The ULTIMATE Office Iceberg - Easter Eggs, Theories, and More!

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The UK version of The Office is based on a show created by Ricky Gervais, who also appeared in the American version as David Brent. The show had various interesting facts, including changes in characters, real-life products used, and behind-the-scenes insights.

Insights

  • Ricky Gervais, creator of the UK version of The Office, also made cameo appearances as David Brent in the American adaptation, showcasing a unique connection between the two iterations of the show.
  • Michael Scott's character underwent significant changes from Season 1 to enhance his likability and relatability, emphasizing the importance of character development in creating a successful and engaging narrative.

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Recent questions

  • What is the origin of the quote "That's what she said" in The Office?

    The quote "That's what she said" was not original to The Office but was used by show writer BJ Novak from college.

  • Who was a popular suspect as the Scranton Strangler in The Office?

    Toby was a popular suspect as the Scranton Strangler among fans of The Office.

  • What was the most-streamed show in 2020?

    The Office was the most-streamed show in 2020, accumulating over 57 billion minutes of viewing time.

  • What caused a six-month gap in season 4 of The Office?

    The writers' strike in 2007 caused a six-month gap between episodes 8 and 9 of season 4 of The Office.

  • What did Steve Carell refuse to do during the writers' strike?

    Steve Carell refused to work without the writers during the writers' strike, leading to financial losses for the studio.

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Summary

00:00

"The Office: From UK to US"

  • The UK office is based on the 2001 British show created by Ricky Gervais, who also played the boss, David Brent.
  • Ricky Gervais made two cameo appearances in the American version of The Office as David Brent.
  • "That's what she said" quote, popular in the show, was not original to The Office but was used by show writer BJ Novak from college.
  • Some actors on the show kept their real names for their characters due to their original minor roles.
  • Michael Scott's character underwent significant changes from Season 1 to make him more likable and relatable.
  • Billy Eilish's song "My Strange Addiction" sampled "The Scarn" from The Office, with NBC's approval.
  • The Office had webisodes, with "The Accountants" winning a Daytime Emmy Award and a Webby award.
  • In 2020, The Office was the most-streamed show, accumulating over 57 billion minutes of viewing time.
  • The identity of the Scranton Strangler has been a long-debated topic among fans, with Toby being a popular suspect.
  • The first season of The Office was filmed in a real office building before a replica was made for Season 2.

12:58

"The Office: Behind the Scenes Secrets"

  • Paul avoided being in front of the camera by not appearing in episodes he wrote
  • A skit with cameos was featured in the 2011 Emmys, including Crystal Beth and Call of Duty in Jim's room
  • Jim pretended to be bad at Call of Duty to bond with Karen
  • Original title sequence songs considered were "Better Things," "Float On," and "Mr. Blue Sky"
  • Greg Daniels initially titled the show "The Office: An American Workplace"
  • TripAdvisor has reviews for Shrute Farms, where fans can stay
  • Angela may have had an affair with Roy, explaining her behavior towards Pam
  • Jim wore a wig in season 3 due to a movie role, with help from the show's hair stylist
  • Michael rode a bike into the office in season 3 but forgot how to in season 7
  • Kevin wears reading glasses only for poker, despite being an accountant

26:25

"The Office Trivia Revealed in Text"

  • The deciding choice between two versions of a scene was made by the editing building security guard, who preferred the sound version.
  • Three out of four Anchorman actors appeared in the office, with Paul Rudd being the only one missing.
  • Pam initially denies being a cheerleader in high school, with Roy calling her "artsy fartsy," but later reveals she played volleyball well in junior high, high school, and even attended volleyball camp.
  • Gabe is terrified of cockroaches but enjoys creepy movies, while Oscar discovers a hardwood floor under his carpet after Dwight fires a gun.
  • Pam warns Jim about his life changing after meeting his new desk mate Dwight, implying she was already working there, contradicting Jim's earlier statement about having a crush on her when she first started.
  • Jenna Fischer kept Pam's engagement ring, and Jon kept the teapot and Dunder Mifflin sign from the set after the show ended.
  • Dwight acquires David Wallace's chair, and the color palettes of the Michael Scott Paper Company and Dunder Mifflin executives match during a meeting.
  • Michael's fish changes every episode during the Michael Scott Paper Company storyline, symbolizing his inability to keep fish alive.
  • The show used real Scranton products like Crystal Club soda and Yuengling beer to maintain authenticity.
  • The writers' strike in 2007 caused a six-month gap between episodes 8 and 9 of season 4, with Steve Carell refusing to work without the writers, leading to financial losses for the studio.

39:21

"The Office: Absurdity, Safari, and Radon Theories"

  • Dwight's idea at Niagara Falls was inspired by Greg Daniels, involving Roy interrupting the wedding dressed as a white knight, which was rejected by Pam, leading to Dwight wanting to jump over the falls with a horse.
  • Steve Carell pointed out the absurdity of the scene during a table read, leading to its eventual abandonment.
  • Phyllis recounts a safari incident involving Bob Vance running over a person and bribing the airport to escape.
  • Michael's family owns Coopers, with Michael's half-sister cutting him off for losing his nephew Luke, leading to his frequent visits to the restaurant.
  • The office uses horizontal blinds instead of vertical ones to avoid distractions and issues for viewers.
  • The theory suggests that Creed is searching for the Loch Ness monster for riches and that Stanley's hentai pictures question his character.
  • Toby's mention of radon poisoning hints at a theory that the gas may be affecting the characters' behavior, leading to more cartoonish actions in later seasons.
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