Ep 5. Larry's Agent

The Larry Sanders Show is an American television sitcom that premiered on HBO in 1992. The show follows the behind-the-scenes happenings of a fictional late-night talk show called The Larry Sanders Show. The second season of the show premiered on June 2, 1993, and the fifth episode of the season is titled "Larry's Agent."

In this episode, Larry's agent, Stevie Grant (played by Wallace Langham), visits him at the office and tells him that he's been fired from his new movie. Larry is devastated and asks Stevie to get him another movie as soon as possible. Meanwhile, Hank Kingsley (played by Jeffrey Tambor), the show's sidekick, is excited to be up for a local Emmy award and wants to submit his reel to the judges.

Throughout the episode, Larry is preoccupied with his career and the idea of getting another movie role. He goes to great lengths to impress Stevie and convince him to get him another job. However, Larry's desperation starts to show, and Stevie becomes increasingly frustrated with him.

At the same time, Hank is convinced that he's going to win the local Emmy award, even though his reel is less than impressive. He asks his assistant, Brian (played by Scott Thompson), to help him make a new, better reel. However, Brian is hesitant and warns Hank that he can't make a good reel out of nothing.

As the episode progresses, Larry's obsession with his career starts to affect his relationships with everyone around him. He becomes increasingly paranoid and even accuses his wife of having an affair with Stevie. Meanwhile, Hank is preoccupied with winning the Emmy award and tries every trick in the book to impress the judges.

As the episode reaches its climax, Larry's desperation reaches an all-time high when he offers to do Stevie's laundry in exchange for another job. Stevie is taken aback by Larry's offer and tells him that he needs to calm down and stop worrying so much about his career. Larry eventually realizes that Stevie is right and decides to let go of his obsession with his career.

In the end, Hank doesn't win the Emmy award, but he's still proud of his accomplishments. Larry reconciles with his wife and realizes that he needs to focus on what's important in his life. The episode ends with Larry and Hank going out for a drink and talking about their futures.

Overall, "Larry's Agent" is a relatable and entertaining episode that delves into the pressures of having a successful career. The show's talented cast, clever writing, and witty humor make it a must-watch for fans of the sitcom genre.