Ep 9. Brother, Can You Spare 1.2 Million?

Larry Sanders is a talk show host who can't seem to make the right choices. He's surrounded by people who pander to him, and he's starting to feel like he's losing his way. In season four, episode nine, "Brother, Can You Spare 1.2 Million?," Larry is faced with an unusual request from his brother, Arthur.

Arthur is a medical school dropout who's been living off his brother's generosity for years. He's been working on a screenplay, and he believes he's finally struck gold with his latest idea. He asks Larry for a loan of 1.2 million dollars to fund his production company so that he can make his movie.

Initially, Larry is skeptical. He knows that Arthur has a history of failed business ventures, and he's not about to throw away his hard-earned money. However, his staff and guests on the show convince him that he should give his brother a chance.

As the episode unfolds, Larry becomes increasingly anxious about his decision to lend Arthur the money. He frets over every detail and worries that he's made a huge mistake. Meanwhile, his staff tries to keep him distracted by throwing a surprise birthday party for him.

The party turns out to be a disaster, and Larry is left feeling even more stressed out than before. He decides to pay a visit to Arthur's office to check on how things are going. When he gets there, he discovers that Arthur has been lying to him about everything.

Despite his best intentions, Larry has been taken advantage of by his unscrupulous brother. He's left to deal with the aftermath of his bad decision, and he has to find a way to come to terms with his betrayal.

"Brother, Can You Spare 1.2 Million?" is a powerful episode that explores the complex relationship between siblings. It shows how easy it can be to be blinded by our love for family, and it raises important questions about the nature of trust and loyalty. Through Larry's journey, we experience the highs and lows of family dynamics, and we come away with a deeper understanding of what it means to be part of a family.