Curb Your Enthusiasm

10 Best Episodes of Curb Your Enthusiasm - Season 1

Looking for a hilarious and slightly cringe-worthy TV show to binge-watch? Look no further than "Curb Your Enthusiasm." This off-kilter, unscripted comedy series follows the life of Larry David, the co-creator of Seinfeld, as he navigates through a parallel universe where nothing seems to go according to plan. And when we say nothing, we mean nothing. From awkward social encounters to outrageous misunderstandings, Larry's life is a comedy of errors that will leave you in stitches.

Originally aired in 2000, "Curb Your Enthusiasm" has become a beloved staple on HBO, captivating audiences with its unique brand of humor. With a whopping 13 seasons under its belt, this show has plenty of material to keep you entertained for days on end. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the series, there's no shortage of memorable episodes that will leave you doubled over with laughter.

So, grab some popcorn, settle in, and get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Larry David. From cringe-worthy encounters to hilarious misunderstandings, "Curb Your Enthusiasm" is a must-watch for any comedy lover. And with 13 seasons available on HBO, you'll have plenty of material to keep you entertained. Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt with this iconic TV show!

Written by Sophie and last updated on apr 18, 2024.

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#10 - Ted and Mary (Season 1 - Episode 2)

Larry and Cheryl's fun-filled bowling date with Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen ends with Larry's shoes missing.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 965 votes.

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#9 - AAMCO (Season 1 - Episode 7)

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Jeff gets a new car, and when Larry takes it for a spin, a commercial comes on the radio for AAMCO, with a noise sounding much like a car horn from behind. Upon hearing this, Larry curses the man behind him, prompting the man to rear-end Jeff's brand new car. Also, Larry and Cheryl hold a dinner party.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 673 votes.

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#8 - The Pants Tent (Season 1 - Episode 1)

An innocent bunch-up in Larry's trousers gives rise to an embarrassing situation.

The episode was rated 7.49 from 1249 votes.

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#7 - The Bracelet (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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Larry is continually thwarted in his effort to buy a bracelet as a peacemaking gift for Cheryl.

The episode was rated 7.57 from 769 votes.

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#6 - Porno Gil (Season 1 - Episode 3)

Larry sets off a bizarre chain of events (as he always seems to do) in which he is forced to attend a party at the home of a porno businessman.

The episode was rated 7.62 from 882 votes.

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#5 - The Wire (Season 1 - Episode 6)

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Hoping to bury an unsightly telephone wire dangling over their yard, Larry and Cheryl befriend a pair of bizarre neighbors who must approve the burial. The husband is an incompetent lawyer but a big Seinfeld fan, so to appease him Larry arranges to have Julia Louis-Dreyfuss come for a visit. But when the actress arrives, the lawyer is missing; he's been hired to defend Jeff in a case involving a destructive kid Jeff sponsored for a Fresh Air Fund camp. At Larry's house, Julia ends up buying a bracelet from the lawyer's wife -- the same kind Larry wanted in episode 4 -- only to later accuse Larry of stealing it after he buys a similar one for Cheryl.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 710 votes.

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#4 - Affirmative Action (Season 1 - Episode 9)

Larry gets himself in trouble, when he makes a racist-like comment to Richard's friend. Also, Larry inadvertently loses Cheryl's prescription note.

The episode was rated 7.71 from 607 votes.

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#3 - Interior Decorator (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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Larry has some medical problems involving a certain bracelet. No biggy. Then larger problems arise when Larry finds out he shares the same interior decorator as Diane Keaton.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 754 votes.

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#2 - Beloved Aunt (Season 1 - Episode 8)

When Cheryl's aunt dies, Larry is left in charge of the obituary. But when the newspaper accidentally places ""beloved c*nt"" instead of beloved aunt, things take an expected turn for the worse.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 670 votes.

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#1 - The Group (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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Larry runs into his old girlfriend, and she asks him to escort her to an incest-survivors meeting. Cheryl is asked to co-star in ""The Vagina Monologues"" when one of the actresses is sick.

The episode was rated 7.89 from 619 votes.

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