Seinfeld: Season 5

1993
22 episodes

Season 5 of Seinfeld premiered on September 16, 1993 and has 22 episodes, from "The Mango" to "The Opposite". The last episode aired on May 19, 1994.

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Episodes

Episode 1The MangoAired September 16, 1993
Jerry shares George's self-doubt after Elaine admits not all was as it seemed during their romantic relationship.
- 23m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Lawrence H. Levy and Larry David
Guest stars
- Lisa Edelstein Karen
- Leonard Termo Joe
- Veralyn Jones Renee
- Ruth Cohen Ruthie Cohen (uncredited)
Episode 2The Puffy ShirtAired September 23, 1993
Jerry's appearance with Bryant Gumbel is not the expected career boost for Kramer's girlfriend; but George gets a new career after moving back with his parents.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry David
Guest stars
- Bryant Gumbel Bryant Gumbel
- David Brisbin Client
- Wendel Meldrum Leslie
- Deborah May Elsa
- Michael Mitz Photographer
- Kim Gillingham Assistant
- Terrence Riggins Stage Manager
- Ron Ross Homeless Man
Episode 3The GlassesAired September 30, 1993
Kramer's optometrist pal replaces George's glasses with suspect frames.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Tom Gammill and Max Pross
Guest stars
- Timothy Stack Dwayne
- Len Lesser Uncle Leo
- Anna Gunn Amy
- Tom Towles Tough Guy
- Rance Howard Blind Man
- Michael Saad Doctor
Episode 4The Sniffing AccountantAired October 7, 1993
Jerry thinks his accountant may be on drugs; George's passion wins him a job; Elaine's exclamations end her relationship.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld
Guest stars
- John Kapelos Barry Prophet
- Patrick Cronin Sid Farkus
- Christa Miller Ellen
- Ralph Louis Harris Ralph
- Maria Stanton Woman in Diner
- Deck McKenzie Mitch
- Patrika Darbo Woman at Mailbox
- Peggy Lane Receptionist (voice)
Episode 5The BrisAired October 14, 1993
Godparenting is a chore for Jerry and Elaine; tragedy befalls George's car; Kramer decries a genetic experiment.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry Charles
Guest stars
- Tom Alan Robbins Stan
- Debra Mooney Mrs. Sweedler
- Jeannie Elias Myra
- Charles Levin Mohel
- John Gegenhuber Resident
- Tia Riebling Woman
- Frank Noon Patient
- Mark Zecca Cousin
Episode 6The Lip ReaderAired October 28, 1993
A tennis lineswoman is game to help George learn why he's been dumped.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Carol Leifer
Guest stars
- Marlee Matlin Laura
- Bret Anthony Teen
- Christopher Darga Driver
- Linda Kash Gwen
- Dylan Haggerty Young Man
- Jerry Sroka Todd
- Jeff Bye Man at Shop
- Larry David Sports Commentator / Limo Dispatcher (voice)
Episode 7The Non-Fat YogurtAired November 4, 1993
Jerry and Elaine's suspicion about "nonfat" yogurt figures into New York City's mayoral race.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry David
Guest stars
- Rudolph Giuliani Rudy Giuliani
- John Gabriel Newscaster
- Peter Keleghan Lloyd Braun
- Jed Mills Joel
- Maryedith Burrell Maryedith
- John Christian Graas Matthew
- Hugh A. Rose Doctor
- Lisa Houle Cheryl
Episode 8The BarberAired November 11, 1993
Jerry wants to switch barbers without hurting anyone's feelings; George goes to work, but was he hired?
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Andy Robin
Guest stars
- Michael Fairman Mr. Pensky
- Antony Ponzini Enzo
- David Ciminello Gino
- Jack Shearer Mr. Tuttle
- Ken Myles Mike
- Dave Richardson Customer
- Tom Gammill Office Worker
- Peter Mehlman Man in Barber Shop
Episode 9The MasseuseAired November 18, 1993
Jerry's masseuse-girlfriend doesn't like George; Elaine's boyfriend shares a moniker with a mass murderer.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry Charles and Peter Mehlman
Guest stars
- Lisa Edelstein Karen
- Jennifer Coolidge Jodi
- Anthony Cistaro Joel Rifkin
- John Bishop Ticket Man
- Lisa Pescia Lisa
- Lawrence Taylor Self (archive footage)
- Hiram Kasten Michael
- Ruth Cohen Ruthie Cohen (uncredited)
Episode 10The Cigar Store IndianAired December 9, 1993
Reading TV Guide nets Elaine an admirer, but gets her into trouble with George's father; Jerry's gift to Elaine offends her friend.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Tom Gammill and Max Pross
Guest stars
- Al Roker Al Roker
- Sam Lloyd Ricky
- Ralph Manza Gepetto
- Estelle Harris Estelle Costanza
- Jerry Stiller Frank Costanza
- Kimberly Guerrero Winona
- Carissa Channing Sylvia
- Veralyn Jones Renee
Episode 11The ConversionAired December 16, 1993
George wants to change religions for the sake of romance, while Kramer is attracted to a novice nun.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Bruce Kirschbaum
Guest stars
- Kay E. Kuter Older Priest
- Molly Hagan Sister Roberta
- Jana Marie Hupp Sasha
- Tom Verica Doctor
