Curb Your Enthusiasm - Parkinsons

From the Curb Your Enthusiasm episode "Larry vs. Michael J. Fox". Season 8, episode 10.
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[@snakeeyes1283]

So much respect for Michael J Fox. He's never lost his sense of humour despite everything he's been through. A true inspiration to the indomitable human attitude.

[@AGPfan]

You know, the very first movie Michael J. Fox was in that I ever saw was Stuart Little, where he voiced the title character. He did such a fantastic job in that role, in spite of what he's been going through!

[@sexobscura]

so he's been stricken with an awful disease he's hardly a martyr for living his life

[@patrick4662]

he's the man for making a bit out of this.

[@envy4131]

Amazing actor such a sad case of Parkinson’s for such a amazing person

[@rjayyyy9623]

@@sexobscura That's not what the original commenter was driving at. His point is that MJ Fox is modest and accepting enough of his state to actually make comedy out of it.

[@cindy-hz2xb]

Michael still has perfect delivery and comedic timing. He's an icon

[@IPlayOneOnT.V.]

I won't disagree. Yet, a lot of great actors have had to do more than one take of their scenes for a variety of reasons.

[@kylebatteson9572]

He's hilarious in the Good Wife. Plays a lawyer who uses his disability to manipulate juries and judges to win cases.

[@craftyzisme]

“Back in two shakes!” 😂 omg

[@Be-2-Real]

I'll be back in two shakes that was hilarious

[@jackjack.2704]

@Dr. Loomis 😂🤣

[@Scallion_D]

@Dr. Loomis Erm yeah.

[@rickoneillable]

Dr. Loomis yes

[@hartwellheisenberg1179]

Yeah, but... it's still sad he has the disease...

[@daman7387]

lol I didn't even catch that

[@alphyy3107]

Michael still sounds like hes a 17 year old it's great

[@llabtoof91]

My dad got Parkinson, he is highly depressed.. I took a shot in the dark and showed him this video, unsure on how he would react. It was a success, he was actually shaking from laughter!

[@llabtoof91]

@Tyler Regalado Yeah that was the joke

[@Moneyg73]

Hey all the more reason to toke up😁. Marijuana is good to fight the symptoms look it up. Bless up

[@llabtoof91]

@Tyler Regalado Seems you failed in both aspects then!

[@TheodoreDonaldKarabatsos]

Sorry to hear about your Dad. Parkinson's is a truly terrible affliction. I'm a medicinal chemist, and I used to do research on Parkinson's and other neurodegenerative diseases. What medications is your Dad taking ? How long ago was he diagnosed ? The depression emerges from the degeneration of dopaminergic neurons in the brain, and dopamine is the neurochemical responsible associated with concentration, attention and a range of emotions, often happiness or, even euphoria. But when those neurons degrade the dopamine ligand has fewer places to bind to, to elicit the stimulatory response. Hence the excitatory neurotransmitters become less impactful on mood, and depression is a common symptom. It's a real bastard of a disease. Similar to Alzheimer's in the way it destroys brain tissue. There are new chemicals being researched that are available for Parkinson's, although in most cases they are off label or haven't been approved for Parkinson's (but for other conditions, unrelated to that disease), and yet are still shown to be effective in reducing symptoms in some people, according to the medical literature. So if you tell me his medications, if you know them, I can possibly recommend some others; some medications which are the first line treatment currently, are useful, but others aren't, and can actually exacerbate certain symptoms. It's worth looking into. You can adjust specific medications to provide specific symptomatic relief.

[@warborne3088]

Would you consider CBD oil ? It helped with depression alot.

[@rossdiamondthief6627]

“What’s your father doing on the cover?” “Well he’s the furher now.” LMAO

[@billblaski9523]

Lol "I just wanted to know what he looks like with a Hitler mustache" "He looks like Hitler, mystery solved"

[@franksfiddle9031]

yep .. underrated that line

[@okamijubei]

"And also... WHAT THE HELL IS THAT?" *sucker punched Larry and runs away*

[@TheRealGunfish]

"This is getting into time travel.. This is getting weird." AHAHAHAHAHAHAh

[@darthvader2387]

He should have said heavy

[@erikmartinez261]

I don’t get it?

