Ratings were declining for Larry, prompting network executives to consider substituting him with frequent guest host Jon Stewart. Meanwhile, Hank attempted to acquire a set of personalized license plates—reading simply "Hey Now"—from a devo…

Kenny Mitchell comes on board as a creative consultant, implementing significant shifts in the program's structure. Simultaneously, Larry finds himself embroiled in disagreements with the network and his representative regarding his contrac…

As the uncertainty surrounding Larry’s leadership deepened, his employees quietly began exploring opportunities elsewhere.

Phil has departed the program to focus on developing a pilot episode. Larry presented Artie with a particularly thoughtful gift.

Mary Lou scraped her bumper against Hank’s car, a mishap she was now desperately reluctant to reveal. Meanwhile, Larry found himself being questioned for *Extra!* magazine.

Larry’s holiday finds him visiting his brother, who presents an intriguing business opportunity. Meanwhile, guest host Jon Stewart pushes the boundaries of the network’s policies when he arranges for a performance by the Wu-Tang Clan.

From a studio in Wisconsin, Hank hosted the show. Backstage, the team playfully attempted to identify the father of Beverly’s child.

The news of Sid’s passing has weighed heavily on everyone, but particularly on Hank, who now wrestles with a troubling suspicion that he might have inadvertently contributed to what happened.

Larry made an advance toward a female guest. Hank pursued his physician. Mary Lou contemplated inviting her closest friend to appear on the program.

Larry starts seeing Illeana Douglas, yet finds himself needing to coach her on her performance during her portion of the show. Simultaneously, Brian files a lawsuit against Phil, alleging sexual harassment stemming from Phil’s repeated joke…

With the final show looming, Larry frantically works to finalize preparations, needing to navigate a delicate situation—David Duchovny’s romantic interest—to convince him to appear as a guest. Meanwhile, Arthur attempts to maintain some sem…

The second half of the farewell broadcast brought a moment of awkwardness, as Larry found himself at odds with Carol Burnett when he publicly declared her the first guest he’d selected for his final show. This assertion seemed questionable,…