Ep 22. The Clip Show (2) (a.k.a. The Chronicle (2))
- TV-NR
- May 14, 1998
- 55 min
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7.8 (4,923)
The Clip Show (2) (a.k.a. The Chronicle (2)) is the twenty-second and final episode of the ninth season of the television series Seinfeld. The episode is a sequel to the previous season's clip show, The Clip Show (1), and features a compilation of some of the show's most memorable moments.
The episode begins with a monologue by Jerry Seinfeld, who introduces the show as a retrospective of the past nine seasons of Seinfeld. As the show progresses, short clips of classic Seinfeld moments are inter-cut with new interview footage of the show's cast discussing their memories of the series.
The clips chosen for this episode are some of the most iconic scenes in the show's history, including the Soup Nazi, the Festivus dinner, and George's answering machine message. Each clip is preceded by a short discussion by one of the cast members, who reminisces about the scene and what it meant to them.
As the clips continue, the cast members also discuss some of their favourite moments from behind the scenes of the show. Jason Alexander, who played George Costanza, discusses his difficulties with the character's constant failure, while Julia Louis-Dreyfus, who played Elaine Benes, talks about her difficulties with keeping a straight face during some of the show's funniest moments.
The episode also features several bloopers and cut scenes from previous episodes, adding to the behind-the-scenes feel of the retrospective.
Towards the end of the episode, Jerry Seinfeld addresses the audience one last time and discusses the impact of the series and what it meant to him and the cast. He says that Seinfeld was never intended to be a groundbreaking show, but rather a simple one about nothing. However, over the years, it became so much more and has since become a cultural touchstone.
The Clip Show (2) (a.k.a. The Chronicle (2)) is a fitting tribute to Seinfeld, one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time. The episode showcases some of the show's most memorable moments while allowing the cast to reflect on the series and what it meant to them. It is a must-watch for any Seinfeld fan and a bittersweet end to an unforgettable show.