Ep 17. The Wife

Jerry Seinfeld, the stand-up comedian with a sarcastic wit, is back in his popular sitcom Seinfeld season 5 episode 17 titled "The Wife". The episode revolves around Jerry's friend George Costanza, who is getting married to a woman named Susan.

Jerry, who is not fond of Susan, tries to convince George not to marry her, but George is determined to impress his fiancée's parents, who are wealthy and influential. When Jerry asks George why he does not call off the wedding, George confesses that he wants to marry Susan because she is "nice."

Meanwhile, Jerry's neighbor Kramer has been playing with a couple of gym rats as part of his new hobby: working out. Kramer's obsession with his new pastime affects his relationship with his girlfriend, leading him to believe that he needs to become a professional athlete to keep her.

As the wedding approaches, Susan's parents invite George and Jerry to dinner. At the dinner, things go awry when Jerry accidentally drops a bottle of wine on Susan's mother, ruining her expensive dress. Susan's parents blame Jerry for the dress and refuse to pay for it. To make matters worse, Jerry accidentally photographs himself picking his nose in the background of their family photo.

Meanwhile, Kramer tries to prove his worth as an athlete to his girlfriend by trying out for the New York City Marathon. Kramer's attempts to train for the marathon without proper guidance or preparation lead to disastrous results, including him running into a sign and injuring himself.

As the wedding day arrives, Jerry, still unhappy about the marriage, attends the wedding as the best man. However, his feelings get the better of him when he delivers his speech and ends up insulting Susan in front of all the guests.

The episode ends with George expressing his happiness over his marriage to Susan, despite the mayhem it caused among his friends. Jerry, who is still against the marriage, accepts the situation and jokes that he will at least have someone to pick up the slack in the group.

Seinfeld season 5 episode 17, "The Wife," showcases the characters' flawed personalities and their attempts to make the most of their situations. With its clever humor, witty dialogue, and hilarious yet relatable scenarios, this episode is a must-watch for Seinfeld fans and anyone who enjoys a good laugh.