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Season 8 – 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 spends its eighth season in the midst of an identity crisis as characters leave and reappear, but at least Robert California is gone.

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Willa Paskin Salon.com Feb 25, 2020
The characters may all still work in an engaging nut house, but the series is punching the clock, trying to solve the same old problems, create similar stories, develop familiar characters. Go to Full Review Verne Gay Newsday Feb 25, 2020
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The transition has been awkward -- to be expected when a classic character has been replaced -- but The Office seems to know where it's going and seems to be enjoying itself in the process. Spader? Absolutely a keeper. Go to Full Review Matt Zoller Seitz New York Magazine/Vulture Feb 25, 2020
Fact is, the show's first post-Steve Carrell year has been a mess, at times bordering on a disaster. Go to Full Review Matthew Dougherty The Filtered Lens Feb 25, 2020
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The Office has fallen and shows no signs of getting back up. Go to Full Review Price Peterson TV.com Feb 25, 2020
While everyone was busy being disappointed, The Office sneaked in some genuinely great jokes, new characters, and affecting plotlines. All things considered, this is still one of the best shows on TV. Go to Full Review Seth Abramovitch TV.com Feb 25, 2020
I think we must finally acknowledge the elephant in the room: The addition of James Spader as Robert California is not helping this series survive the departure of Steve Carell. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Zaid A @RT28179044 Aug 1, 2026 Truly what a letdown. All my friends have told me how much they love the office and how perfect the finale is and I was loving it up until season 8. Imagine a beautiful chocolate, vanilla cake whichever one you enjoy more with the perfect decoration and toppings possible right in the middle and imagine having a person who just used the bathroom punch and grope and rip out the cake and the best part of the cake especially. This is how I feel about the office. The middle of the cake the perfect part that makes the office good in general and that symbolizes Micheal Scott sure does he out skirts of the cake is still good to eat the dirty hand hasn’t infected it but are you going to eat it the same knowing what happened. And also the rest of the cake is damaged because of what happened and they’re not the same anymore they are DISGUSTING. See more bob t @RT89536276 Dec 11, 2025 Some characters are super annoying and you can really feel Michael's absence but there are still some super funny bits in this season. See more Jack R @RT08412927 Oct 11, 2025 Season 8 of The Office is better than any season of 99% of comedy shows. Loved it! See more Charlie M @RT50477435 Sep 9, 2025 Not that bad, obviously worse, but there’s still fun to be had with the characters. See more Ronan H @RJThePro Sep 7, 2025 This season is utterly disappointing. The writers seemed like they had zero direction for the show. The cast seemed like they were done with the show at times. There were of course still some funny lines and moments, but I’m not entirely sure any specific episode was worth watching in its entirety. That’s a pretty massive problem, and very different from prior seasons. If you are looking for sane writers, keep looking. See more Captain C @RT13097992 Aug 30, 2025 This season kinda sucks. I hate Robert California, He’s such a bad characte! The episodes are not funny although some parts along the way were laughable! It just feels kinda off without Micheal Scott! The episodes don’t feel the same without him! See more Read all reviews
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Rainn Wilson

Dwight Schrute

John Krasinski

Jim Halpert

Jenna Fischer

Pam Beesly Halpert

B.J. Novak

Ryan Howard

Ed Helms

Andy Bernard

Leslie David Baker

Stanley Hudson

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 22, 2011 The List The staff go into frantic speculation after accidentally discovering a list of their names in a notebook belonging to the mysterious new CEO. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 29, 2011 The Incentive The Scranton branch staff are challenged to double their sales; Andy decides to create an incentive program, but might end up regretting his promise. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 6, 2011 Lotto After the warehouse employees win the lottery and quit their jobs, everyone in the office fantasizes about winning big; Darryl and Andy look for new warehouse workers. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 13, 2011 Garden Party When Andy decides to throw a garden party at Schrute Farms to impress Robert, Dwight researches how to be a good host; Andy's family makes him feel self-conscious. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 27, 2011 Spooked Erin tries to put on a Halloween party that will please both Andy and Robert California; Jim and Pam fight about the existence of ghosts; Dwight bonds with Robert California's son. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 3, 2011 Doomsday Dwight installs a device in the office that will get everyone fired if they make too many errors; Gabe takes a liking to an employee at the warehouse. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 10, 2011 Pam's Replacement Pam teams up with Dwight to prove that Jim thinks her temporary replacement is pretty; Robert California asks to join Andy, Darryl and Kevin's band. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 17, 2011 Gettysburg Andy tries to motivate the staff by taking them on a field trip to Gettysburg; Robert asks those who stay behind to come up with the company's next big idea. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 1, 2011 Mrs. California Robert California brings his wife (Maura Tierney) into the office to find her a job; Dwight opens a gym in the building. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 8, 2011 Christmas Wishes Andy tries to make holiday wishes come true; Robert decides to drown his sorrows at the office party. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 12, 2012 Trivia Andy gets the office involved in a trivia contest; Dwight explores job opportunities at Sabre headquarters. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 19, 2012 Pool Party When Robert decides to sell his mansion, Kevin suggests he throw a pool party for the office; Erin flirts with Dwight to get Andy's attention; Robert gives a tour of his home. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 2, 2012 Jury Duty When Jim returns from jury duty Dwight questions him about the case; Angela and the senator welcome their new baby. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 9, 2012 Special Project When Dwight receives a special assignment in Tallahassee, he and Andy must decide which Scranton employees will go with him; Pam returns from maternity leave. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 16, 2012 Tallahassee In Tallahassee, Fla., Dwight tries to impress Sabre's special projects president; Andy tries to avoid requests for raises. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 23, 2012 After Hours Dwight and Packer compete for a job; Jim receives an unwelcome visitor; Andy has everyone stay late to cover for their co-workers in Florida. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 1, 2012 Test the Store Dwight tries to impress Nellie with a theatrical presentation at the Sabre store opening; Andy suffers from an embarrassing injury. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 8, 2012 Last Day in Florida After Robert reveals his contempt for Nellie's (Catherine Tate) business plan, Jim tries to save Dwight's job; Andy discovers that Erin isn't returning to Scranton. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 15, 2012 Get the Girl Andy drives across the country to get Erin; Nellie shows up and tries to claim the manager position. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 12, 2012 Welcome Party Robert forces the office to throw a welcome party for Nellie; Erin helps Andy practice how he will break up with Jessica. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 19, 2012 Angry Andy After returning from his romantic quest, Andy battles with Nellie for the manager's chair; Kelly has a difficult time choosing between Ryan and a perfect man (Sendhil Ramamurthy). Details Episode 22 Aired Apr 26, 2012 Fundraiser Andy crashes a fundraiser and ends up adopting 12 dogs; Dwight learns that an auction winner loses money; Nellie learns how to eat a taco. Details Episode 23 Aired May 3, 2012 Turf War Andy tries to jumpstart his comeback; after Robert drunkenly shuts down a local branch, Jim and Dwight join forces in hope of outsmarting a salesman. Details Episode 24 Aired May 10, 2012 Free Family Portrait Studio A former boss helps Andy go undercover and stage a coup; a new opportunity arises for Robert. Details

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Season Info

Director
B.J. Novak, Matt Sohn, Charles McDougall, David Rogers
Executive Producer
Ben Silverman, Greg Daniels, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Howard Klein, Paul Lieberstein, Mindy Kaling, B.J. Novak
Screenwriter
Steve Hely, B.J. Novak, Owen Ellickson, Charlie Grandy, Mindy Kaling, Warren Lieberstein, Justin Spitzer, Halsted Sullivan
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 22, 2011
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