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Seinfeld - S02E05 - The Apartment
 

Watch Seinfeld season 2 episode 5 Online

The Apartment

 
Kramer tries mousse in his hair. Jerry gets Elaine an opportunity to get the apartment right above him, before he realizes the possible implications. George tests the "man with a wedding band" theory of meeting women.
 
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Seinfeld / S02E05 : The Apartment
Season 2, Episode 5 | Aired on April 4, 1991 | TV-PG | 25 min. | NBC
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  • Seinfeld - Episode 1 - The Ex-Girlfriend
    Episode 1
    The Ex-Girlfriend
  • Seinfeld - Episode 2 - The Pony Remark
    Episode 2
    The Pony Remark
  • Seinfeld - Episode 3 - The Jacket
    Episode 3
    The Jacket
  • Seinfeld - Episode 4 - The Phone Message
    Episode 4
    The Phone Message
  • Seinfeld - Episode 5 - The Apartment
    Episode 5
    The Apartment
  • Seinfeld - Episode 6 - The Statue
    Episode 6
    The Statue
  • Seinfeld - Episode 7 - The Revenge
    Episode 7
    The Revenge
  • Seinfeld - Episode 8 - The Heart Attack
    Episode 8
    The Heart Attack
  • Seinfeld - Episode 9 - The Deal
    Episode 9
    The Deal
  • Seinfeld - Episode 10 - The Baby Shower
    Episode 10
    The Baby Shower
  • Seinfeld - Episode 11 - The Chinese Restaurant
    Episode 11
    The Chinese Restaurant
  • Seinfeld - Episode 12 - The Busboy
    Episode 12
    The Busboy

Seinfeld season 2 episode 5 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Jerry repaints his apartment, contemplating space and his ideal living room like the Enterprise's bridge. Kramer experiments with hair mousse, marking a new phase. Elaine learns about an affordable apartment in Jerry's building and is thrilled, but Jerry privately frets. The apartment deal complicates when a $5000 fee is introduced. Under pressure, Jerry offers to loan Elaine the money. At a brunch, George tests wearing a wedding band as a social experiment. Eventually, a higher offer for the apartment spares Jerry from lending money, but Elaine struggles with noisy neighbors.

Full Episode S02E05 Recap

### Jerry's Apartment Painting and Musings - Jerry repaints his apartment, feeling it's getting smaller due to the layers of paint. - He expresses a wish for his living room to be like the bridge on the starship Enterprise. - He muses about the convenience of the Enterprise's setup and the social aspects of having a big screen. ### Conversation About Mousse and Brunch Invitation - Kramer discusses using mousse in his hair, describing it as a new phase in his life. - A friend invites Jerry and others to a brunch for viewing the New York Marathon. ### Discussion About Mrs. Hudwalker's Apartment - Jerry is informed that Mrs. Hudwalker has passed away and her apartment is available. - Jerry thinks of recommending the apartment to Elaine. ### Elaine Learns About the Apartment - Jerry tells Elaine about the available apartment in his building for $400 a month. - Elaine is ecstatic about the prospect of living close to Jerry. ### Jerry's Concerns and Elaine's Excitement - Jerry privately expresses his concerns about Elaine moving into his building. - Elaine, unaware of Jerry's reservations, continues to express her excitement. ### The Apartment Deal Goes Awry - The landlords, Harold and Manny, inform Jerry that the apartment now requires a $5000 fee due to a higher offer. - Jerry is conflicted about whether to help Elaine with the money. ### Elaine's Dilemma and Jerry's Reluctant Offer - Elaine faces the challenge of coming up with $5000 for the apartment. - Jerry, under pressure from Kramer and the situation, offers to loan Elaine the money. ### The Brunch and Social Interactions - At the brunch, various guests discuss their lives and professions. - George experiments with wearing a wedding band as a social test. ### Jerry's Regret and George's Revelation - Jerry regrets offering the loan to Elaine. - George realizes the folly of his wedding band experiment. ### Resolution and New Problems - A solution emerges when someone offers $10,000 for the apartment, freeing Jerry from lending Elaine the money. - However, Elaine faces new challenges with noisy neighbors in her current residence. ### Jerry and Elaine's Changed Dynamics - Jerry struggles with the idea of confronting Elaine about not wanting her in the building. - Elaine, overwhelmed by her noisy neighbors, expresses regret about missing the opportunity to move.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Jerry repaint his apartment?

Jerry repaints his apartment because he's been living there for years, but each time he feels it's getting smaller due to the paint thickness.

What is Jerry's ideal living room?

Jerry's ideal living room would be like the bridge on the starship Enterprise, with a big chair, nice screen, and remote control.

What prompts Kramer to use mousse in his hair?

Kramer decides to use mousse as he feels it's time for a change, marking a new phase in his life.

Why is Elaine excited about Mrs. Hudwalker's apartment?

Elaine is excited about Mrs. Hudwalker's apartment because it's available in Jerry's building for an affordable rent of $400 a month.

What problem arises with the apartment deal for Elaine?

The problem arises when the landlords require a $5000 fee for the apartment due to a higher offer, making it difficult for Elaine to afford.

How does Jerry feel about Elaine moving into his building?

Jerry feels concerned and conflicted about Elaine moving into his building, fearing it might invade his personal space.

Who offers to loan Elaine the money for the apartment?

Jerry offers to loan Elaine the money for the apartment, albeit reluctantly.

What sociological experiment does George conduct?

George conducts an experiment by wearing a wedding band to see if it makes him more attractive to women.

How does the apartment situation for Elaine get resolved?

The situation gets resolved when someone offers $10,000 for the apartment, meaning Elaine doesn't need to borrow money from Jerry.

What new problem does Elaine face at the end of the episode?

Elaine faces a new problem with noisy neighbors in her current residence, making her regret missing the opportunity to move into Jerry's building.

 
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