Curb Your Enthusiasm season 5 episode 3 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Larry's new orthotics create noise and discomfort. He asks Jesús to install a mezuzah, making jokes about anti-semitism and discussing religious beliefs. Meanwhile, Larry's orthotics lead to an awkward incident involving Cheryl's friend's bra size and the suggestion to fire their braless housekeeper, Maria. Larry ends up bra shopping for Maria, leading to humorous misunderstandings. The episode culminates with Larry inadvertently ruining the tooth fairy myth for Sammi, Jesús quitting over the bra conversation, and Larry's tooth falling out due to a chicken salad bone.

Full Episode S05E03 Recap

### Larry's Orthotic Issues and a Favor for Jesús - Larry is pleased with his new orthotics, though they make a lot of noise. - He asks Jesús, an employee, to install a mezuzah above his door for his father's visit, joking about it attracting anti-semites. - Larry warns Jesús that his father is hard-of-hearing. - Larry offers Jesús his orthotics to help with foot pain. ### The Mezuzah Installation and Larry's Theological Musings - Jesús agrees to install the mezuzah. - Larry and Jesús discuss religious practices and Larry shows a nail he claims is from "The Passion of the Christ." - Larry makes irreverent comments about worshipping Jesus and imagining God having a daughter named Jane. ### Awkward Encounters and Maria's Bra Situation - Larry accidentally looks at the bra size of Cheryl's friend and later suggests to Cheryl they fire their housekeeper, Maria, due to her not wearing a bra. - Cheryl insists Larry either tells Maria to wear a bra or fires her. - Larry awkwardly brings up the bra topic with Maria, who dislikes bras. He offers to buy her one. ### Larry's Bra Shopping Adventure - Larry goes bra shopping for Maria, leading to humorous misunderstandings. - He selects a comfortable bra, joking about wanting similar material for men's underwear. ### The Mezuzah Mishap and Jesus' Reaction - Jesús refuses to install the mezuzah after overhearing Larry's conversation about bras. - Larry is forced to install the mezuzah himself, using the "Christ nail." ### Tooth Fairy Debacle and Orthotic Chaos - Larry's noisy orthotics cause multiple issues, including waking Sammi, who discovers the tooth fairy isn't real. - Larry is criticized for ruining the tooth fairy myth and his insensitive remarks. ### The Bra Reveal and Larry's Talent - Maria is satisfied with the bra Larry bought. - Larry boasts about his ability to guess bra sizes, while dealing with the fallout from Jesús quitting. ### The Chicken Salad Disaster - Larry's tooth falls out after biting into a bone in Maria's chicken salad. - The episode ends with confusion and the sound of someone wearing orthotics, possibly Jesús.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Larry ask Jesús to do in episode 5x03?

Install a mezuzah above his door.

Why does Larry want a mezuzah installed?

For his father's visit, joking it's to alert anti-semites.

What are Larry's orthotics for?

To help with his foot pain.

Does Jesús agree to install the mezuzah?

Yes, initially.

What unusual item does Larry show Jesús?

A nail he claims is from "The Passion of the Christ."

Why does Larry consider firing Maria, his housekeeper?

Because she doesn't wear a bra, which he and Cheryl find distracting.

How does Larry address the bra issue with Maria?

He awkwardly suggests she wear a bra and offers to buy one for her.

Where does Larry go to buy a bra for Maria?

A lingerie store.

What problem arises from Larry's orthotics?

They are noisy and cause various disruptions.

What myth does Larry inadvertently ruin for Sammi?

The myth of the tooth fairy.

How does Jesús react to Larry's conversation about bras?

He gets upset and refuses to install the mezuzah.

What does Larry end up using to install the mezuzah?

The "Christ nail" he bought online.

What happens to Larry at the end of the episode?

His tooth falls out after biting into a bone in chicken salad.

Does Maria like the bra Larry buys for her?

Yes, she finds it comfortable and nice.

Why does Jesús quit his job?

Because he's offended by Larry's conversation about bras.

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