Best Episodes Of The Office, Ranked

The Office is one of the greatest sitcoms ever made, and it needs no introduction. Michael Scott’s hilarious and cringey management style never got old, and the show remained engrossing to watch even after the lead character left the series.

The impeccable writing ensured that fans would have a great time laughing along to the many uncomfortable moments peppered throughout the experience. Some of the best episodes of The Office channel all the strengths that make this series so rewatchable.

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Casino Night

Michael Promotes Gambling In The Workplace With Hilarious Results

• Season 2, Episode 22
• IMDb Rating: 9.3

As Michael gets into his groove and starts going out on proper dates, fans can’t help but root for him to become a bumbling ladies’ man. Shades of this are seen in “Casino Night,” where Michael decides to organize an event at the office that involves a fair bit of gambling.

Ethical conundrums aside, what makes this episode so funny is watching Michael’s glee at the idea of two women fighting for him. This, coupled with the shenanigans of the other characters, helps Casino Night stand out as one of the best episodes of The Office.

7

Threat Level Midnight

Michael Scott’s Directorial Masterpiece Is Seen In All Its Entirety

• Season 7, Episode 16
• IMDb Rating: 9.3

Named for the legendary film directed by none other than Michael Scott himself, “Threat Level Midnight” is one of the funniest and most jovial episodes in the series. The entire office must try and hide their snickers as they pretend to appreciate Michael’s craft, only for his girlfriend to pull the rug out from under him.

However, he’s eventually convinced to show the movie to the office, leading to a heartwarming moment as everyone bonds over this movie’s ridiculous nature. Michael Scarn’s over-the-top spy adventures will remain in the minds of fans long after they’re finished watching this legendary episode.

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Niagara: Part 2

Jim And Pam Get Married On Their Terms

• Season 6, Episode 5
• IMDb Rating: 9.4

Pam and Jim’s wedding is meant to be a romantic and perfect affair, only for several hurdles to arise during this journey. However, their love is pure enough for them to take this romantic step on their terms no matter what.

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Watching them share their vows under the Niagara Falls is a beautiful moment, and the duo have no issues with the many problems that arise in the wedding after this tender moment. After all, they had already sealed the deal beforehand, and everything after that was a mere formality.

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A.A.R.M.

Poignant Character Interactions And A Hunt For A Ludicrous Position

• Season 9, Episode 22
• IMDb Rating: 9.4

The quest to find an Assistant to the Assistant to the Regional Manager inspires the name of this legendary episode, which is one of the best the final season has to offer. It precedes an emotional conclusion and is full of numerous narrative payoffs that fans had waited for since the seeds were sowed.

The interaction between Dwight and Jim is a huge part of what makes this episode so special, with Pam finally receiving the Christmas Card that she’d missed out on so many years ago. While Andy’s subplot may be rather forced, the rest of the episode is full of emotional heights and shows Dwight finally proposing to Angela for real.

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Dinner Party

One Of The Cringiest And Most Hilarious Episodes

• Season 4, Episode 9
• IMDb Rating: 9.4

Whenever people think about a classic episode of The Office, “Dinner Party” is the first thing that comes to mind. This hilarious episode shows Michael hosting one of the cringiest dinner parties of all time and exposes just how tense his relationship with Jan is.

This episode is full of narrative highlights that will leave fans in stitches, with Michael’s relentless vasectomies and his infamous flat-screen TV being some notable highlights. Episodes like these make it clear why many people consider Season 4 to be the best The Office has to offer.

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Stress Relief

A Side-Splitting Cold Open Sets The Stage For A Legendary Episode

• Season 5, Episode 13
• IMDb Rating: 9.7

Boasting a legendary cold open where Dwight sparks panic in the office, “Stress Relief” is arguably the best episode in the series in terms of pure comedy. The jokes don’t stop, with a simple resuscitation exercise turning into a musical sing-along that ends with Dwight carving up the doll in question.

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The jokes keep coming and make it clear why so many consider this to be The Office‘s funniest episode. Dwight’s eccentricities are on full display, and everyone is fed up despite knowing how much of an oddball he is.

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Goodbye, Michael

Michael’s Farewell Is An Emotional Affair

• Season 7, Episode 21
• IMDb Rating: 9.8

It’s a shame that Steve Carell had to leave The Office prematurely, but there’s a silver lining to all this. Fans were treated to a memorable farewell where this character got engaged to the love of his life and decided to move in with Holly.

The emotional goodbyes in this episode are touching, with Pam and Scott sharing one final moment at the airport before he leaves for good. While it has its fair share of jokes, this episode is memorable because of the emotions viewers feel after witnessing the exit of one of the greatest characters in sitcom history.

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Finale

The Show Ends With A Bang

• Season 9, Episode 23
• IMDb Rating: 9.8

Despite hitting a few stumbling blocks after Michael’s exit, The Office soldiered on and let fans enjoy an excellent final season full of hilarious moments and touching scenes. The finale was bound to be emotional, but seeing Michael Scott back shocked both Dwight and the audience considerably.

The fact that he only uttered two lines during the entire finale ensured that the spotlight wasn’t taken from the rest of the cast. Dwight and Angela get married, Pam and Jim take the next step in their relationship, Kelly and Ryan are as dysfunctional as ever, and the rest of the cast get to say farewell after letting fans enjoy one of the greatest sitcoms of all time.

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The Office

Release Date

2005 – 2012

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Network

NBC

Showrunner

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Greg Daniels

Directors

Greg Daniels, Paul Lieberstein, Paul Feig, Randall Einhorn, Ken Kwapis

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Writers

Mindy Kaling, Paul Lieberstein, Michael Schur, Ricky Gervais, Greg Daniels, B.J. Novak

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  Steve Carell

  Michael Scott

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  Rainn Wilson

  Dwight Schrute

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  John Krasinski

  Jim Halpert

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