Seinfeld vs. Friends: “Survivor” sitcom showdown
Why doesn’t “Survivor” pit the casts of different shows against each other? I would love to see Seinfeld complaining about the conditions at the their remote spot in Thailand or wherever:
The tribal drums beat in the background, signaling the onset of the greatest crossover in reality TV history. Two legendary sitcom casts, “Seinfeld” and “Friends,” are about to face off in the newest season of “Survivor.”
At Camp Seinfeld, the neurotic Jerry is obsessing over how sanitary the water source is. “Who knows what microscopic creatures are floating in there?” he exclaims.
Kramer has decided to take charge of building the shelter, though his methods are eccentric, involving bamboo trampolines and coconut bowling alleys.
Elaine has taken up fishing duties with the dedication of someone who’s just discovered a new dance move. George, on the other hand, is devising a strategy, “If we can get Ross on our side,” he muses, “the rest of them will crumble!”
Over at Camp Friends, Ross is busy explaining the paleolithic way of making fire. Phoebe is singing a song to a coconut she’s named “Shelby.” Joey is looking confused, wondering, “How is it not like London here? Islands are near England, right?” Monica has turned camp chores into a game, with Chandler making sarcastic comments at each turn.
In the first immunity challenge, both teams need to build a raft and race around the island. Team Seinfeld’s raft, under Kramer’s guidance, looks peculiar but surprisingly seaworthy. Meanwhile, Team Friends has a more traditional raft, though Joey insists on having a “captain’s chair.”
As the race commences, Ross starts correcting Joey’s paddling technique, leading to an argument. Over in Team Seinfeld, Elaine’s aggressive paddling splashes water over everyone, leading to a tirade from Jerry about being wet.
The Seinfeld team, against all odds, takes an early lead. But just as they’re nearing the finish line, Kramer gets distracted by a school of fish he insists are “doing a unique aquatic ballet,” leading to Friends overtaking them and winning immunity.
Back at Camp Seinfeld, the alliance talk begins. Jerry and Elaine contemplate voting off George, as he seems to be “dragging his feet.” But George has another plan. He secretly meets Ross, reminding him of the pact they made at Central Perk years ago and suggesting a merge alliance.
The tribal council is tense. Jeff Probst, unable to keep a straight face amidst the sitcom antics, asks each Seinfeld member about their strategy. Just as the votes are to be read, Ross stands up, “I’d like to play this,” handing over an immunity idol to George.
In a shocking turn of events, Kramer gets voted off but remains undeterred, “I’ve got a new venture idea,” he declares, “Tiki torches for city apartments!”
