Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 8
As "Single Larry" continues to navigate the L.A. dating scene, a faulty alibi lands him back in his hometown of New York City for an extended stay—where he proves that faux-pas and character assassinations can occur just as easily in the Big Apple as in Hollywood.
Season 8 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 7.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
As "Single Larry" continues to navigate the L.A. dating scene, a faulty alibi lands him back in his hometown of New York City for an extended stay—where he proves that faux-pas and character assassinations can occur just as easily in the Big Apple as in Hollywood.
Episode Guide
Season 8 Progress Shield
The Divorce
Jul 10, 2011 · 30 min
Larry learns his lawyer isn't kosher, and rescinds a cookie order from the Girl Scout daughter of a beleaguered sports owner.
The Safe House
Jul 17, 2011 · 29 min
Larry becomes an unlikely role model for battered women. Richard Lewis's relationship with a burlesque performer is put to the test. Leon survives a case of mistaken identity.
Palestinian Chicken
Jul 24, 2011 · 30 min
A Palestinian chicken restaurant is incredibly popular with Larry and his friends despite its open hostility towards Jews and Israel. Meanwhile, Larry's approached to inform people
The Smiley Face
Jul 31, 2011 · 30 min
Larry challenges the rules of dating and rethinks a decision regarding a new workplace neighbor. Meanwhile, Jeff invents an ill-advised excuse to get out of a dining engagement.
Vow of Silence
Aug 7, 2011 · 29 min
Larry's evolving alibi to get out of a charity function results in unexpected travel plans. Meanwhile, Susie makes demands for the terminally ill family dog's last meal; and Larry
The Hero
Aug 14, 2011 · 30 min
Larry plays the hero in the sky and underground; Jeff’s courtship of Ricky Gervais is sabotaged by a nosy waiter.
The Bi-Sexual
Aug 21, 2011 · 30 min
Larry competes with Rosie O’Donnell for the same woman, explores the nuances of Japanese bows, and refuses lunch with an LA acquaintance.
Car Periscope
Aug 28, 2011 · 30 min
Larry and Jeff weigh an investment opportunity; Wanda Sykes preempts Larry’s training schedule.
Mister Softee
Sep 4, 2011 · 33 min
An ice cream truck triggers a painful childhood memory for Larry.
Larry vs. Michael J. Fox
Sep 11, 2011 · 30 min
Larry accuses his neighbor, Michael J. Fox of harassment; Jeff takes a bullet for Susie; Larry gives an inappropriate gift to Elizabeth's son.