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S6·E5 The Couch

Name: The Couch
Released: 1994-10-27
Duration: 22 min
Cast: David James Elliott, Reni Santoni, Patton Oswalt, Robert Hooks, Denise Dowse

Episode: Season 6, Episode 5
Air Date: October 27, 1994
Runtime: 22 minutes
Director: Andy Ackerman
Writer: Larry David
Score: 7.9/10 (31 TMDB votes)
Story Type: Core Character Arc

Core Aired October 27, 1994 22 min ★ 7.9/10 · 31 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Character-defining development exploring origin backstory and emotional depth.

Synopsis

Freedom-of-choice issues disrupt Elaine's new relationship and Kramer's business; George watches a video instead of reading his book-club book.

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Director & writers

Larry DavidWriterAndy AckermanDirector

Guest stars

David James ElliottCarl

Reni SantoniPoppie

Patton OswaltClerk

Robert HooksJoe Temple

Denise DowseMother

Jessica HechtLindsay

Mari WeissWoman #1

Tamar CooperWoman #2

Beverly C. BrownWoman #3

Jeris PoindexterMan

Deck McKenzieMan in Video Store

Diana TheodoreRemy Temple

Ruth CohenRuthie Cohen (uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 6 Episode 5 of Seinfeld air?

Season 6, Episode 5 ('The Couch') originally aired on October 27, 1994.

How long is Season 6 Episode 5 ('The Couch')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 22 minutes.

What happens in Seinfeld Season 6 Episode 5?

Freedom-of-choice issues disrupt Elaine's new relationship and Kramer's business; George watches a video instead of reading his book-club book....

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