Season Guide
The Office Season 2
Season 2 Review
⚠ Spoiler alert Season notes below reveal how the story develops.
Season 2 of this critically acclaimed comedy continues the day to-day of Dunder Mifflin Regional Manager Michael Scott and his ambivalent staffers.
Season Review
Season 2 is one of the greatest single season transformations in TV history: Michael finds his humanity, and the finale. Casino Night, Jim’s confession, Pam’s “I can’t”, is the moment the show became itself. From copy to classic in one season.
Episodes
1
Summary Michael hosts the annual Dundies awards. Our Take A perfect way to kick off season two, with Michael's cringe-inducing award ceremony somehow turning weirdly sweet by the end. The…
2
SummaryMichael's continual sending of explicit e-mail forwards forces Dunder Mifflin to review it's sexual harassment policy; Pam's mom makes a visit to the office.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine…
3
SummaryWith Michael and Dwight out of the house, Jim organizes an office Olympics.Our TakeA carefully constructed episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
4
Summary A fire starts in the office kitchen. Our Take A tight little bottle episode that gets everyone out of the building and into the parking lot, which turns out…
5
SummaryMichael has to fire someone on Halloween.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
6
Summary Michael challenges Dwight to a fight at his martial arts studio. Our Take A rare episode where Michael's obliviousness actually pays off, mostly because Dwight plays his side of…
7
SummaryJan helps Michael with an important pitch for a client; The staff discovers a screenplay in Michael's office.Our TakeA classic for the ages. If you sample one episode of The…
8
SummaryMichael uses each employee's performance review to discuss his relationship with Jan.Our TakeA well made episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
9
Summary The office staff finds out that Michael has set up e-mail surveillance. Our Take A surprisingly strong episode that leans on Michael's neediness without making him unbearable. The basement…
10
SummaryAt the office Christmas party, Michael changes secret santa into a gift exchange.Our TakeA top shelf classic. If you sample one episode of The Office, make it this one.
11
Summary Michael takes the staff on a booze cruise. Our Take One of the season's early high points, mostly because Michael gets to be a real person for once. His…
12
SummaryMichael accidentally burns his foot on his George Foreman Grill, but insists on coming to work anyway. When none of his employees, except for Dwight , help him, Michael feels…
13
SummaryJim is forced into spending time with Michael so that he will not reveal Jim's feelings for Pam. Meanwhile, Oscar takes a "sick day" and Dwight investigates whether he is…
14
SummaryA disgusting "thing", implied to be human feces, is left in Michael's office, and he tries to discover who did it. While his carpet is being replaced, he uses Jim's…
15
SummaryWhen Jan comes to the office for a women in the office session, Michael stages a men's only session.Our TakeThis one earns its reputation: tight writing, real stakes, and a…
16
SummaryMichael has a big meeting in New York with Jan and the companies new CEO; Pam deals with all the Valentine's Day deliveries hoping Roy will remember to send her…
17
Summary Dwight has to make a big speech when he is named Salesmen of the Year. Our Take A great showcase for Rainn Wilson, who commits fully to Dwight's mix…
18
Summary Staff members bring their children to work. Our Take A sweet, low-stakes half hour that leans on the kids to shake up the office dynamics, and it mostly works.…
19
SummaryMichael's birthday coincides with Kevin awaiting the news to see if he has skin cancer.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
20
Summary After Dwight finds a joint in the office park, he goes overboard with an investigation. Our Take A great Dwight showcase that knows exactly when to let Michael steal…
21
SummaryMichael's attempt to resolve conflict resolution in the office just leads to more conflict.Our TakeA soundly crafted episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
22
Summary The office holds a casino night for charity in the warehouse. Our Take A rare season finale that earns its big moment instead of forcing it. The gambling stuff…