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Season 1 – 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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Critics Consensus

The Office quickly distinguishes itself from its source material within the first few episodes, proving not all Hollywood remakes of overseas hits are destined to end in failure. (That's what she said.)

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Paul Hoggart The Times (UK) Feb 20, 2020
It's broader and less understated, especially in Steve Carell's Michael Scott, who lacks the terror behind David Brent's eyes. Yet the new American material is generally as funny as the original. Go to Full Review Austin Smith New York Post Feb 20, 2020
3/4
If you are like me, and somehow never managed to catch the original, Carell and his American "Office"-mates are just fine. Go to Full Review Dana Stevens Slate Feb 20, 2020
The harder it tries (and even, at times, succeeds) in amusing us, the more melancholic we'll feel, remembering how magical things used to be. Go to Full Review Betsy Bozdech DVDJournal.com Jan 8, 2022
3.5/4
It requires a high tolerance for watching other people put themselves into impossible situations - and then make them worse. Go to Full Review Kathryn Reklis The Christian Century Aug 27, 2021
As more people are required to surrender more parts of their lives to work, whether it is a dream job or not, there may be collective nostalgia for the monotony of a stable job... Go to Full Review Travis Fickett IGN Movies Feb 24, 2020
6.9/10
As a pilot, this one is largely a failure. However, as an initial effort to bring the universal comedy of the original and its take on the workplace -- it works. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Michael M @mlm5l Aug 21, 2026 Forced, contrived garbage. This pile of crap has never even made me chuckle. I don’t get the positive reviews. Steve Carell is absolutely awful. See more Emerson H @movielover9 Aug 12, 2026 A decent start to a fantastic series! Would have been 5 stars if the last 4 episodes lived up to episodes 1 and 2, but still enjoyable nonetheless See more matthias S @Thescreenasvor Jul 31, 2026 As a huge fan of *The Office*, this rewatch was exactly what I needed while dealing with the flu. It's the perfect comfort show to switch off your brain and just enjoy. I always remembered Season 1 being much weaker, but honestly, it holds up better than I expected. You can definitely tell the show is still finding its identity, and there are a few rough edges, but the foundation is already there. The characters, awkward humor, and documentary style are all starting to click. It's nowhere near as bad as people make it out to be. I had a great time revisiting it. **★★★½ (3.5/5 – 70%)** See more Danielle G @RT79548627 Jul 25, 2026 Absolutely love it. One of my favorite shows ever. Great actors and actresses. See more Steven F. @SteveGotScored Apr 12, 2026 Such an uplifting TV Show! See more Benjamin W. @Code70 Feb 8, 2026 A great but different first season. Looking back, this season is immensely different from the other ones of the show. It’s quite good to tell you the truth. The different tone kinda makes it a standout in its show. See more Read all reviews
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Steve Carell

Michael Scott

Jenna Fischer

Pam Beesly Halpert

John Krasinski

Jim Halpert

Rainn Wilson

Dwight Schrute

B.J. Novak

Ryan Howard

Melora Hardin

Jan Levinson-Gould

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 24, 2005 Pilot When a documentary crew comes to Dunder Mifflin to learn about modern management, manager Michael Scott tries to paint a happy picture of his domain, but his jokes keep falling flat. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 29, 2005 Diversity Day Michael's offensive behavior prompts the company to sponsor a seminar on racial tolerance and diversity; Jim has trouble securing his biggest yearly commission. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 5, 2005 Health Care When forced to pick a cheaper health care plan, Michael, rather than lose popularity points with his staff, shirks the responsibility to Dwight. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 12, 2005 The Alliance Michael tries to raise employee morale with a birthday party amid rumors of downsizing. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 19, 2005 Basketball Michael and gang play the warehouse workers in a not-so-friendly game of basketball; Michael bets that the losers will have to work on Saturday. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 26, 2005 Hot Girl Dwight, Michael and Jim all vie for the attention of an attractive woman who comes to the office to sell purses. Details

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The Office — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Ken Kwapis, Ken Whittingham, Greg Daniels, Bryan Gordon
Executive Producer
Ben Silverman, Greg Daniels, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Howard Klein
Screenwriter
Mike Schur, Greg Daniels, Paul Lieberstein, Mindy Kaling
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 24, 2005
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