Top 10 Best Episodes of The Office (US)

Few shows have mastered the balance of awkward humor, heartfelt moments, and absolute chaos quite like The Office (US). From its early days as a small workplace comedy to becoming one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time, this series delivered some of the funniest and most memorable episodes in TV history. But which ones stand out above the rest? That's where you come in.

This list is all about the episodes that made you laugh the hardest, cringe the most, or maybe even tear up a little. Some are filled with absurd antics from Michael Scott, while others showcase the legendary pranks between Jim and Dwight. You've got episodes that are packed with ridiculous office shenanigans, over-the-top parties, and unexpected emotional moments that hit harder than you'd expect from a show about selling paper.
The Top Ten
The Injury Michael burns his foot on a George Foreman Grill and demands attention from the office. Meanwhile, Dwight sustains a concussion and exhibits strange behavior.

I think it's so funny how Dwight is so nice and Michael is so mean. Dwight puking on his car, Jim spraying Dwight, Pam and Dwight becoming best friends. Hilarious!

Reason for visit? Concussion... Why? What did you write? Taking someone to the hospital.
What's worse, a head injury or a foot injury? Head. Well, you haven't seen the foot.

Hilarious! Love it when Michael tries to lure Pam into buttering his foot... With Country Crock!

Dinner Party Michael and Jan invite Jim, Pam, Andy, and Angela to their home for an uncomfortable evening. Tensions rise as Jan's erratic behavior and the couple's dysfunctional relationship become apparent.

I have watched this so many times it makes me cry from laughing so hard. Sometimes I come up here and just smell all my candles! I'm the devil! She is! You know, Pam, the Spanish typically don't eat dinner until midnight... When in Rome!

I often come back to this episode, and it never fails to make me laugh. Jan and Michael are so uncomfortable. It really shows how dysfunctional their relationship is. But the interactions between the characters are just hilarious!

This episode is unreal. Some of the best writing in the entire series is packed into The Dinner Party. Practically everything said in this episode has some kind of brilliant humor to it.

Stress Relief Dwight stages a fire drill that spirals out of control, causing chaos and panic in the office. In response, Michael organizes a stress relief seminar that only increases anxiety.

Michael: Stanley, you will not die! Stanley, Stanley, you will not die! Barack is president! You are black, Stanley! I'm gonna give him mouth to mouth.

Jim: No, don't give him mouth to mouth for this.

Michael: *makes Stanley eat his wallet* Chew, don't swallow! *the officemates try to get Michael off Stanley's chest* I'm fine! Leave me alone!

Best scene in the episode:
Instructor: Are they breathing?
Michael: No, they are not breathing! In fact, they have no arms or legs. If we come across someone with no arms or legs, should we even bother resuscitating them?
Kevin: I would want to live with no legs.
Michael: What about with no arms? Wait, no arms and legs is pretty much how you live right now, Kevin. You never do anything.

Diversity Day Corporate sends a diversity trainer to the Scranton branch after Michael performs an offensive impression. His attempts to run his own diversity seminar only make the situation worse.

Michael Scott: Stanley, I don't look at you as another race... First season, second episode.

Threat Level Midnight Michael screens his long-awaited action film, "Threat Level Midnight," featuring himself as Agent Michael Scarn. The employees react with varying degrees of enthusiasm as they watch his over-the-top production.

Michael Scarn killing Oscar's character but Oscar still blinking, the opening, the Scarn, Karen's one line, Todd Packer's one line, "On your marks. Get set. DIE!!", Toby's character's death (by far, the most expensive shot in the movie, but it was integral to the story), the President turning out to be evil (but that being thrown away at the ending), Samuel turning out to be a robot, any Goldenface scene, Michael spilling the coffee on Samuel...

How could this not be the best episode?

Oh gosh, I can remember this:

Jump to the right and you shake that hand
Jump to the left and you shake that hand
Meet new friends
Tie some yarn
That's how you do the Scarn!

