Seinfeld season 5 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In the hospital, discussions about treatment methods and staff diversity unfold amidst the birth of a baby. Kramer mistakenly thinks he sees a "pig-man" in a hospital room, sparking bizarre theories. Jerry and Elaine are asked to be godparents and face the task of participating in a bris. George's car gets damaged by a jumper from the hospital roof, but he fails to get compensation. Chaos ensues during the bris, leading to Jerry and Elaine being replaced as godparents by Kramer. The episode closes with reflections on the odd jobs people do.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the hospital scene?
The characters discuss hospital treatments and staff diversity, and a baby is born, causing chaos in the delivery room.
Why is George boasting in the hospital?
George is boasting about his exceptional parking skills.
What is the "pig-man" that Kramer talks about?
Kramer mistakenly enters the wrong hospital room and believes he sees a "pig-man," leading to comical misunderstandings.
Who are asked to be godparents and for whom?
Jerry and Elaine are asked to be godparents for a baby named Steven.
What responsibility comes with being a godparent in the episode?
Being a godparent involves participating in the bris, a circumcision ceremony.
What happens to George's car?
George's car is damaged when a person jumps from the hospital roof and lands on it.
How does the hospital respond to George's request for compensation?
The hospital refuses to compensate George for the damage to his car.
What is a mohel?
A mohel is a person who performs circumcisions.
What goes wrong during the bris?
The mohel accidentally injures Jerry's finger during the ceremony.
How does the episode end regarding the godparent situation?
Jerry and Elaine are dismissed as godparents due to the chaos at the bris, and Kramer is chosen instead.
What does Jerry reflect on at the end of the episode?
Jerry muses humorously on the nature of employment and the unusual jobs people are willing to do.
What is Kramer's stance on circumcision?
Kramer is opposed to the practice of circumcision.
How does George react to his car being damaged?
George is upset and seeks compensation from the hospital.
Is the "pig-man" real?
No, the "pig-man" is a misunderstanding by Kramer; it's likely just a regular hospital patient.
What does the episode say about Jerry and Elaine's friendship with the parents?
The episode suggests that Jerry and Elaine's friendship with the parents is not very close, as they feel their role as godparents is "level-jumping" the friendship.