[@JJ_SDWR]

​@@erikmartinez261 Michael J Fox's biggest role was the movie Back To The Future, where his character travels through time.

[@loublanco1976]

And 1985 was the year it came out

[@SalvableRuin]

First, "I don't get it" is not a question. Second, Michael J. Fox's most famous movie is Back to the Future, which came out in 1985. Larry is talking about watching that movie in 1985. Michael then makes a joke about travelling in time to 1985, which is what he did in the movie.

[@robertkirby8685]

Biggest indication that Michael J. Fox purposely shook that bottle of soda: He immediately went to get a paper towel knowing that the moment Larry David opens the bottle there would soda everywhere (2:05).

[@ValensBellator]

OR perhaps that just indicates this always happens because of the Parkinson’s? ...nah, he shook that up just “a bit” 😂

[@AntoineMackie]

"Mr. Fox... Did you embellish the shaking of the soda?" - "...yeah."

[@HunkMine]

@Jacob Levy he admits he purposely shook it on season 9 ep 8

[@KatherineXIX]

It was on purpose because Parkinson’s tremor only happens when your hands aren’t doing anything.

[@anthonycusinato3969]

Haha! That was the first thing I thought too! He was already headed straight, and going for that roll before his back was even turned!

[@jonathancartwheelfruitloop3071]

1:23 the delivery of this is absolutely incredible. Michaels delivery and timing is still on point and he never lost it.

[@lobaggins3328]

Lmfao “wtf!!!” Haha

[@kdizzle901]

Makes it all the more tragic that he got this disease so young cuz he would still have a show of some kind if he was healthier

[@thezachmarsh]

"You hand that man a carton of fuckin' milk, guess what? It's gonna be a fuckin' milkshake!"

[@likeminds23]

Leon rules.

[@kidwave1]

@ 1:02 "I'll be back in TWO SHAKES.", ...OMG, HILARIOUS!

[@donaldlove4547]

It’s be funnier if you he said “butter.”

[@Gk2003m]

The segue from pouring milk for coffee… it’s those details that make this show. You could make that milkshake joke in isolation and it would be funny, but nowhere near as good as when you have a natural lead-in.

[@breezingby2611]

Michael J Fox is probably the funniest guest the show’s ever had. Between the self deprecation and utterly dominating Larry, he was a riot

[@bernlin2000]

Definitely my favorite, and he was hilarious on Family Ties as well. Awesome to see his condition hasn't reduced his sense of humor, he probably appreciates humor more than ever.

[@xyehstream]

Michael J Fox in The Good Wife is just amazing.

[@Lewis9700]

I love Michael J. but Richard Lewis is my favorite guest on the show.

[@raydraiz1859]

He’s is sorta annoying leaving the Parkinson’s aside. A bit of riding on his high horse.

[@Lewis9700]

@@raydraiz1859 Seriously?

[@TheKitchenerLeslie]

I love the allusion to Back To The Future without even mentioning it.

[@CrazyMunky84]

Michael J. Fox has a great sense of humour.

[@FluxFreeman]

I love him

[@craftyzisme]

“When did you see my movie, 1985?” lol

[@kidwave1]

@ 1:02 "I'll be back in TWO SHAKES.", ...OMG, HILARIOUS!

[@RandysDirtyBurger]

“humor” not that hard.

[@CrazyMunky84]

@@RandysDirtyBurger Shut up American. It's "humour". The United States didn't invent the English language so you don't get to dictate it's linguistics. You want your own language so bad then invent one called 'Merican where you can come up with all sorts of terms for shooting up a school, having sex with your cousin and living in a trailer park. Until then speak English the way it was meant to be spoken.

[@techwiz81]

I love MJF already grabbing the paper towel before Larry opened the bottle lmao

[@CopiousDoinksLLC]

I thought I was the only one who noticed that! He totally had that ready to go, lol

[@IGNANT4LIFE]

1:03 "I'll be back in two shakes."

[@stevevalkos6308]

2:17 Michael's grin as he glances back at the drenched Larry is perfection

[@NataMessi]

Totally. He Is an Actor. No matter what, that who he is, talented, thoughtful,caring and brilliant human being and actor! This all cant be taken away by anything. And that's most important

[@kidwave1]

@ 1:02 "I'll be back in TWO SHAKES.", ...OMG, HILARIOUS!

