Ep 5. The Stock Tip
- PG
- June 21, 1990
- 22 min
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7.4 (5,081)
Jerry, Elaine, George and Kramer try to participate in their first "stock-tip". George claims to have heard a rumor from a friend that the company has confidential information that the stock price is about to skyrocket. They decide to pool their money together and invest in the stock, hoping to make a quick profit.
As they anxiously watch the stock, they are caught up in their own lives; Jerry is dating a woman who is very opposed to his eating habits, Elaine is trying to break up with a man who is convinced she is his girlfriend, George is trying to impress a woman and Kramer is simply trying to mooch off of everyone.
As the day progresses, the stock price seems to be steadily rising and the group becomes ecstatic. However, they soon realize that they have been had and their "hot tip" was merely a scam. They lose all their money and are left to pick up the pieces of their shattered investment dreams.
The episode is classic Seinfeld, with its humor revolving around the characters' idiosyncrasies and their interactions with each other. It also pokes fun at the concept of get-rich-quick schemes and greed, as well as the unpredictability of the stock market. The episode showcases the group's bond, despite their often-quirky personalities, and how they always have each other's backs, even when they make mistakes.
Overall, "The Stock Tip" is a must-watch for fans of Seinfeld as it captures the elements that made the show a cultural phenomenon; witty dialogue, hilarious characters, and clever plotlines.