Appeared in Quality Balls: The David Steinberg Story

Jerry Seinfeld was featured as an interviewee in the documentary Quality Balls: The David Steinberg Story, released in 2013 and directed by Barry Avrich. The film examines the career of Canadian comedian David Steinberg, tracing his work from stand-up comedy in the 1960s to his later role as a television director. Steinberg was known for his frequent appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and for directing numerous television series and specials. Seinfeld’s contribution to the documentary included commentary on Steinberg’s influence within the comedy industry. In his interview segments, Seinfeld discussed Steinberg’s approach to performance and his role in shaping modern stand-up. The film’s title, Quality Balls, is attributed to a phrase used by Seinfeld to describe the combination of creative courage and technical skill that he associated with Steinberg’s work. The documentary also featured interviews with other comedians and performers, including Larry David, Martin Short, and Chris Rock, who reflected on Steinberg’s impact across multiple generations. In one segment, Seinfeld is shown encouraging Steinberg to consider returning to stand-up performance, highlighting his continued admiration for Steinberg’s abilities on stage. Through these interviews and archival material, the film presents a profile of Steinberg’s career and influence, with Seinfeld’s participation contributing to its perspective on the development of contemporary comedy. #JerrySeinfeld #DavidSteinberg #QualityBalls #Documentary #StandUpComedy #ComedyHistory