Seinfeld (1989)
The definitive sitcom about nothing — Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David's groundbreaking NBC comedy that turned everyday absurdity into television legend.
Seinfeld - Series Information
- Original Title: Seinfeld
- First Air Year: 1989
- Last Air Year: 1998
- Created by: Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Number of Seasons: 9
- Number of Episodes: 180
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: July 5, 1989 (United States - TV-PG), July 5, 1989 (Canada - PG), July 5, 1989 (United Kingdom - 15), July 5, 1989 (Germany - 12), July 5, 1989 (France - 18), July 5, 1989 (Australia - M), July 5, 1989 (Brazil - L), July 5, 1989 (Mexico - B), July 5, 1989 (Spain - 13), July 5, 1989 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: NBC
- Production Companies: Castle Rock Entertainment, West/Shapiro Productions, Fred Barron Productions, Giggling Goose Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: 사인펠드 (KR), ساينفيلد (United Arab Emirates)
Seinfeld - Plot
A stand-up comedian and his three offbeat friends weather the pitfalls and payoffs of life in New York City in the '90s. It's a show about nothing.
Seinfeld - Trailer
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A show about nothing.
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Seinfeld - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Jerry Seinfeld
- Larry David
Main Cast
- Jerry Seinfeld
- Jason Alexander
- Michael Richards
- Julia Louis-Dreyfus
- Ruth Cohen
- Wayne Knight
- Larry David
- Heidi Swedberg
- Norman Brenner
- Estelle Harris
Writers
- Larry David
- Peter Mehlman
- Jerry Seinfeld
- Larry Charles
- Jeff Schaffer
Executive Producers
- Larry David
- Howard West
- Jerry Seinfeld
- Fred Barron
- Jeff Schaffer
Seinfeld - FAQs
Where can you stream Seinfeld online?
Seinfeld is available to stream on Netflix, including Netflix Standard with Ads. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Netflix holds the exclusive global streaming rights to the series.
Why is Seinfeld called a show about nothing?
The phrase "a show about nothing" originated within the series itself, when George and Jerry pitch a sitcom concept to NBC executives. It became the show's defining tagline because Seinfeld deliberately avoided traditional sitcom storytelling, focusing instead on mundane social observations and everyday absurdities rather than dramatic plots.
Who are the main cast members of Seinfeld?
The four principal cast members are Jerry Seinfeld as himself, Jason Alexander as George Costanza, Michael Richards as Cosmo Kramer, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Elaine Benes. Recurring supporting players include Wayne Knight as Newman and Estelle Harris as Estelle Costanza.
Is Seinfeld based on a true story?
Seinfeld is largely inspired by real life. Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David drew heavily from their own experiences and observations. George Costanza is widely considered a semi-autobiographical stand-in for Larry David, while many storylines were rooted in actual incidents from the writers' personal lives.
How many seasons and episodes does Seinfeld have?
Seinfeld ran for 9 seasons and 180 episodes on NBC. The series began with a short first season of 5 episodes in 1989 and expanded to full 22–24 episode seasons. It concluded with a widely watched series finale in May 1998.
What is the Seinfeld finale controversy about?
The Seinfeld series finale, "The Finale," aired on May 14, 1998, and drew over 76 million viewers. It was controversial because the main characters were arrested and convicted for their selfish behavior, which many fans found unsatisfying. Critics were divided, and the ending remains one of television's most debated conclusions.
Did Seinfeld win any major awards?
Yes. Seinfeld won numerous Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series, and earned Golden Globe recognition. Julia Louis-Dreyfus won multiple Emmys for her role as Elaine Benes. The show is consistently ranked among the greatest television series ever made by critics and industry organizations.
What is the content rating for Seinfeld?
Seinfeld is rated TV-PG in the United States, indicating that some material may not be suitable for younger children and parental guidance is suggested. The series contains adult humor, mild language, and mature social situations, though it remains generally accessible to a broad audience.
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