The Office

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 24, 2005
Season #: 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 433 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 381 out of 433
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 433
  3. Negative: 18 out of 433
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  1. Bruterake
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pior que o anão fumante de senhor dos aneis atua bem. Muito bom da pra sentir química entre os cara na atuação, mas tem hora que arrasta as piada q nossa q dor. O episódio de basquete foi muito legal n sei pq KKKKKKKKKKKK.… Expand
  2. JeBjBo
    Feb 13, 2022
    5
    I wanted to like this show so much after everybody told me I had to watch it because it's supposed to be the greatest thing ever made. Well... it's not.
  3. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 25, 2021
    8
    Yeah, somehow, this show is as good as everyone says it is. Just listen to them.
  4. AWESOM-0
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    I have watch the office (us) all the way thru at least 6-7 times, one of my top 3 shows of all time. Season 1 is where the writers and actors are really fleshing the characters out.
  5. eagleeyeviking
    May 1, 2020
    5
    "The Office" (U.S.) starts off as an uncreative imitation of the British version but soon develops a unique and hilarious identity of its own. However, it lacks the same payoff that "The Office" (U.K.) had in it's first six episodes.
  6. drlowdon
    Sep 22, 2019
    6
    There often seems very little reason for these US remakes of successful television shows and many attempts, such as Life on Mars or The Inbetweeners, have failed completely as their creators simply don't grasp the concepts that made the originals great.

    With Michael Schur involved The US Office certainly comes with good pedigree but this short (by US standards) opening season, while    There often seems very little reason for these US remakes of successful television shows and many attempts, such as Life on Mars or The Inbetweeners, have failed completely as their creators simply don't grasp the concepts that made the originals great.

    With Michael Schur involved The US Office certainly comes with good pedigree but this short (by US standards) opening season, while sometimes genuinely funny thanks to its great cast, still suffers from direct comparison. Even ignoring the pilot, which is pointlessly an almost word for word copy of the UK versions pilot, many of the plots in these first six episodes are taken from the original with only minor changes being made. This in itself is not a problem but the script simply lacks the subtlety that made Gervais's creation so different to any 'sit-com' that had come before.

    As witnessed by other great UK comedies, such as Peep Show and The Inbetweeners in recent times, I think it is safe to say that we as a nation also do cringe-worthy or car-crash humour better than anyone else. Sure, Steve Carell does an impressive job in the lead role but his politically incorrect and desperate fumbling's just never quite connect in the same way as David Brent did when in full flow.

