Fans discuss childhood counting-out games featured in the episode, with disagreement over the rules of finger-based selection games and regional variations.
The Robbery
Aired Thursday, June 7, 1990 · 30 min

When Jerry's apartment gets robbed, he decides to move out. George shows him a great apartment, which he plans to take… that is, until George expresses his own desire for the apartment.
The morning after
No live reaction survived for this episode — the archive begins in June 1992.
Over the years
Fans discuss whether Jerry's statement that he has no plants contradicts the visible cactus in his apartment, with most agreeing that cacti don't count as typical indoor plants.
Fans debate whether coincidences can be categorized by size or degree, referencing the episode's themes.
Viewers discuss the rules of the hand game 'Choose' featured in The Robbery episode, with explanations of how to play and expressions of frustration over losing.
A fan shares original music inspired by The Robbery episode and improves the stereo quality with headphone optimization.
Viewers clarify that while Elaine appeared briefly in Episode 2, Episode 3 is her first full episode where she had a major role.
Fan asks about a logical inconsistency in the episode regarding lease agreements and apartment moving.