Jerry's parents are in town so that his father Morty can see a specialist about his aching back. Morty is upset when he finds his wallet is missing from his pants pocket after leaving his clothes unattended in the examination room. Jerry has to do some quick thinking after his parents ask why he doesn't wear the watch they gave him. In fact Jerry threw it away because it didn't keep the correct time. George decides to play hardball with NBC, demanding a better deal for their show about nothing. Elaine returns from Europe determined to break up with her psychiatrist boyfriend but he's not making it easy for her.
Tropes:
- Didn't Think This Through: Morty Seinfeld insists on paying for dinner, despite losing his wallet. Jerry calls him on it and goes to the bathroom. While he's gone:Morty: How the hell am I gonna pay for this?
- Lampshade Hanging: There is a standup bit from Jerry about cliffhanger episodes shortly before the episode ends in one.
- No Indoor Voice: Courtesy of Morty Seinfeld: "MY WALLET'S GONE! MY WALLET'S GONE!!!"
- Stop Copying Me:Jerry: Well, I think you're wrong.
George: Well, we'll just see.
Jerry: Yes we will.
George: Yes we will.
Jerry: I just said that.
George: I know you did.
Jerry: So good for you.
George: So good for you.
Jerry: What are you repeating everything I'm saying?
George: What are you repeating everything I'm saying?
Jerry: Well George is an idiot.
George: Well G-
