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Seinfeld· Season 8 · Episode 9

The Abstinence

S08E09·7.6·November 21, 1996·30m·NBC

Abstinence allows George to become a genius, but it turns Elaine into an idiot. Jerry gets bumped from career day at his old Jr. High School. Kramer turns his apartment into a smoking lounge and all the smoke disfigures his face.

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#21In Season 8of 22 rated episodes
#169All-timeof 180 rated episodes
−0.9vs season avgSeason 8 averages 8.5
1996First airedNovember 21, 1996

Guest stars

Phil MorrisPhil Morrisas Jackie ChilesBrenda StrongBrenda Strongas Sue Ellen
Judy Kerras Woman
Debra Jo RuppDebra Jo Ruppas KatieDavid LettermanDavid Lettermanas David LettermanAlex TrebekAlex Trebekas Alex TrebekBob OdenkirkBob Odenkirkas BenMeagen FayMeagen Fayas Mrs. BurnsKyle GassKyle Gassas Smoker
Derek JeterDerek Jeteras Derek Jeter
Lawrence MandleyLawrence Mandleyas Larry the Cook
Fern FitzgeraldFern Fitzgeraldas Ms. Wilkie
Bernie Williamsas Bernie Williams
Tamara Bickas Louise

Crew

Andy AckermanAndy AckermanDirector
Steve KorenWriter

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