George Revives The Pick on Seinfeld
More from Seinfeld → 10 videosAfter getting back together with Susan, George immediately regrets the decision and has no idea how to end the relationship. Then he remembers Jerry’s infamous “pick” incident—the moment Jerry’s girlfriend accused him of digging for gold instead of simply scratching his nose. Convinced the notorious move could work in his favor, George deliberately recreates “the pick” in front of Susan, hoping she’ll be so disgusted that she’ll end the relationship for him.
Created by Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld, Seinfeld became one of television’s greatest sitcoms by turning everyday embarrassments into unforgettable comedy. Stream Seinfeld now on Netflix.
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Fan Reviews Take.
This clip captures Seinfeld’s talent for turning a painfully recognizable relationship problem into a carefully planned act of social sabotage. George’s panic, Jerry’s lingering influence, and the memory of “the pick” create a strong example of the show’s character chemistry and tightly escalating comic timing, while the callback gives longtime viewers a satisfying piece of sitcom continuity. It remains memorable because George’s solution is both unmistakably George and far more elaborate than the problem requires.