Summary Jim, Toby and Gabe head up the search committee for a new manager for the branch. Our Take Very good — not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Office works.

Summary Jim, Toby and Gabe head up the search committee for a new manager for the branch. Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but The Office keeps its grip throughout.

Summary Dwight becomes acting manager of the branch. Our Take A well-built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Summary Deangelo creates tension when he created an inner circle of only men at the office. Our Take A mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. The Office running at cruising speed.

Our Take Everything The Office does well, done at full power. Genuinely great television.

Summary Michael doesn’t tell the staff that he is leaving a day early; Deangelo helps Andy with a big client. Our Take A standout hour — the kind of episode that justifies the whole series. The Office at the top of its game.

Summary Michael prepares to host his last Dundies. Our Take An all-timer. If you sample one episode of The Office, make it this one.

Summary The new boss, Deangelo Vickers, arrives to begin training. Our Take A transition episode that sets up more than it delivers. Necessary, not thrilling.

Summary Michael prepares to propose to Holly; The staff holds a garage sale in the warehouse. Our Take An all-timer. If you sample one episode of The Office, make it this one.

Summary Everyone is upset when Todd Packer is hired back to the office; Andy is upset when Pam gets a new computer for Erin. Our Take A transition episode that sets up more than it delivers. Necessary, not thrilling.