    For me The US Office has just about done enough to convince me to come back for another try next season but, with a full twenty plus episode order it must start to carve its own niche if it is to avoid continual unfavourable comparisons to its inspiration.    … Expand
  7. GrantD243
    May 15, 2019
    5
    Given that it's only 6 episodes, the first season of The Office didn't have much of a chance to make much of an impression on me. But considering I've constantly been told this is the greatest comedy series ever, I came away pretty disappointed.
  8. Nicholasmaximus
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    Do not listen to the "Critics" for this title. They will often compare it to the UK predecessor, but it has simply evolved into it's own experience. This show is and always will be one of those masterpieces that make one wish it would never end. It's obviously carried by the great Steve Carrell for the first few seasons, however the other actors soon develop into rememberable characters.Do not listen to the "Critics" for this title. They will often compare it to the UK predecessor, but it has simply evolved into it's own experience. This show is and always will be one of those masterpieces that make one wish it would never end. It's obviously carried by the great Steve Carrell for the first few seasons, however the other actors soon develop into rememberable characters. If you are looking for comedic charm that leaves you quoting lines in your everyday conversations, then this is the show for you.… Expand
  9. iriyahhaley
    Mar 15, 2019
    10
    The Office is my all time favorite show! It is not only hilarious but it also has emotional factors that make it so hard to stop watching. My family and I have seen every single episode and still never get sick of watching it. The first few episodes were a little rough but as it goes on it gets much better. I definitely recommend this show to anyone 13 and up. The Office always makes youThe Office is my all time favorite show! It is not only hilarious but it also has emotional factors that make it so hard to stop watching. My family and I have seen every single episode and still never get sick of watching it. The first few episodes were a little rough but as it goes on it gets much better. I definitely recommend this show to anyone 13 and up. The Office always makes you laugh and sometimes even cry.… Expand
  10. jds131
    Nov 4, 2018
    9
    I have been watching The Office steadily for over 4 years. I fall asleep to the hit television show every night. In full disclosure, it took me four years to finish the entire show. I agree with similar reviews that you must fight past season 1 and a little of season 2 but once you do that, The Office will have you. It’s a similar situation with the ending, you must fight through a fewI have been watching The Office steadily for over 4 years. I fall asleep to the hit television show every night. In full disclosure, it took me four years to finish the entire show. I agree with similar reviews that you must fight past season 1 and a little of season 2 but once you do that, The Office will have you. It’s a similar situation with the ending, you must fight through a few poor episodes in season 9 but once you are able its worth it. After 4 years of watching the same seasons repeatedly you’d be surprised but I still find things that I never noticed. After all this time I still notice things that I hadn’t in the past. For example in season 9 when Dwight is doing the fake interview with the radio show, I never noticed Kevin sitting in his boxers in the break-room. Perhaps The Office’s greatest strength is it’s ability to related it’s characters to its viewers. We all work with a Creed, Michael, and Oscar. We all deal with a Stanley, Toby, and Dwight. Through out the show you develop a relationship with these characters and as the season progress you see the relationship with each other develop. For instance, Dwight and Jim’s feelings change over time. Consider the cast of the show as well, the meat of them went on to develop decent careers afterwards. Without a doubt The office needs to be considered as one of the greatest television shows of all time.… Expand
  11. ThePeoplesVoice
    Oct 26, 2018
    8
    It's one of the best comedies out there. You will not see another one like this soon.
  12. Dragonfly44
    Oct 11, 2018
    7
    A beyond fantastic tv show starts off a little rough, but it’s just a preview of the masterpeice that is to come

    Rating - 69%
  13. IELPclass
    Sep 24, 2018
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Review written by Temple Core Skills class - Fall 2018. This is a spoiler review of the Season 1 episode "Basketball."

    The boss made up a basketball game with the warehouse workers and the loser will work on Saturday. Boss’ team won the game, but because of his shameless act, both of the work teams do not need to come on Saturday. This story happens in the warehouse and office. The main characters are Michael, Jim, Pam and Dwight, and it is a comedy.

    The acting of all characters impressed audience. Everyone can express their personality by their actions and speech. It uses documentary’s style film and mostly surrounds on the main character, the “boss”. It captures the full view and zooms into some actor’s emotions for details. The story contains two emotions. The first one is anger when the boss wants the employees to work on the weekend, since the people working in the warehouse want to beat him. The second one is love when Jim hits the basketball, Pam looks at him with an adoring look and keeps eyeing Jim throughout the game. We can feel love from her eyes.    … Expand
  14. Kamarr
    Sep 21, 2018
    9
    This show is flipping amazing I wish I watched it sooner as Dwight Schrute is just like me in some cases mixed with Michel. Gosh whoever is thinking about giving this show a chance do it! Every ep is hilarious and eventually you'll bond with the cast over time. Reminds me when I worked in a office
  15. nickfoster
    Sep 11, 2018
    10
    Although it takes a few seasons to get into it, this is by far my favorite show of all time. Every character within the show is given plenty of opportunity for you to get to know and love like they were your own best friend. As someone that will ultimately work in an office setting, I can only hope that my experience will be half as great and entertaining as this show was. Overall, I wouldAlthough it takes a few seasons to get into it, this is by far my favorite show of all time. Every character within the show is given plenty of opportunity for you to get to know and love like they were your own best friend. As someone that will ultimately work in an office setting, I can only hope that my experience will be half as great and entertaining as this show was. Overall, I would rate this as one of the best comedic tv shows of all time.… Expand
  16. Broyax
    Aug 26, 2018
    0
    Les blagues de bureau, tout le monde connaît, surtout quand c'est le responsable qui les fait le lundi matin. Steve Carell s'y colle ici avec entrain et opiniâtreté et la série tente de trouver du comique à de nombreuses situations de l'équipe de gratte-papiers, tous plus cons les uns que les autres.

