Season 5

A near-death experience, a revelation about his father and a sandwich named after him prompt Larry to undertake a sentimental journey in search of his roots...and step on a few toes along the way.

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   1. The Larry David Sandwich

   2005-09-25 · 31m

   As the Jewish high holy days approach, a near-death experience, coupled with a comment made by his father, leaves Larry wondering if there's more to his identity than he thought. In better news, a sandwich now bears his name, but it's not entirely to his liking.

2. 

   2. The Bowtie

   2005-10-02 · 31m

   Larry seeks professional help to secure information about his past. Meanwhile, his place as a gay rights supporter hits a snag.

3. 

   3. The Christ Nail

   2005-10-09 · 29m

   A undergarment purchase for his housekeeper lands Larry in hot water, while his father-in-law's fondness for The Passion of the Christ comes in handy more than once.

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   4. Kamikaze Bingo

   2005-10-16 · 31m

   Larry wonders how a Japanese WWII veteran can call himself a kamikaze, and feels a nursing home bingo game may not be on the up-and-up.

5. 

   5. Lewis Needs a Kidney

   2005-10-30 · 31m

   When Richard Lewis finds out he needs a kidney transplant, he finds two friends who match him, leaving them to decide who ""gets"" to give up their organ.

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   6. The Smoking Jacket

   2005-11-06 · 30m

   His father's smoking jacket and ""bathroom contamination"" cause grief for Larry.

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   7. The Seder

   2005-11-13 · 31m

   Cheryl puts on a Passover Seder, which Larry promptly finds numerous ways to ruin.

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   8. The Ski Lift

   2005-11-20 · 34m

   Anticipating having to give a kidney to Richard Lewis, Larry tries to develop a contingency plan should he need a kidney donation himself. Meanwhile, a nurse claims Jeff has some shortcomings. [tv.com]

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   9. The Korean Bookie

   2005-11-27 · 29m

   Larry has his jacket borrowed without permission, but he manages to end up the bad guy. Meanwhile, his investigation into what happened to Jeff's missing dog, Oscar, leads him to suspect his Korean bookie.

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    10. The End

    2005-12-04 · 43m

    Larry finally learns the truth regarding his possible adoption, and makes his final decision about a kidney donation for Richard Lewis.