- Estelle Harris Estelle Costanza
- Jerry Stiller Frank Costanza
- Kimberly Campbell Tawni
- Bill Rose Younger Priest
Episode 12The StallAired January 6, 1994
George is charmed by Elaine's new boyfriend; Kramer thinks Jerry's new girlfriend is his phone-sex mate.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry Charles
Guest stars
- Dan Cortese Tony
- Jami Gertz Jane
- Ruth Cohen Ruthie Cohen (uncredited)
Episode 13The Dinner PartyAired February 3, 1994
A "brief" stop to buy gifts for a dinner party becomes an ordeal thanks to George's big coat.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry David
Guest stars
- Frank Novak Clerk
- Sayed Badreya Foreign Man
- Mark Holton David
- Fred Pinkard Newsstand Boy
- Suzy Soro Barbara
- Kathryn Kates Counterwoman
- S. Marc Jordan Man in Bakery
- Langdon Bensing Man on Street
Episode 14The Marine BiologistAired February 10, 1994
A writer hits a woman in the head with Elaine's electronic organiser; George lies to impress a woman.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Charlie Rubin and Ron Hague
Guest stars
- Carol Kane Corinne
- Rosalind Allen Diane
- George Murdock Testikov
- David Blackwood Hotel Clerk
- Heather Morgan Woman on Beach
- Larry David Man on Beach (voice)
- Wayne Knight Newman
- Richard Fancy Lippman
Episode 15The PieAired February 17, 1994
A mannequin resembles Elaine; George battles for a bargain suit; Jerry wonders why his date won't try a pie; Kramer has an itch.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Tom Gammill and Max Pross
Guest stars
- Reni Santoni Poppie
- Sam Lloyd Ricky
- Lane Davies MacKenzie
- Paul Mantee Health Inspector
- Patricia Belcher Woman #1
- Suzanne Snyder Audrey
- Christine Dunford Saleswoman
- Mark Beltzman Bob
Episode 16The Stand-InAired February 24, 1994
George postpones breaking up with his girlfriend; Kramer befriends a fellow soap-opera stand-in; and Jerry bombs trying to cheer up a sick friend.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry David
Guest stars
- Debbie Lee Carrington Tammy
- Danny Woodburn Mickey Abbott
- Thomas Dekker Bobby
- W. Earl Brown Al
- Mark Tymchyshyn Phil Totola
- Karla Tamburrelli Daphne
- Michael Rivkin Fulton
- Joe Gieb Johnny
Episode 17The WifeAired March 17, 1994
Jerry's girlfriend poses as his wife to get in on his dry-cleaning discount.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Peter Mehlman
Guest stars
- Courteney Cox Meryl
- Len Lesser Uncle Leo
- Barney Martin Morty Seinfeld
- Liz Sheridan Helen Seinfeld
- Scott LaRose Greg
- Joseph Ragno Marty
- Rebecca Glenn Paula
- Nick LaTour Grandpa
Episode 18The Raincoats (1)Aired April 28, 1994
Kramer plans to profit from raincoats created by Jerry's dad; George sells his dad's old "cruisewear."
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Tom Gammill, Larry David, Jerry Seinfeld and Max Pross
Guest stars
- Judge Reinhold Aaron
- Mike Hagerty Rudy
- Melanie Smith Rachel Goldstein
- Sandy Baron Jack Klompus
- Dorien Wilson Alec
- Barney Martin Morty Seinfeld
- Liz Sheridan Helen Seinfeld
- Estelle Harris Estelle Costanza
Episode 19The Raincoats (2)Aired April 28, 1994
The sale of Morty's raincoats is delayed; George tries to buy back his dad's clothes.
- 21m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Tom Gammill, Larry David, Jerry Seinfeld and Max Pross
Guest stars
- Judge Reinhold Aaron
- Mike Hagerty Rudy
- Melanie Smith Rachel Goldstein
- Sandy Baron Jack Klompus
- Dorien Wilson Alec
- Stephen Pearlman
- LaRita Shelby
- Barney Martin Morty Seinfeld
Episode 20The FireAired May 5, 1994
George embarrasses himself at a kids' birthday party; Jerry heckles back at a heckler.
- 22m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry Charles
Guest stars
- Jon Favreau Eric the Clown
- Dom Irrera Ronnie
- Patience Cleveland Old Lady
- Veanne Cox Toby
- Estelle Harris Estelle Costanza
- Jerry Stiller Frank Costanza
- Lisa Pescia Joanne
- Lawrence LeJohn Fireman
Episode 21The HamptonsAired May 12, 1994
In the Hamptons, George's date sunbathes topless; Kramer steals lobsters; and a handsome doctor compliments Elaine, or does he?
- 23m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Peter Mehlman and Carol Leifer
Guest stars
- Richard Burgi Ben
- Melora Walters Jane
- Melanie Smith Rachel Goldstein
- Mark L. Taylor Michael
- Jesse D. Goins Cop
- Lisa Mende Carol
Episode 22The OppositeAired May 19, 1994
George changes his life by going against his instincts; Kramer plugs his book on "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee."
- 23m
- Directed by Tom Cherones
- Written by Larry David, Jerry Seinfeld and Andy Cowan
Guest stars
- Siobhan Fallon Hogan Tina
- Kathie Lee Gifford Kathie Lee Gifford
- Regis Philbin Regis Philbin
- Melanie Smith Rachel Goldstein
- French Stewart Manager
- Dedee Pfeiffer Victoria
- Paul Gleason Cushman
- Larry David Steinbrenner