Season Guide
The Office Season 5
Season 5 Review
⚠ Spoiler alert Season notes below reveal how the story develops.
Last season left Office fans gasping and worked up for more – and so, the most anticipated season of the Emmy winning comedy is finally on the clock. New and moving foolishness continues to plague the world of the unwary Dunder Mifflin 9-to-5’ers.
Season Review
Season 5: the Michael Scott Paper Company arc is a triumphant middle season run, Holly’s transfer heartbreak lands, and the Stress Relief cold open (the fire drill) is the most watched cold open of the series. The show runs on all cylinders.
Episodes
1
Summary The office staff goes to extremes when they participate in a weight loss contest run by corporate. Our Take A strong season opener that splits time between the weight…
2
SummaryThe office staff goes to extremes when they participate in a weight loss contest run by corporate.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds you why…
3
SummaryHolly has to run an ethics meeting which leads to Meredith revealing an unethical situation.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
4
SummaryMichael insists the office throw Jan a baby shower even though he is not the father of her baby.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds…
5
SummaryMichael arranges for a fundraiser when the office is burglarized.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds you why The Office works.
6
SummaryAfter corporate finds out about Michael and Holly's relationship, they transfer Holly back to New Hampshire.Our TakeVery good, not the series' peak, but an hour that reminds you why The…
7
SummaryJim and Dwight are surprised by their low customer survey scores.Our TakeA solidly built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
8
Summary Andy and Oscar accompany Michael on a business trip to Canada; Pam gets bad news about her art class. Our Take A strong Michael episode with just enough sweetness…
9
SummaryMichael attempts to frame Toby when he returns to the office; Jim surprises Pam by purchasing his parents house.Our TakeThis one earns its reputation: tight writing, real stakes, and a…
10
SummaryThe office argues over what to buy with a surplus; Dwight tricks Angela.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
11
SummaryMichael turns the Office Christmas Party into an intervention for Meredith; Dwight makes money off of a popular children's toy.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the…
12
Summary Andy finally finds out about Dwight and Angela; Michael is called to corporate to discuss the branch’s success. Our Take The cold open with Michael's speaking fee is throwaway,…
13
SummaryMichael does research on a local family run company the Dunder Mifflin wants to buy out; The office debates the hotness of Hilary Swank.Our TakeThis one earns its reputation: tight…
14
SummaryDwight takes things to far during his fire drill.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
15
Summary Michael realizes he is what is causing people to stress out in the office so he arranges a roast. Our Take The roast half of this one is mostly…
16
Summary Pam accompanies Michael on a lecture circuit at other branches where they discover Karen is pregnant; Andy becomes infatuated with Stanley’s client. Our Take A surprisingly warm road trip…
17
Summary Michael and Pam head to Nashua so Michael can find closure with Holly. Our Take Michael's road trip with Pam keeps paying off here, and their odd-couple dynamic carries…
18
SummaryAfter a missed opportunity at a blood drive, Michael throws a Lonely Hearts Valentine's Day party; Jim and Pam go a double date with Bob and Phyllis.Our TakeVery good, not…
19
SummaryMichael's idea to hide golden tickets in shipments backfires and Michael asks Dwight to take the heat.Our TakeA solidly built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.
20
Summary The new supervisor clashes with Michael. Our Take A fun hour that finally gives Michael a boss he can't charm or manipulate, and Idris Elba plays the straight man…
21
Summary Michael decides to start his own paper company after giving his two week’s notice. Our Take A satisfying turning point for the season, mostly because Michael finally stops being…
22
Summary Michael and Pam set out to build their new company. Our Take A scrappy, surprisingly hopeful half hour that thrives on Michael and Pam's odd-couple energy as they chase…
23
SummaryTensions run high between Michael, Pam and Ryan as they try to get the new company off the ground; Charles asks Jim to complete a task.Our TakeThis one earns its…
24
Summary Michael and Dwight wag war over clients; Jim pretends to confide in Andy. Our Take Michael and Dwight feuding like bitter exes is reliably funny, and the client poaching…
25
Summary The Michael Scott Paper Company runs into financial trouble but Dunder Mifflin is worried about the clients they are losing. Our Take A tight, satisfying half hour that pays…
26
SummaryMichael, Pam and Ryan return to Dunder Mifflin; Some staff takes casual Friday too far; The other sales people are upset that they are not getting their clients back.Our TakeA…
27
Summary Michael tries to create a disco in his old Michael Scott Paper Company office. Our Take A silly, low-stakes half hour that coasts on pure charm, and honestly it…
28
Summary The staff attend the Dunder Mifflin company picnic. Our Take A surprisingly warm season-ender that splits its time between goofy volleyball antics and the genuinely sweet reunion of Michael…