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Season 3 – The Office

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This U.S. adaptation -- set at a paper company based in Scranton, Pa. -- has a similar documentary style to that of the Ricky Gervais-led British original. It features the Dunder-Mifflin staff, which includes characters based on roles in the British show -- and, quite possibly, people with whom you work in your office. There's Jim, the likable employee who's a bit of an every man. Jim has a thing for receptionist-turned-sales-rep Pam -- because office romances are always a good idea! There's also Dwight, the co-worker who is successful but devoid of social skills and common sense.
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The Office — Season 3

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The Office hits its full stride in a raucous and romantic third season that gives the series' deep ensemble a generous raise in character development.

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Tad Friend The New Yorker Feb 21, 2020
Aside from such occasional clangers -- fundamental-decency alert! -- the show has a near-perfect grasp of tone. Go to Full Review Mhairi McFarlane Guardian Feb 21, 2020
Just as clever but more enjoyable, The Office: An American Workplace has grown to be something far greater than a competent facsimile. Go to Full Review Erik Adams AV Club Aug 29, 2018
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If handled poorly, the A-story could've blown up in the show's face. Go to Full Review Brian Zoromski IGN Feb 22, 2020
9/10
Quite a few of the best moments in [the premiere] are the ones that show the impact of Jim and Pam being in different offices... Get back to Scranton soon. Go to Full Review Andrew Gilstrap PopMatters Aug 30, 2018
8/10
The characters' quirks are so familiar that they might as well be talking to us. Go to Full Review Daynah Burnett PopMatters Aug 30, 2018
9/10
Now, if only Dwight's bombast remains in check, The Office might just end up being the best show on television that hasn't sold out yet. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Jaime B @Jimmy393 Sep 19, 2026 Love it the best series ever made See more matthias S @Thescreenasvor Aug 8, 2026 Season 3 is peak *The Office*. This is where the show is firing on absolutely all cylinders. Almost every episode has something memorable, whether it's a meme, a quote, a scene, or just one of those moments you instantly recognize. The characters are fully established, the comedy is ridiculously consistent, and somehow the show manages to be hilarious while still having so much heart. This is the *The Office* I think of when I think about the show. An absolute classic and easily one of the best seasons. **★★★★☆ (4.15/5 – 83%)** See more bob t @RT89536276 Dec 3, 2025 You can really feel the lack of Jim's presence but this season is still hilarious! See more Charlie M @RT50477435 Sep 9, 2025 The show still running on fire, hilarious and fun ways of switching up the formula. See more Fafy C. @FafyFlys Aug 1, 2025 Probably my favorite season See more Cade E. @starcecil Jul 6, 2025 The addition of new characters and the climax of the will they won’t they between Pam and Jim make a very memorable season with plenty of hard hitters See more Read all reviews
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Greg Daniels

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Ken Whittingham

Director

Harold Ramis

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Randall Einhorn

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Jeffrey Blitz

Director

Steve Carell

Michael Scott

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 21, 2006 Gay Witch Hunt Michael unintentionally outs a gay employee; the situation with Jim and Pam. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 28, 2006 The Convention Michael organizes a party in his hotel room when he, Dwight and Jan attend the Northeastern Mid-Market Office Supply Convention in Philadelphia. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 5, 2006 The Coup After Jan busts Michael for having a "movie Monday," Angela pushes Dwight to make a play for Michael's job. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 12, 2006 Grief Counseling Michael tries to help the staff grieve after learning that the former regional manager has died. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 19, 2006 Initiation Dwight takes Ryan on his first sales call, subjecting him to an outrageous series of tests along the way. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 2, 2006 Diwali Michael urges the staff to support Kelly and attend a local celebration of the Hindu Festival of Lights. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 9, 2006 Branch Closing Michael strives to keep the staff's spirit up after learning of the Scranton branch shutting down; people envision how their lives will change. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 16, 2006 The Merger Old friends Jim and Pam are back together after months apart as the Scranton branch and Stamford branch are finally merged. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 30, 2006 The Convict Michael tries to be supportive after learning that a new employee is an ex-convict; the staff compares the office to a prison. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 14, 2006 A Benihana Christmas Strife on the party-planning committee results in two competing Christmas parties; Michael gets dumped for the holidays. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 14, 2006 A Benihana Christmas Strife on the party-planning committee results in two competing Christmas parties; Michael gets dumped for the holidays. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 4, 2007 Back From Vacation Michael returns from his Jamaican vacation; an e-mail of a racy vacation photo makes the rounds of the office. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 11, 2007 Traveling Salesmen Andy suggests that Michael team up the staff for sales calls; Dwight tries to cover for Angela when she misses a deadline. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 18, 2007 The Return Oscar returns from his long vacation; Andy takes advantage of events to get closer to Michael; Jim gets Karen and Pam to help stage a prank on a new target. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 1, 2007 Ben Franklin Michael brings two adult performers into the office in honor of Phyllis' wedding shower; Karen confronts Pam about her past with Jim. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 8, 2007 Phyllis's Wedding Phyllis regrets giving Michael an important job at her wedding; Dwight plans to catch wedding crashers. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 15, 2007 Business School Ryan invites Michael to be a guest speaker at his business school; Dwight battles a bat that is loose in the office; Pam invites co-workers to her first art show. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 22, 2007 Cocktails Michael and Jan make their relationship public during a party; Jim meets Karen's ex; the staff goes to happy hour for drinks. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 5, 2007 The Negotiation Darryl meets with Michael to negotiate a pay increase; Jim deals with the consequences of Pam's confession to Roy. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 12, 2007 Safety Training Andy returns from anger-management classes, planning to make a fresh start with his co-workers; Michael and Dwight try to illustrate the dangers of the workplace. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 26, 2007 Product Recall The staff goes into crisis mode after a shipment of paper goes out with an obscene watermark; Michael holds an impromptu press conference; Jim and Andy handle harried clients who used the paper. Details Episode 22 Aired May 3, 2007 Women's Appreciation Outrage breaks out in the office when Phyllis gets an eyeful from a flasher; Dwight and Andy work on catching the perpetrator. Details Episode 23 Aired May 10, 2007 Beach Games Michael must recommend his own replacement when the company considers him for a corporate position; Pam must watch Jim and Karen have fun together at a company outing. Details Episode 24 Aired May 17, 2007 The Job Michael, Jim and Karen go to New York to interview for a job opening; in Scranton, the new regime institutes sweeping reforms; Jan brings exciting news. Details Episode 25 Aired May 17, 2007 The Job Michael, Jim and Karen go to New York to be interviewed for a job opening; in Scranton, the new regime institutes sweeping reforms; Jan comes in with exciting news. Details

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Season Info

Director
Greg Daniels, Ken Whittingham, Harold Ramis, Randall Einhorn, Jeffrey Blitz
Executive Producer
Ben Silverman, Greg Daniels, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Howard Klein
Screenwriter
Mike Schur, B.J. Novak, Justin Spitzer, Brent Forrester, Ricky Gervais, Mindy Kaling, Caroline Williams, Jennifer Celotta, Lee Eisenberg, Gene Stupnitsky
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-14 (L)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 21, 2006
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