    Evidemment, c'est la version américaine d'une série britannique à l'origine, ici en    Les blagues de bureau, tout le monde connaît, surtout quand c'est le responsable qui les fait le lundi matin. Steve Carell s'y colle ici avec entrain et opiniâtreté et la série tente de trouver du comique à de nombreuses situations de l'équipe de gratte-papiers, tous plus cons les uns que les autres.

    Evidemment, c'est la version américaine d'une série britannique à l'origine, ici en format sitcom de 20 mn... mais sans les rires enregistrés... or sans les rires enregistrés, comment savoir quand il faut "rire" ? faut-il se fier aux grimaces de Steve, ou juste aux tronches de cake de ces andouilles périmenazes à col roulé ?

    On ne sait pas, car dans ce bureau, tout est absurdement débile d'un bout à l'autre de chaque épisode et on s'ennuie terriblement : ce n'est pas drôle du tout et affligeant de stupidité et de beauferie pathétique. A ranger donc au même (ca)niveau que les autres sous-produits amerloques en la matière.    … Expand
  17. fishmatt
    May 27, 2018
    10
    Watch it. Just do it. Got nothing to say other than just watch it. You won't regret.
  18. spencie
    May 4, 2018
    8
    A great start to a great show, season 1 of The Office might be the weakest season, but it's still great!
  19. LinttaFlamingo
    Nov 3, 2017
    6
    Scenes with Dwight were definitely the most entertaining and actually funny, and I enjoyed some of the more awkward characters too like Kevin and Stanley. It's a short season but it shows a lot of promise if it goes in the right direction. The show works best when it's NOT showing Steve Carell, he was annoying.
  20. whofan12
    Oct 1, 2017
    7
    It's pretty good, but it gets way better as the show progresses. Seasons 2, 3, and 4 are all fantastic. I liked the first few episodes though. I'd give it a 7 out of 10
  21. ATClass
    Sep 21, 2017
    7
    Review of Episode 3, Season 1: "Basketball" - by Access Temple Core Skills Class

    In this episode, Dunder-Mifflin has a basketball competition between the warehouse and office employees. Overall, this episode is effective in many ways. The acting from The Office is funny and interesting. The actor who performs Michael is pretty overacting in everything. For example, before the    Review of Episode 3, Season 1: "Basketball" - by Access Temple Core Skills Class

    In this episode, Dunder-Mifflin has a basketball competition between the warehouse and office employees. Overall, this episode is effective in many ways.

    The acting from The Office is funny and interesting. The actor who performs Michael is pretty overacting in everything. For example, before the basketball match, Michael emphasizes the rule and time of this competition many times to his staff. He also shows off how good he is at basketball, but when he starts playing he messes everything up.

    It is important to tolerate when we get into teamwork. We need to learn how to get along well with the people different from us. In this episode, it is effective of this theme because every design and every plot moment points out this theme, such as every worker in this office has distinguishable behaviors and characters. Using the interviews, we see the character's opinion between the things happening in the office to show different people have their own ideas.

    In our opinion, this episode is effective in it's worldview. It conveys the information to us that we should be fair in competition. If you cheat or play tricks in competition, you will be responsible for yourself, like Michael. He pretended he was hurt by the warehouse worker. Finally, the warehouse workers discover the fact and refuse to work on Saturday by threatening Michael.

    Michael is the boss of the office. He's self-centered, annoying, and he feels he is pretty funny. But the other staff don't think he is funny at all. When he tells a joke that he will fire the staff if he lost before the competition, no one laughs. This shows that Michael is a arrogant person.

    The episode uses a single camera setup and simulates the look of an actual documentary. We think it is effective. We can see that the scenes are real because it a little shaky and unstable so it looks like we are in the office too. They interview every person in the office. It shows everyone's personality more comprehensively.

    The scenery that the production team creates is dull and more appealing to daily office life. The reason they built this boring background is that they try to approach the effect of comedy. Gradually, the humor busts out in order to create contrast and make the comedy atmosphere stand out most.

