Season Guide
The Office Season 9
Season 9 Review
⚠ Spoiler alert Season notes below reveal how the story develops.
In the series 9th season, Andy Bernard, the preppy salesman and die hard Cornell alumni whose endless and unique musical talents keep the office entertained, is the new Dunder Mifflin Scranton manager.
Season Review
Season 9 is the comeback: Dwight as the show’s center, the documentary finally being acknowledged, and the finale stretch (the reunion, the Q&A panel, Angela’s wedding) lands the ending with genuine grace: everyone finds out who they were on camera, and it was enough.
Episodes
1
Summary The office is joined by two new guys who the office dubs new Dwight and new Jim. Andy tries to force Nellie out. Our Take A shaky start to…
2
Summary Jim and Pam attend Roy’s wedding. Nellie tries to initiate a special project involving charity. Our Take A surprisingly sweet half hour that works better than it should. Roy's…
3
Summary Nellie convinces Andy that he is distantly related to Michelle Obama; Pam tries to teach Nellie how to drive. Our Take A middling episode saved by its B-plot. The…
4
SummaryJim convinces Dwight that the office has safety issues so Jim sets up a temporary office in the parking lot.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an hour that…
5
Summary It’s Halloween at the office and Andy invites his college’s capella group to perform at the party; Jim and Pam disagree over how much to invest in the new…
6
Summary Andy deals with the aftermath of his family losing all their money; Jim, Pam and Nellie pulls a radio interview prank on Dwight; Kevin finds out about Oscar and…
7
Summary The ladies of the office try and help Dwight pitch to a female client; Angela and Oscar think the Senator is cheating on them. Our Take The Dwight-and-the-women sales…
8
SummaryAngela wants to put a hit out on Oscar; Jim has to wine and dine Phyllis and Stanley for a favor.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and…
9
Summary When the staff forgets about Christmas, Dwight is able to throw his version of Christmas. Our Take Dwight running a Pennsylvania Dutch Christmas is exactly the kind of weirdo…
10
SummaryPam brings lice into the office and lets Meredith take the fall.Our TakeA sturdy episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
11
SummaryDwight gets Clark to help him with a sale; Darryl has an interview at Jim's company.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
12
Summary The office believes that Erin and Pete have feelings for each other; Jim misses his daughter’s recital because of a business meeting. Our Take This one runs on two…
13
SummaryClark has to compete against a bunch of Dwight's friends and family for the job of junior salesman.Our TakeMiddle of the road. Watchable, but you'll forget the details by next…
14
Summary Pam is upset when she finds her mural has been defaced; Darryl finds out Jim is a slob when they sublet an apartment together in Philly. Our Take A…
15
Summary The staff celebrates Valentine’s Day by going out to a local nail salon for couple’s discounts; Jim and Pam have lunch with Brian. Our Take A middling Valentine's episode…
16
Summary Andy learns that Erin is now seeing Pete; Pam interviews for a job in Philadelphia. Our Take A decent mid-season episode that splits its attention a little thin. Andy's…
17
Summary After Dwight’s aunt dies, his sister and brother return for her funeral; Todd Packer returns to the office. Our Take This one's a backdoor pilot for a Dwight spinoff…
18
SummaryThe promo for the documentary is finally released.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Office works.
19
Summary Stanley refuses to go on a sales call with Dwight because the elevator is broke; Jim and Pam begin marriage counseling. Our Take A solid mid-tier episode carried by…
20
Summary The staff competes in a paper airplane contest. Our Take A quiet episode that leans on Dunder Mifflin's flimsy paper airplane contest while Jim and Pam's marriage problems hang…
21
SummaryAndy quits as regional manager to focus on his acting career; Jim dedicates more time at Dunder Mifflin to save his marriage.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an…
22
Summary Andy auditions for a singing competition; Dwight hires an assistant to his assistant to the regional manager…himself; Kevin is jealous of Phillip. Our Take A busy penultimate episode that…
23
Summary Andy auditions for a singing competition; Dwight hires an assistant to his assistant to the regional manager…himself; Kevin is jealous of Phillip Our Take The second half of this…
24
SummaryThe office staff reunites for a panel discussion and Dwight and Angela's wedding.Our TakeAn all time great. If you sample one episode of The Office, make it this one.
25
Summary The office staff reunites for a panel discussion and Dwight and Angela’s wedding. Our Take A warm, generous sendoff that gives nearly everyone a real moment, and the panel…