A mockumentary on a group of typical office workers, where the workday consists of ego clashes, inappropriate behavior, tedium and romance.A mockumentary on a group of typical office workers, where the workday consists of ego clashes, inappropriate behavior, tedium and romance.A mockumentary on a group of typical office workers, where the workday consists of ego clashes, inappropriate behavior, tedium and romance.
- Won 5 Primetime Emmys
- 59 wins & 211 nominations total
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Reviewers say 'The Office' is acclaimed for its realistic office life portrayal and relatable characters, fostering a lasting sitcom appeal. Its mockumentary style enhances viewer connection, highlighting themes of workplace relationships and personal growth. Notable dynamics, like Jim and Pam's romance and Michael Scott's management, add charm. The series effectively blends humor with poignant moments, creating a deep audience connection through its unique mix of comedy and heart.
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I am a huge fan of the British version of the Office. I remember looking forward to the American version when it first came out and being disappointed immediately to the point that I refused to watch it after the first episode. Almost 6 years later I gave it another go as people were telling me that it was actually quite good. I took the advice that I should start from season 2. This time around I enjoyed it more and gradually warmed to the characters that were basically copies of the British version. I can't believe that I would ever say this, but this show is as good as the British version. The bonus is that there is a lot more of it. It was certainly a knee-jerk reaction to give up on it so quickly, but it seems that a lot of people did. The Jim/Pam relationship is a clone of Tim and Dawn, but some of the pranks that they play on Dwight(Gareth in British version) are quite brilliant. There are certainly differences between the two versions, but generally the American version stays fairly true to the original.
If you loved the original, definitely give this a go.
If you loved the original, definitely give this a go.
I do not have a single negative thing to say about The Office. It is by far my favorite show. I eagerly await a new episode every week.
All the unique characters have depth and are well developed.
As to all the people who don't like it because its based on the U.K. version, get over it. It has been taken to a completely different level. The characters in a spin off are not supposed to stay the exact same, otherwise a spin off would be pointless.
The characters are constantly evolving, and they are never constantly the protagonist or antagonist, so they are all at some point endearing. The characters are wonderfully bizarre yet real.
If you don't find this show funny, then you need to get a funny bone. Writers, keep em coming.
All the unique characters have depth and are well developed.
As to all the people who don't like it because its based on the U.K. version, get over it. It has been taken to a completely different level. The characters in a spin off are not supposed to stay the exact same, otherwise a spin off would be pointless.
The characters are constantly evolving, and they are never constantly the protagonist or antagonist, so they are all at some point endearing. The characters are wonderfully bizarre yet real.
If you don't find this show funny, then you need to get a funny bone. Writers, keep em coming.
The Office is absolutely, without a doubt, one of the greatest tv shows ever created and easily one of the best comedies I've seen in my lifetime! It's at the top of just about every "best sitcom ever" list for a reason...because it's incredible! Just about every episode is hilarious, which is nearly impossible for any tv show but The Office comes pretty darn close. All you have to do is read through some of these reviews to see how loved this show really is. I'll always miss it but at least we'll always have the reruns to watch!
This show has changed my life. The way I see things, the way I live. This show was then for me when I needed it the most. One of the best cinematic/artistic creation by men. This show teaches you love, compassion, finding beauty in simple things in life.
Story of a small paper supply company in a small town, yet took the world by storm.
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Honestly, I thought show as 'boring' even before I watched a single episode. Seriously, what interesting could happen in an office environment? I remember first scene I saw from this show. It was from an internet wallpaper with Michael Scott with a white board behind him saying "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take".
Then after years from that, I somehow started watching "The Office", I don't really remember why I did that. What I love most about this show is it's raw nature. The camera is kind of shaky yet still brings the best scenes...something that I had never seen before in a TV sitcom. It may seem less professional but adds real life, personal touch with the TV show and the characters in them.
Obviously, Michael Scott is one of my favourite character. Jim, Andy, Dwight, Pam, Erin, Kevin, Oscar, Angela, Creed and even the camera crew include in my favourite list.
What I learned from this show is that it's okay to be weird and different ,that you won't be welcomed as you wanted it to be ( remembering Michael Scott attempts ), that you can't wait and expect things to happen for you, that it's okay to be hated and feel hate to others....it's all dependent on time. People change, feelings change, situations change. All you got to do is be yourself and be true to your heart and everything will fall into it's place.
I love every minute I spent on this show <3
Then after years from that, I somehow started watching "The Office", I don't really remember why I did that. What I love most about this show is it's raw nature. The camera is kind of shaky yet still brings the best scenes...something that I had never seen before in a TV sitcom. It may seem less professional but adds real life, personal touch with the TV show and the characters in them.
Obviously, Michael Scott is one of my favourite character. Jim, Andy, Dwight, Pam, Erin, Kevin, Oscar, Angela, Creed and even the camera crew include in my favourite list.
What I learned from this show is that it's okay to be weird and different ,that you won't be welcomed as you wanted it to be ( remembering Michael Scott attempts ), that you can't wait and expect things to happen for you, that it's okay to be hated and feel hate to others....it's all dependent on time. People change, feelings change, situations change. All you got to do is be yourself and be true to your heart and everything will fall into it's place.
I love every minute I spent on this show <3
7 Hilarious Cold Opens From "The Office"
7 Hilarious Cold Opens From "The Office"
Extreme parkour, spilled chili, and way too much baby talk! Head back to Dunder Mifflin and relive the funniest moments that happened before the opening credits of the classic sitcom.
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaJohn Krasinski and B.J. Novak went to high school together. They went to Newton South High School in Newton, Massachusetts, and they both graduated in 1997. They were even on the same little league baseball team.
- GoofsIn Season 1 Episode 4: The Alliance (2005), Michael asks Pam for upcoming birthdays and she tells him that none are coming up until next month and Meredith is the next person on the list. In Season 4 Episode 11: Night Out (2008), Angela tells Jim, "It's Birthday Month; after Creed, it's Oscar's turn, and Meredith's is at the end of the month."
Per IMDb rules, TV shows are free to change or rewrite back stories during the course of a series, especially ones that have been on for a number of years.
- Quotes
Michael Scott: [to Toby] This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell out of here.
- Alternate versionsThe episodes that originally aired on NBC and that appear on the DVDs are slightly different from the versions that air in syndication and on Netflix. For example, when episodes like "Stress Relief" and "Niagara" along with most of the other two parters originally aired, they aired as one extended episode. Additionally, several episodes have certain plot-lines or scenes that would later disappear, these are the versions that appear on the DVDs. On Netflix however, many of these scenes and plot-lines are missing from episodes and many extended episodes like the aforementioned ones were split into two parters. On the flip-side, there are even some scenes that were cut from the initial airings and appear as deleted scenes on the DVDs that appear on the Netflix versions.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The 61st Annual Golden Globe Awards (2004)
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- Country of origin
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- Also known as
- The Office: An American Workplace
- Filming locations
- Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA(Exterior)
- Production companies
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- Runtime22 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 1.78 : 1
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