip Part 1 B+. The Trip Part 2 B+. The Pitch A-.
The Ticket B+. The Wallet B. The Watch B. The Bubble Boy A-.
The Cheever Letters B+. The Opera B+. The Virgin B+. The Contest A. The Airport A. The Pick A-. The Movie B+. The Visa B+. The Shoes B+. The Outing A. The Old Man B+. TheThe Trip Part 1 B+. The Trip Part 2 B+. The Pitch A-.
The Ticket B+. The Wallet B. The Watch B. The Bubble Boy A-.
The Cheever Letters B+. The Opera B+. The Virgin B+.
The Contest A. The Airport A. The Pick A-. The Movie B+.
The Visa B+. The Shoes B+. The Outing A. The Old Man B+.
The Implant A-. The Junior Mint A-. The Smelly Car B+.
The Handicap Spot B+. The Pilot A-.… Expand

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kyler32291

Jun 4, 2012

Seinfeld is hands down the best comedy series that ever lived. Most people would agree with me that it completely changed the way comedies were done as well as being one the funniest shows you could ever watch. Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David are geniuses! Go. Watch. This. Show. Every Episode.

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drlowdon

Sep 29, 2019

This fourth season of Seinfeld was what propelled it from cult favourite to huge network hit and is widely regarded as the start of the shows golden period. The main story running throughout this season is George and Jerry's attempt to develop a sitcom pilot for NBC but it is the individualThis fourth season of Seinfeld was what propelled it from cult favourite to huge network hit and is widely regarded as the start of the shows golden period. The main story running throughout this season is George and Jerry's attempt to develop a sitcom pilot for NBC but it is the individual episodes that make this arguably Seinfeld’s greatest season. Pushing the boundaries of TV comedy, let alone network comedy’ with episodes 'The Bubble Boy' and 'The Visa' we really start to see the characters at the hilariously selfish best while the 'The Contest' (considered by many to be the shows funniest episode) is as every bit as unexpected as it is funny.

This is TV comedy at its best.… Expand

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heromoder

Apr 27, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Some fantastic television here. Highlights include The Bubble Boy, The Contest, The Airport, The Movie, The Outing ("My father's gay!") The Handicap Spot and The Smelly Car.… Expand

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Onlyclassicvg1

Aug 13, 2022

This is a show about nothing; however, for a show about nothing, this show has many complex plots, sub-plots, is very well written and put together. So much so that until the public caught onto the series, the television critics were responsible for helping to keep it alive. The criticsThis is a show about nothing; however, for a show about nothing, this show has many complex plots, sub-plots, is very well written and put together. So much so that until the public caught onto the series, the television critics were responsible for helping to keep it alive. The critics further went on and made the series… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful00

Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 9

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- Season 9 Overview
  Air Date: September 25, 1997
Season 8

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- Season 8 Overview
  Air Date: September 19, 1996
Season 7

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- Season 7 Overview
  Air Date: September 21, 1995
Season 6

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- Season 6 Overview
  Air Date: September 22, 1994
Season 5

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- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: September 16, 1993
Season 4

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- Season 4 Overview
  Air Date: August 19, 1992
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  S4:E24. The Pilot (2)
  Air Date: May 20, 1993
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  S4:E23. The Pilot (1)
  Air Date: May 20, 1993
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  S4:E22. The Handicap Spot
  Air Date: May 13, 1993
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  S4:E21. The Smelly Car
  Air Date: April 15, 1993
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  S4:E20. The Junior Mint
  Air Date: March 18, 1993
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  S4:E19. The Implant
  Air Date: February 25, 1993
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  S4:E18. The Old Man
  Air Date: February 18, 1993
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  S4:E17. The Outing
  Air Date: February 11, 1993
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  S4:E16. The Shoes
  Air Date: February 4, 1993
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  S4:E15. The Visa
  Air Date: January 27, 1993
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  S4:E14. The Movie
  Air Date: January 6, 1993
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  S4:E13. The Pick
  Air Date: December 16, 1992
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  S4:E12. The Airport
  Air Date: November 25, 1992
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  S4:E11. The Contest
  Air Date: November 18, 1992
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  S4:E10. The Virgin
  Air Date: November 11, 1992
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  S4:E9. The Opera
  Air Date: November 4, 1992
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  S4:E8. The Cheever Letters
  Air Date: October 28, 1992
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  S4:E7. The Bubble Boy
  Air Date: October 7, 1992
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  S4:E6. The Watch (2)
  Air Date: September 30, 1992
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  S4:E5. The Wallet (1)
  Air Date: September 23, 1992
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  S4:E4. The Ticket
  Air Date: September 16, 1992
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  S4:E3. The Pitch
  Air Date: September 16, 1992
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  S4:E2. The Trip (2)
  Air Date: August 19, 1992
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  S4:E1. The Trip (1)
  Air Date: August 12, 1992
Season 3

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- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: September 18, 1991
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: January 23, 1991
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: July 5, 1989