    In the end, this was a good, humorous, meaningful episode of the The Office.    … Expand
  22. nutbuttinmecut
    Jan 19, 2017
    1
    moocel scott is dum. his jokes arent funny. this show is dum. watch real shows like walking dead or the real house wives of atelaenta. my least favorite pert of the shew is that jim is a lammo, he isnt even funny. do something elsae with ur tiem.
  23. mdluke
    Oct 18, 2016
    10
    The Office is an American TV series depicting a group of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company employees and their everyday working experiences. This comedy tails a group of employees managed by their incapable boss, Michael Scott. The “camera crew” follows around the employees, capturing all of their dysfunctional, crazy moments together. The Office, a hilarious mockumentary, parodies the drudgeryThe Office is an American TV series depicting a group of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company employees and their everyday working experiences. This comedy tails a group of employees managed by their incapable boss, Michael Scott. The “camera crew” follows around the employees, capturing all of their dysfunctional, crazy moments together. The Office, a hilarious mockumentary, parodies the drudgery of American workers by giving a lighthearted, amusing outlook on the mundane nine to five work week by utilizing the unique personalities of the dramatic characters.
    Additionally, the setting is placed in Scranton, Pennsylvania, adding to the nondescript appeal of the obscure paper company, Dunder Mifflin. The show depicts white-collar numbness. A group of co-workers come to work, form relationships, and slave away for their unqualified boss, Michael Scott. The Office is a daring, risky take on workplace tensions. The writers developed the boss, Michael Scott, and many of the characters to have crazy antics and disastrous lives, often times exaggerating the personalities to contribute to the show’s storyline. Executive producer, Greg Daniels, and countless others, including the shows own Mindy Kaling, created the show many enjoyed for nine seasons known as The Office.
    The Office, NBC’s 2005 sitcom about professional boredom in the workplace, is the remake of the BBC’s The Office (the British version). These two shows have some major similarities and differences making them a thought-provoking comparison. The comparison between the shows begs the question: which version is better? The American version shows many similarities to the original, British, version, considering the fact most of the plot is the same. One major difference arises while comparing the bosses. The British boss, David Brent, is quite cold and mean-spirited. Conversely, the American boss, Michael Scott, has the loveable, redeeming qualities Brent does not. Some characters in each version have strikingly different personas as well as some characters and their counterparts having similar personalities. As mentioned before, much of the plot is the same. This includes bits of romance woven throughout the entire series from Dawn and Tim (BBC’s version) as well as their American counterparts Jim and Pam. Both the American and British shows exhibit great qualities. The American version, however, is much more lighthearted and easy to watch. This is the reason it gains the most attention between the two.
    On a similar note, I find the British version hard to watch. It seems strange and unfamiliar compared to The Office I had previously known. In my opinion, whatever is lacking in the British version, the qualities are redeemed in the American version. I find the quick, 20 minute episodes addicting, which makes it easy to justify watching “just one more” episode. I enjoy, regardless of the small relationships forming and problems arising, that the plot is very simple and easy to follow, making each episode being a random bit of goodness. My favorite character is Jim Halpert. He is a major factor in twisting the dead-end job he has, along with his co-workers, into something much more bearable.
    In addition to being better than British version of The Office, the carefree office workers and their crazy motives make the show enjoyable in general. Many times throughout the show, the character's original personalities make light of their terrible jobs. A good example of this happens throughout the show when Jim Halpert schemes elaborate, harmless pranks on his oblivious co-salesman, Dwight. Many of the jokes and pranks, on the surface, may seem simple and dry. On review, one might realize the thought put into the insane characters and clever jokes. Many people seem to overlook the effort put into making The Office so intriguing. Without these crazy personalities and jokes, watching The Office would be depressing, instead of distracting from our own repetitious lives.
    In spite of the fact many viewers enjoy this sitcom, some find the show’s sense of humor and mindless stupidity painful to watch. The humor would oftentimes be described as exhausting, and dry. One might think this because the characters, and their extreme personalities, can be overwhelming at times. For example, Kevin Malone, an overweight accountant who knows nothing about his job, gets in the way just as an infant would. To some, he may be seen as lovable, but critics view him as extremely annoying. The Office is definitely an acquired taste, suiting only those looking for a non-complex storyline and subtle dysfunction. Those who do enjoy The Office tend to like the over-the-top awkward humor throughout the show.
    Overall, The Office’s efforts to put a spin on the menial office work is very evident. By focusing on the animated motives of the crazily characterized employees, and weaving in mildly unrealistic scenarios, The Office reels in the attention of those looking for a good, simple laugh and an optimistic outlook on the scarily relatable, mundane lives of office workers.    … Expand
  24. dogii
    Sep 8, 2016
    10
    The office might just be the greates TV show i have ever watched. The cringe humor fits perfectly with Steve Carell's peformance, all the main characters somehow go together and the plot engages you enough to leave you thirsty for the next episode. Honestly after finishing the series you just get an empty feeling inside of you as if you lost some of your friends.
  25. TheApplegnome
    Jun 24, 2016
    6
    From the creators of ’Parks and Recreation’ comes ’The Office’. This first six-episode introduction shines with embarrassing and relatable characters — but that might not bring that many laughs to the screen. The humor is good, so there’s a great foundation for even more of that! Its direction is somewhat unique, very ’Parks & Rec-ish’ but it stands on it’s own! The plot however reallyFrom the creators of ’Parks and Recreation’ comes ’The Office’. This first six-episode introduction shines with embarrassing and relatable characters — but that might not bring that many laughs to the screen. The humor is good, so there’s a great foundation for even more of that! Its direction is somewhat unique, very ’Parks & Rec-ish’ but it stands on it’s own! The plot however really needs some refreshment — it’s not that interesting (yet), it needs a big boost in energy and interest. Still; the characters are very good with much depth, splendid chemistry & actor performances. For a first six-episode season — it might not have fulfilled my expectations to a 100 %, but I have high hopes that it will in the future!

