Aired Thursday, October 30, 1997 · 30 min
Kramer is annoyed with the catalogs he keeps getting in the mail. Elaine falls in love with a guy because of his smile. George's parents are avoiding him. Jerry can't find it in his heart to reject a gift from an old school friend.
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Fans criticize the Junk Mail episode as boring and poorly executed, with weak storytelling and forced humor, though some defend the episode against harsh dismissal.
Fans discuss the enemies and rivalries of each character, including Jimmy for Kramer, George's parents for George, and various antagonists like Ramon the pool boy and Mike the phony for Jerry.
The show's producers will not allow Elaine to look good again for the rest of the season.
Viewers praise Elaine's appearance in this episode with her hair pulled back, noting she looks unusually nice and sophisticated, though some express skepticism the show will maintain this look.
The episode had promising ideas but suffered from poor execution; Kramer's character has become too cartoonish and unrealistic compared to earlier seasons, with contrived plots that don't make sense.
Fans celebrate George's increasingly deplorable behavior throughout the series, compiling a lengthy list of his most shameful moments from seducing his cousin to fleeing a fire.
Viewers express disappointment with "The Junk Mail" episode, finding it unfunny and stupid, with complaints about declining quality in writing and Elaine's storylines becoming increasingly poor.
Fans debate whether George's parents, David Puddy, and Newman should be featured more or less going forward, with mixed opinions on their comedic value and screen time in the current season.
Fans discuss preferring Elaine's curly hair to her straight hair, with most agreeing the curls are more flattering and better suit her character.
Fans are disappointed with "The Junk Mail" episode, finding it anticlimactic and boring compared to usual episodes, though some defend earlier season nine episodes as having been strong.
Posters discuss Newman's dialogue in the episode as resembling a reference to "Three Days of the Condor," noting the show regularly includes movie references and citing upcoming episodes as examples.
Viewers notice an apparent continuity error in the Da Vinci sleep pattern episode where Kramer's sleep math doesn't add up correctly.
Fans debate whether Elaine's sexual behavior qualifies her as promiscuous, with one person defending her as a savvy 90s career woman and others arguing about the term's validity and gender politics.
Fans notice that an actress appearing in the episode was previously on another network's show, connecting NBC and ABC productions.
Viewers discuss the catchy "Da Da Da" song featured in the episode, with one poster noting it's now stuck in their head for the entire day.
Poster criticizes the episode for focusing on religion and accuses the show of racism, while another reply sarcastically questions which god is real.
Viewers discuss whether the episode's mundane humor about junk mail and catalogs is effective comedy, with some preferring the show's crazier moments.
Fans discuss whether shows like Suddenly Susan are trying to capitalize on Seinfeld's popularity by getting references into episodes, and speculate about network scheduling strategies.
“And I use my exclamation points very carefully!”
“I know all about British culture and cooking delicacies (want some blood pudding or Cornish pasties?).”
“"Where did you get those bricks?"”
“Picked his nose just to get a woman to break up with him ("I was in up to my wrist!") 10.”
“This episode is probably the best this season (but that isn't saying much).”
“George: Everyone ( so he thinks!)”
Fans discuss George's line about Berkowitz when he mishearsthe van owner yelling "Seinfeld's van" as "Son of Sam", with posters explaining that David Berkowitz was the original Son of Sam killer.
Posters reference the Seinfeld episode where Kramer complains about junk mail, joking that a real-world critique of the US Postal Service echoes his fictional grievances.
Fans recall Kramer mentioning email in an episode about junk mail, discussing whether it was when he told Newman he could email someone instead of using traditional mail.
Viewers identify the episode where Kramer sells Jerry's van with an ad mentioning "interesting trades welcome" and recall the memorable final scene with the Postmaster General and Newman.
Fans enjoyed this episode featuring Kramer's annoyance with junk mail catalogs and quote memorable lines from the installment.
Fans discuss Jerry's throwaway line about wanting an old-looking phone from a Pottery Barn catalog, debating whether it's sarcasm mocking catalog culture or just a random joke.
Fans discuss whether Elaine's drink choice in the episode was peach or peppermint schnapps, with consensus that it was peach.
Fans discuss which episode features Kramer being annoyed with junk mail and inquire about obtaining sound clips from the show.
Fans discuss the character of Jack, an advertising icon who appears in "The Junk Mail" episode, questioning which episode he appears in and identifying the actor as Toby Huss.
Poster questions whether Global network will air the new Seinfeld episode in Quebec instead of World Series coverage, with replies skeptical it would premiere only in Canada.
Fans discuss The Junk Mail episode, praising Kramer's dog bit and George's apartment board pitch while critiquing Elaine's aggressive behavior and Jerry delivering mail on Sunday.