Ep 10. The Contest

In the Seinfeld season 4 episode 10, titled "The Contest," the gang finds themselves in a unique and hilarious situation when they make a bet to see who can go the longest without masturbating.

The premise of the episode is introduced when Jerry receives an unexpected visit from his friend, Russell Dalrymple. Russell invites Jerry to accompany him on a weekend trip to Paris, but Jerry declines because he has to attend his nephew's bris. However, the visit sparks a conversation about self-control, and the gang decides to make a $100 bet to see who can go the longest without masturbating.

As the episode progresses, we see each character struggling to resist the urge to masturbate. Elaine is tempted by John F. Kennedy Jr., who moves into her building, and struggles to resist a sexual encounter with him. George becomes increasingly frustrated with his sexual frustration, and even visits his mother's house to try to relieve himself. Kramer brings in a friend to help him with his addiction, but ultimately loses the bet after seeing a naked woman across the street.

The episode is notable for its witty dialogue and absurd situations. It cleverly tackles the taboo topic of masturbation in a way that is both hilarious and relatable. The writing is sharp and the performances are spot-on, with each actor delivering some of their best comedic work.

"The Contest" is a standout episode in the Seinfeld canon, and is often cited as one of the show's best episodes. It won an Emmy for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Writing in a Comedy Series, and remains a fan favorite to this day.