    Overall personal rating for each episode: 65.3/100

    Personal rating: 60/100
    Critical rating: 75/100    … Expand
  26. RainbowDenix
    Jun 8, 2016
    10
    The Office (U.S) is the best comedy series I have ever seen. It surpasses its U.K. predecessor in every way. This should be seen by all fans of Modern Family and Parks and Recreations
  27. homer4president
    Jun 6, 2016
    9
    DIversity Day was my favorite episode from the first short season. Wish the season was a little bit longer, but hey, I can't complain, I loved it for a first season!
  28. tamie_wolvie
    Jun 5, 2016
    0
    trying too hard to be funny. its already smell failure from the very first episode. really, watching it just making me exhausted. the joke are not smart, tacky, dull.
  29. bjepsen25
    Jan 25, 2016
    5
    My Rating: (8.9/10.0)

    Season 1 of the Office was the perfect way to kick off a potentially terrific show. If it follows through like the BBC version did, it will be absolutely legendary. Looking forward to seeing Seasons 2-9. Highly recommend seeing Season 1 though, if you haven't already.
  30. heromoder
    Apr 27, 2015
    10
    Although the original UK series' ugly cousin, this first season of The Office US is a cracker. Great writing and acting ensure the crossover is a success. John Krasinski already shows promise.
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Awards & Rankings

29
#29 Best TV Season of 2005
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#19 Most Discussed TV Season of 2005
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#9 Most Shared TV Season of 2005

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Metascore
62

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 30
  3. Negative: 3 out of 30
  1. Time
    Reviewed by: James Poniewozik
    Jul 1, 2013
    90
    It's ironic that NBC's most original sitcom in years is a remake, but who cares? The Office is a daring, unflinching take on very American workplace tensions.
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  2. People Weekly
    Jun 28, 2013
    75
    Devotees are probably poised to dismiss the adaptation out of hand, but I found enough funny business here to overcome my sales resistance.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Gillian Flynn
    Jun 18, 2013
    83
    The good news for fans — and neophytes — is that the new sitcom is clever and insular, capturing all the drudgery, awkwardness, and rivalry of cubicle living. ... Ultimately, though, The Office lacks the aching subtlety of the BBC version.
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