[@AGPfan]

Michael J. Fox is the best in this episode. In spite of everything he’s gone through, he’s never lost his sense of humor, or his ability to make people laugh.

[@Highlander1432]

Agreed He's amazing

[@AGPfan]

@@Highlander1432 And the first movie I ever saw-- er... HEARD him in was Stuart Little. He gave such a fantastic vocal performance as Stuart.

[@JoesTheShow]

He was reaching for the paper towels while it exploded! That wasn't a Parkinson's shake!

[@adjaphbootys9520]

JoesTheShow him reaching for the paper towels was Parkinson's too.. 🤔

[@brettwelch2044]

He's ready for it. It happens every time he hands someone a soda

[@jackjack.2704]

I knew it wasn't a Parkinson's shake!

[@LECAPITAINEJACK]

1:58 He was not shaking at all when I took the bottle from the fridge soooooooooooooo……… I love his sense of humour.

[@kelleymariejones6388]

JoesTheShow He did it on purpose, and by the way Charlie Chaplin wore that mustache before we knew who Hitler, but Hitler did ruin it!

[@Mike_11_16]

This remains one of the single best "what the fuck?!s ever recorded.

[@Dwuudz]

It’s perfect

[@tylertilwick6852]

“What’s he doing on the cover of a magazine?!” “Well he’s Der Führer now!” I love that part lmao😂

[@kidwave1]

@ 1:02 "I'll be back in TWO SHAKES.", ...OMG, HILARIOUS!

[@MentalDeviant]

I don't care if Michael J fox has Parkinson's I want to see in the movies right now today he's awesome.

[@rutrwer8220]

he had is own tv show got cancelled nobody watched it.

[@Backwardsman95]

I watched it. It was pretty funny

[@KVonnegut]

Dude demystifies a serious disease like it's a normal Tuesday afternoon. Humor is one of the most valuable things we still have.

[@yellowblanka6058]

"I'm just comparing to OTHER things you could SHAKE up" The way Leon says that like it's a perfectly valid hypothetical kills me.

[@FilmAgeStudios]

“I’ll be back in two shakes” if that was improvised I would’ve been on the floor it’s out of left field.

[@niradnagrom2356]

"I'm a head shaking fool." Michael you're a mess! I have the utmost respect for you and the way you've allowed us to experience your journey with Parkinson's and your tireless efforts with your advocacy for research towards a possible cure. You show the world how to be a great human being! I've been a fan since your days on Family Ties but my respect for you has advanced so much farther than to be simply a fan. I hope what you believe about "5 years from now" comes to fruition and you are the first to benefit.

[@jeffwads6158]

2:43. Probably the best line in the show.

[@Premiumjack_]

I have lots of respect for micheal j fox for not being sensitive about his own disorder. Good actor too

[@css7059]

he grew up in a 3 story walk-up, not far from where i lived in Burnaby, Bc, very humble beginng

[@z33z11]

Love how he goes for the paper towels before Larry even opens it LMAO

[@PatNatOfficial]

This is why I love Leon. He's not a yes man and will only side with Larry if he actually agrees with him.

[@stebopign]

but mj fox admitted he did it on purpose to the fatwa investigator. lols

[@penisde_milo9629]

"I'll be back in two shakes" aww man I lost it at that line

[@That1GuyUNo]

“Hand him milk he’ll shake it up to a milkshake”🤣😂

[@CopiousDoinksLLC]

I already thought Michael J. Fox was the man, just based off the movies from my childhood but... Man, this scene really made me appreciate him so much more as a human being.

[@sakabula1285]

Even though its been years since his prime and suffering from Parkinsons Micheal J Fox still looks damn good..

[@damongrimes6096]

"I'll be back in two shakes." 😂 MJF is a legend

[@ec1385]

Stood right behind Michael J. Fox in the aisle of a Broadway show a few years ago. Didn't say a word to him, but it was such a thrill.

[@panagiotisdedes7975]

Oh you sat behind a person. How exciting

[@DW-rs1pr]

I wish there were more people like you. That didn't annoy celebrities

[@FirstLast-yc9lq]

@@DW-rs1pr Yeah, those celebrities. Being celebrated. They have it rough.

