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Seinfeld - S08E07 - The Checks
 

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The Checks

 
Elaine's new boyfriend, Brett, is obsessed with designer furniture and the song "Desperado." Jerry spots an umbrella salesman using the sales technique he invented. The salesman says it was someone else. Hundreds of twelve-cent royalty checks keep arriving from Jerry's brief appearance on a Japanese television. Kramer warns George that the carpet cleaners he hired are actually a front for a religious cult. Intrigued, George tries to be converted, but they're not interested. Kramer meets some Japanese businessman and he takes them on the town and to the cleaners. He is a little confused about the exchange rate. Brett delivers a large chest of drawers to Kramer and thinks that Jerry might be jealous. Kramer thinks the TV pilot that Jerry and George did would be perfect for Japanese television. They pitch it to a couple of Japanese TV executives. Elaine tries to find a song that she and Brett can share. Kramer puts his Japanese friends up at his place. They're sleeping in the chest of drawers. Jerry caught in the rain meets the man in the street that claims credit for the twirl. He also meets Brett who is convinced Jerry is down on his luck. George gets the cleaners to do the offices at Yankee Stadium where they find a new recruit. Because of the humidity from the hot tub, Kramer's guests get stuck in the chest. Jerry, with writer's cramp from check signing, uses a fire ax to open the chest. That scares the Japanese guests and injures Brett who passes out.
 
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Seinfeld / S08E07 : The Checks
Season 8, Episode 7 | Aired on November 7, 1996 | TV-PG | 25 min. | NBC
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  • Seinfeld - Episode 1 - The Foundation
    Episode 1
    The Foundation
  • Seinfeld - Episode 2 - The Soul Mate
    Episode 2
    The Soul Mate
  • Seinfeld - Episode 3 - The Bizarro Jerry
    Episode 3
    The Bizarro Jerry
  • Seinfeld - Episode 4 - The Little Kicks
    Episode 4
    The Little Kicks
  • Seinfeld - Episode 5 - The Package
    Episode 5
    The Package
  • Seinfeld - Episode 6 - The Fatigues
    Episode 6
    The Fatigues
  • Seinfeld - Episode 7 - The Checks
    Episode 7
    The Checks
  • Seinfeld - Episode 8 - The Chicken Roaster
    Episode 8
    The Chicken Roaster
  • Seinfeld - Episode 9 - The Abstinence
    Episode 9
    The Abstinence
  • Seinfeld - Episode 10 - The Andrea Doria
    Episode 10
    The Andrea Doria
  • Seinfeld - Episode 11 - The Little Jerry
    Episode 11
    The Little Jerry
  • Seinfeld - Episode 12 - The Money
    Episode 12
    The Money
  • Seinfeld - Episode 13 - The Comeback
    Episode 13
    The Comeback
  • Seinfeld - Episode 14 - The Van Buren Boys
    Episode 14
    The Van Buren Boys
  • Seinfeld - Episode 15 - The Susie
    Episode 15
    The Susie
  • Seinfeld - Episode 16 - The Pothole
    Episode 16
    The Pothole
  • Seinfeld - Episode 17 - The English Patient
    Episode 17
    The English Patient
  • Seinfeld - Episode 18 - The Nap
    Episode 18
    The Nap
  • Seinfeld - Episode 19 - The Yada Yada
    Episode 19
    The Yada Yada
  • Seinfeld - Episode 20 - The Millennium
    Episode 20
    The Millennium
  • Seinfeld - Episode 21 - The Muffin Tops
    Episode 21
    The Muffin Tops
  • Seinfeld - Episode 22 - The Summer of George
    Episode 22
    The Summer of George

Seinfeld season 8 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Jerry and George humorously discuss indigestion drug commercials. Elaine's new boyfriend, Brett, is fascinated with furniture designer Karl Farbman, leading to quirky discussions. Jerry, recognized by Japanese tourists for a TV show cameo, is annoyed by tiny royalty checks. Brett's obsession with the song "Desperado" strains his relationship with Elaine. George hires a suspiciously cheap carpet cleaning service, later revealed as a cult. Jerry's attempt to repurpose his failed TV pilot for a Japanese audience falls flat. The episode culminates with Brett sustaining a minor concussion and Mr. Wilhelm being brainwashed by the cult.

