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The Real Reason Larry David Left Seinfeld
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Ben Pearson)
scrn logline
Veteran showrunner Larry David shocks Hollywood by walking away from his hit sitcom Seinfeld at its height, revealing the real reason behind his surprise exit.
beat sheet
- According to insiders, David was increasingly frustrated by the growing creative differences with star Jerry Seinfeld, who wanted to take the show in a more mainstream direction.
- Despite Seinfeld's massive success, David privately admitted he was exhausted and craving a more low-key lifestyle, leading him to walk away from the show after 7 seasons and pursue other passion projects.
call sheet
Larry David, Jerry Seinfeld, NBC, Seinfeld