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Summary A 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 desk, forcing him to move away from Pam into…

Summary Jim 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 actually sick. Our Take Very good, not the series’…

Summary Michael 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 under appreciated. Meanwhile, Dwight starts acting strangely nice to…

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 speech to Jim about seizing the moment lands harder than…

Summary At the office Christmas party, Michael changes secret santa into a gift exchange. Our Take A top shelf classic. If you sample one episode of The Office, make it this one.

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 party scene with Jim and the warehouse guys is a…

Summary Michael uses each employee’s performance review to discuss his relationship with Jan. Our Take A well made episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Summary Jan helps Michael with an important pitch for a client; The staff discovers a screenplay in Michael’s office. Our Take A classic for the ages. If you sample one episode of The Office, make it this one.

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 the rivalry so earnestly. The fight itself is awkward in…

Summary Michael has to fire someone on Halloween. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.