Full Episode S08E07 Recap

### Comedic Discussion about Indigestion Drugs - Jerry and George discuss the absurdity of indigestion drug commercials. - Jerry critiques George's comedic bit about "medication for the well." ### Furniture Design Conversation - Elaine and her new boyfriend, Brett, discuss furniture design. - Brett reveals his firm manufactures furniture designed by Karl Farbman. - Elaine and Brett banter about Farbman's designs and hypothetical Farbman-designed shoes. ### Umbrella Salesman Scene - Jerry and George encounter an umbrella salesman. - Jerry claims he invented the twirl used to attract customers. - A dispute arises over who actually invented the twirl. ### Japanese Royalty Checks - Jerry receives minor royalty checks from a Japanese TV show. - He expresses frustration over the tiny amounts. ### Brett's Generosity and "Desperado" - Elaine finds Brett sensitive and generous, moved by the song "Desperado." - Jerry and Elaine discuss Brett's peculiar attachment to the song. ### Sunshine Carpet Cleaners - George hires a cheap carpet cleaning service. - Jerry warns him that they might be a cult, but George is unconcerned. ### Brett and Jerry's Interaction - Brett meets Jerry, comments on Jerry's need for better furniture. - Brett offers to provide Jerry with Farbman furniture. ### Jerry's Fame in Japan - Japanese tourists recognize Jerry from the TV show. - Jerry's fame in Japan becomes a humorous point. ### Jerry's Hand Injury and Furniture Issues - Jerry struggles with carpal tunnel syndrome from signing checks. - Brett's concern for Jerry's living situation is highlighted. ### Elaine and Brett's Song Dispute - Elaine tries to establish "Witchy Woman" as their song, but Brett insists on "Desperado." ### Kramer's Japanese Guests - Kramer hosts his Japanese friends in drawers, mimicking Tokyo business hotels. ### Jerry's Failed TV Pilot - George and Kramer discuss Jerry's failed TV pilot. - Kramer suggests the pilot might succeed in Japan. ### Jerry's Butler Show Concept - Jerry explains the butler show concept to Japanese executives. - The concept's humor is lost in translation. ### Brett's Obsession with "Desperado" - Brett's obsession with "Desperado" strains his relationship with Elaine. ### George's Plan for the TV Pilot - George plans to pitch Jerry's pilot to Japanese networks. ### Umbrella Salesman Confrontation - Jerry confronts the umbrella salesman about the twirl invention. - The confrontation ends with Jerry being overcharged for an umbrella. ### Jerry's Struggle with Checks - Jerry's struggle with signing numerous checks is highlighted. ### The Failure of Jerry's Pilot in Japan - Japanese executives reject Jerry's pilot, finding it unrelatable. ### Brett's Concussion - Brett suffers a minor concussion, causing concern among the characters. ### The Sunshine Carpet Cleaners' Cult - The carpet cleaning service is revealed to be a cult, with Mr. Wilhelm brainwashed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who claims to have invented the umbrella twirl?

Jerry claims he invented it.

What is the name of the furniture designer mentioned by Brett?

Karl Farbman.

What song is Brett particularly attached to?

"Desperado."

What TV show is Jerry receiving royalty checks from?

A Japanese comedy show.

Why is Jerry suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome?

Due to signing a large number of minor royalty checks.

What is the Sunshine Carpet Cleaners' secret?

They are a crazy religious cult.

What furniture does Brett offer to Jerry?

A chest of drawers designed by Karl Farbman.

Why are Japanese tourists excited to see Jerry?

Because of his appearance in a Japanese TV show.

What song does Elaine suggest as theirs to Brett?

"Witchy Woman."

Where does Kramer host his Japanese guests?

In drawers, mimicking Tokyo business hotels.

What is the concept of Jerry's failed TV pilot?

A man becomes Jerry's butler after a car accident.

Why do the Japanese executives reject Jerry's pilot?

They find the butler concept unrelatable.

What does George suggest about Jerry's pilot?

That it might succeed in Japan.

What happens to Brett at the end of the episode?

He suffers a minor concussion.

What happens to Mr. Wilhelm?

He is brainwashed by the Sunshine Carpet Cleaners.

 
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