The Festivus episode of Seinfeld is “The Strike,” Season 9, Episode 10.

Quick details

  • Episode title: “The Strike”.
  • Season and episode: Season 9, Episode 10.
  • Original air date: December 18, 1997.
  • Plot hook: Frank Costanza revives his made‑up holiday Festivus (with the pole, airing of grievances, and feats of strength), forcing George to bring his boss Kruger to the Festivus dinner.

Festivus elements in the episode

  • Festivus pole : An unadorned aluminum pole instead of a Christmas tree.
  • Airing of grievances : During dinner, everyone tells each other how they have been disappointed over the past year.
  • Feats of strength : The holiday only ends after the head of the household is physically pinned, which Frank tries to impose on Kramer and then George.

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Wondering which Seinfeld episode is Festivus? It’s “The Strike” (Season 9, Episode 10), the classic 1997 episode where Frank Costanza introduces the Festivus pole, airing of grievances, and feats of strength.

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