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A Less Perfect Union
By Fort Worth Weekly
· July 1, 2026
· 4 min read
The concept of a Larry David sketch series must have sounded great. Curb Your Enthusiasm is one of TV’s longest-running shows that managed to stay fresh and funny for the majority of its run. David is one of the keenest comedy minds and the closest thing we have a true American humorist with a uniqu
Key takeaway Curb Your Enthusiasm is one of TV’s longest-running shows that managed to stay fresh and funny for the majority of its run.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The debut of Larry David's new HBO series may have fallen flat, but for Fort Worth residents, the concept of reimagining American history through a comedic lens might still resonate. After all, the city is home to the Fort Worth Stockyards, a living history museum that showcases the Old West. While David's show takes a more irreverent approach, the idea of reinterpreting the past is something that Fort Worthers can appreciate. The city's own Cultural District is a testament to the power of art and history to shape our understanding of the world. As the series moves forward, it will be interesting to see if David can find a way to make his unique brand of humor work in this new format, and whether locals will tune in to see his take on American history. Perhaps a future episode will even tackle a Texas-themed topic, giving Fort Worth viewers a chance to see their own state's history through David's curmudgeonly eyes.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Weekly ·
Reading time: 4 min
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