[@jasonvoorhees5640]

@@DW-rs1pr glad to see someone who knows there place as a peasant

[@keymaster430]

The way Michael says, "What the FUCK?" is perfect.

[@lovecraftianleviathan8918]

MJF was already pulling out some paper towels before Larry opened the drink 🤣

[@C_Train74]

“Be back in two shakes”

[@ollieox9181]

You know, Fox shook that soda pop on purpose - that was not Parkinsons. And Larry, no doubt, had it coming. Respect.

[@markfox3083]

He deserves an Emmy for this. One big laugh after another.

[@josephdonnelly3169]

“Micheal J Fox is about to become Micheal J F’ed up!” Is one of the best lines delivered by Leon…

[@bell191991]

"I'll be back in 2 shakes" is the best joke in the sketch 😂

[@YourLocalCatboy]

That's actually his father in law, by the way. Guy's a respected financial consultant and author.

[@copiouscareerist]

I can be a selfish person. In saying that, just SEEING Michael J. Fox in ANY capacity in a series or movie...he can talk, but only if he wants, not talk, rif, improvise....I just don't want him to stop doing what he loves. Like ever. I've said my piece. I enjoy hearing him speak and his personality is still solid as a rock. Just like he is and that wonderful family of his. xoxo

[@freemagicfun]

The "I will be back in two shakes" slayed me. That was funny! 1:05 😎

[@DoctorRobertHand]

I love how he is already turning to get paper towels before Larry even opens the soda.

[@Clwnanite]

“Oh I was just drawing a hitler mustache” 😂😂😂 why is this the most relatable show I’ve ever seen

[@A-small-amount-of-peas]

Just watched "Still" Michael's movie about his life and thoroughly recommend it. This is one of my favourite Curb episodes ever and I'm so glad Larry had this idea

[@johndutton3679]

This strikes a chord with me because I have Parkinson's and kept my sense of humor like Michael.. I even pranked my neurosurgeon after he totally fixed my Tremors using painless sound waves. Miracle surgery. Check out Tremor Documentary 2022!

[@LudingtonBass]

Only Larry David could pull that off. Hats off to Michael for playing along brilliantly. Love Leon’s remarks. Lmao. Priceless Curb is so intelligent viewing

[@Jannacek]

Larry David, the greatest comedic genius of all times and spaces

[@okamijubei]

Even worth to travel back in time for?

[@Jannacek]

@@okamijubei no doubt :)

[@SLAYERSWINE1]

Definitely one of them...

[@bernlin2000]

Michael J Fox really cemented his role as a comedy icon with this performance. That complete lack of self-consciousness and willingness to go for the funniest bit is extraordinary.

[@TheTenCentStory]

I'm pretty sure it was cemented WAY before this show.

[@royshalev1247]

God I love Michael. Legend ❤️

[@livestrongforever]

this couple of minutes are better than the last 10 years of tv

[@hamiltonburger4574]

Now I can see how Seinfeld practically wrote itself.

[@goldbigeagle6772]

"Well he's the fuhrer now" lmaooo

[@Kuzo53]

Michael j Fox has an amazing sense of humor for doing this

[@kidwave1]

@ 1:02 "I'll be back in TWO SHAKES.", ...OMG, HILARIOUS!

[@Imnotplayinganymore]

"I'll be back in two shakes" So funny on so many levels. What a line!

[@jessesmiling922]

I don't think they have enough lights on in this room.

[@SM2005_]

The writing and acting is so underrated.

[@SugarHoneyIceTea90]

This was so tastefully done how LD incorporated Michael J. Fox

[@tylerbushong3452]

“Well he’s the Fuhrer now!” Im dead 🤣🤣🤣

[@user-dianejcml]

😂😂😂 Michael's line delivery is comedy gold

[@LukeJamesActor]

The delivery of “what the fuck!” Perfect.

[@LegionIscariot]

Michael J Fox is a treasure.

[@AnilRamcharitar]

MJF probably felt great to be included in being on Curb Your Enthusiasm. I can't imagine dealing with his health challenges, and then not being able to do what he enjoys, loves and is great at. Comedy and acting. This EP is EPIC!

[@AlkisenSuper]

Michael is one of the top 10 best guest stars. Happy birthday, chum.

