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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 Andy ancestry storyline leans too hard on his gullibility and…

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 redemption is a little too tidy, but the awkward warmth…

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 the final season that leans too hard on recycling old…

Summary Andy arranges for David Wallace to buy back the company to make him the regional manager again. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Office works.

Summary A turf war ensues when Robert fails to implement a transition plan when a branch closes. Our Take A middling episode that leans hard on Robert California’s strange energy without giving him much to actually do. The poolside scenes…

Summary The staff attend a fundraiser hosted by Angela’s husband. Our Take A solid midseason outing that leans on the cold open’s silent treatment gag more than it should. Robert California’s unraveling is the highlight, and Dwight’s beet-based subplot gets…

Summary Andy returns to the office to discover Nellie has taken over his job and refuses to give it up; Ryan is jealous when Kelly starts dating Jim and Pam’s pediatrician. Our Take A middling episode saved by its cast.…

Summary Robert California forces the staff to throw a welcome party for Nellie; Andy tries to break up with Jessica. Our Take A tightly put together episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Summary Andy heads to Florida to win Erin back; Nellie shows up at the office and attempts to take over the manager job. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.

Summary Jim learns that Robert plans to kill the store idea at the board meeting and tries to warn Dwight; Erin tells Andy that she is staying in Florida. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour…