Seinfeld Timeline ( Real )

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July 5, 1989

Seinfeld Pilot Episode Airs

The pilot episode of Seinfeld, titled 'The Seinfeld Chronicles', aired on NBC, marking the beginning of the iconic sitcom's broadcast.

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May 31, 1990

Seinfeld Series Officially Premieres

The full series of Seinfeld premiered on NBC following its successful pilot, beginning its run as one of the most popular sitcoms of all time.

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Circa 1995

Seinfeld Reaches Peak Popularity

By the mid-1990s, Seinfeld had become a cultural phenomenon, receiving critical acclaim and maintaining high viewership ratings.

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May 14, 1998

Final Episode of Seinfeld Airs

The last episode of Seinfeld, concluding the highly successful nine-season sitcom, aired on NBC.

Seinfeld Timeline ( Fictional )

relationship
Early 1990s

Jerry and Elaine end their relationship

Jerry Seinfeld and Elaine Benes decide to remain friends after ending their romantic relationship.

relationship
Early 1990s

Jerry meets George Costanza

Jerry reconnects with his old friend George Costanza, leading to the development of their close friendship.

relationship
Early 1990s

Jerry meets Cosmo Kramer

Jerry develops a friendship with his quirky neighbor Cosmo Kramer, who often bursts into his apartment unannounced.

relationship
Early 1990s

Elaine joins Jerry's friend group

Elaine becomes a regular member of Jerry, George, and Kramer's friend group, adding her unique perspective and humor.

relationship
Mid 1990s

George and Susan start dating

George Costanza begins a serious relationship with Susan Ross, who becomes an important figure in his life.

relationship
Mid 1990s

George and Susan get engaged

George and Susan become engaged to be married, marking a significant moment in George's personal life.

tragic_event
Mid 1990s

Susan's tragic death

Susan Ross tragically dies from licking toxic envelopes for their wedding invitations, affecting George deeply.

career
Mid 1990s

Jerry and George develop the 'show about nothing' concept

Jerry and George pitch a sitcom pilot they conceptualize as a 'show about nothing', mirroring their real lives.

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Late 1990s

Series finale: The group faces legal consequences

Jerry, George, Elaine, and Kramer are arrested and put on trial for violating a 'Good Samaritan' law, culminating the series.