[@virgil3241]

Michael J. Fox, you're a Canadian treasure.

[@YouTubeKnight]

Michael J Fox brings the soda out of the fridge with his right hand, but then gives it to Larry with his left. Absolute legend.

[@ManCave1972]

Curb has some of the best ‘what the fuck’s in history and Mike delivers a belter of one here.

[@weasley2o13]

The bottle 😂😂😂😂😂 Michael was sent here. Thank god for you beautiful beautiful man. Thank god.

[@RobWright1981]

The Frighteners came out in 1996, and it's great.

[@abaneyone]

This is genius how they worked in Michael's parkinsons into the story!

[@guy5529]

0:23 "I'm a head shakin fool" that line is so funny to me 😂

[@Gk2003m]

This is even funnier if you’ve already seen it once. The anticipation as Larry picks up the magazine and looks over the cover….

[@ColemanJRimer]

Nothing but love and respect for Michael J Fox.

[@Olliethesnowman]

Ima head shaking fool

[@qtheband751]

“I’ll be back in two shakes.“ Now that’s a sense of humor.

[@kimberH1005]

LOL I didn't catch that while watching.

[@phillybul30]

This show had me dying. I forgot about this scene. I might have to revisit the series

[@Don0311]

This scene is so funny. Mike was freaking awesome

[@ItzRoger]

"What the hell is he doing on the cover of magazines?!" "Well he's a fuhrer now..."

[@Mj-6056]

"I'll be back in two shakes" 😂

[@janettepolt2815]

These are 2 guys that really make me laugh!! I'll always watch them. They rock!! Kudos to Michael for allowing his parkinson's to be the butt of a joke. Always good to satire yourself!!

[@patriciafoster3347]

He is always and always will be precious and amazing.

[@matthewjarek3026]

0:53 "This is getting into time-travel. This is getting weird." No Michael. The line is "this is getting HEAVY." Come on, you know this, man.

[@handymatt1970]

"I'll be back in two shakes" damn.

[@michaelgardner5687]

Genius is a word that’s used too often these days but this episode was it.

[@kidwave1]

@ 1:02 "I'll be back in TWO SHAKES.", ...OMG, HILARIOUS writing!

[@rubedogg6969]

This is the first time I heard Michael curse!

[@wysiwyg2006]

he swears in the excellent Casualties of war

[@RyderDavis]

He swears in all three Back to the Future films.

[@sooshietrain1544]

RyderDavis yea *”shit!”*

[@legendaryhero132]

You must have never watched Back to the Future.

[@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335]

Ruben Delgadillo he swears when he takes a shit lol.

[@Sammasambuddha]

I never thought it was possible to laugh at this word. Thank you. MJF lives.

[@rickoneillable]

Larry is a comedy genius

[@vibes3360]

*LOVE MICHAEL* *HE SEEMS LIKE A GREAT GUY*

[@christopherhoag572]

back in two shakes

[@tiagoribeiro885]

MAn, this guy in the 80's was one of the biggest things ever.

[@davidholzer4155]

Michael j fox not wanting to talk about time travel

[@kelleymariejones6388]

David Holzer I sense a conspiracy there. lol 😂

[@alexmccann2751]

god bless michael j. fox..hes an amazing man, actor..im glad hes still doing good and he hasnt lost his sense of humour ✌👍

[@stevemuzak8526]

I know how horrible decease Parkinsons is but making laugh out of it makes it less shitty. Thank god that Michael J. Fox is still wit us.

[@jamesthomison4356]

larrys usually right but it is kinda disrespectful to doodle on a magazine thats not yours

[@bobblueford]

Haha, he "doodled" on a magazine. 💩

[@familyguyblows]

I just noticed that Fox was going for the paper towel before Larry opened the drink 🤣

[@R3DLiFE]

Where has this gold been my life ! 😂😂😂

[@tcmaddox]

As many times as I have rewatched this show I never caught the 2 shakes joke until now. Brilliant.

[@SkepticalChris]

I'm certain, I'm not the only one who thinks Michael J Fox is still super cute.

[@jjaammee11]

He is gorgeous. I say that as a straight Man

[@MrBartman002]

we love you Michael. thanks for fixing the timeline