Basketball Michael arranges a basketball game between the office workers and the warehouse staff. The game becomes competitive as Michael underestimates the warehouse team and makes questionable player selections.

Funny because of how bad Michael stinks at basketball (and Dwight's face mask). The best part is when Michael throws the ball to the top of the warehouse and hits a metal pipe.

The funniest one is really The Convict. Basketball is second.

Just pure office comedy! I miss watching episodes like this.

Gay Witch Hunt Michael unintentionally outs Oscar as gay and struggles to handle the situation appropriately. His misguided efforts to demonstrate acceptance lead to further awkwardness.

This episode is by far the best! Dwight: "Jim says you can buy gay-dar online!" And when Jim sends Dwight the gay-dar in the mail. Priceless!

"I don't call retarded people retards. I call my friends retards... When they are acting retarded." Pure Michael Scott! Hilarious.

Michael kisses Oscar. Any more needed? No.

Safety Training Darryl gives the office staff a warehouse safety demonstration, highlighting the dangers of physical labor. In response, Michael attempts to prove that office work is just as dangerous, leading to a misguided stunt.

This episode brought both iconic hilarious scenes and was a turning point in Michael's plot: realizing that he isn't perfect and turning it into a comical and beautiful moment by roasting the other employees.

Also, this episode brought an important turning point in Jim and Pam's relationship that connected us more to the realistic couple.

This episode marked the transition from having an uncomfortable and awkward boss to having a loving and affectionate boss that the employees appreciated, and it was done in both an emotional and incredibly comical way.

Beach Games Michael organizes a series of competitive challenges at the beach, secretly using them to determine his successor. Meanwhile, Pam gains confidence and speaks openly about her feelings.
A.A.R.M. Dwight holds tryouts for an Assistant to the Assistant to the Regional Manager while Jim helps him realize his true feelings for Angela. Meanwhile, the documentary crew prepares to release the long-awaited footage.

After seeing every episode, this was by far my favorite. It had Jim messing with Dwight, a beautiful Pam and Jim moment that I just want to watch over and over, an amazing Angela and Dwight moment, and to top it off, the greatest send-off (after Michael) with Darryl that is hilarious.

A great, calm way to show the characters before their final episode!

The Newcomers

? Product Recall A printing error on Dunder Mifflin's paper leads to a company-wide crisis, forcing the office to handle public relations damage control. Meanwhile, Jim impersonates Dwight, leading to a prank-filled day.
? Livin' the Dream Andy decides to pursue his dream of becoming an actor, leaving his position at Dunder Mifflin. Meanwhile, Dwight receives a long-awaited promotion.
The Contenders
Murder Michael organizes a murder-mystery game to distract the office from rumors of Dunder Mifflin's financial troubles. As the game escalates, some employees take their roles too seriously while others grow concerned about the company's fate.

I love the face Andy makes when Kevin asks out Erin while they were role-playing. And when Kevin asks Andy to do the Swedish Chef impression.

Every character has a very funny role in this episode... Down in Savannah... Love voodoo mama juju.

It wasn't my fault. I was exposed to Harry Potter.

The Dundies Michael hosts the annual Dundie Awards at a Chili's restaurant, where employees receive humorous and sometimes awkward honors. The night takes a turn as Pam, fueled by drinks, fully embraces the event.

Is there anything funnier than Phyllis's award with the misspelling bushiest beaver instead of busiest beaver? I lose it every time I see this one!

The Job Michael, Jim, and Karen interview for a corporate position at Dunder Mifflin, each hoping for a promotion. Meanwhile, Jan faces an unexpected change in her career and relationship with Michael.
The Fire A fire forces the employees to evacuate the building, leaving them in the parking lot. As they wait, Jim initiates games and discussions that highlight workplace dynamics.
Niagara The office travels to Niagara Falls for Jim and Pam's wedding, where guests are asked to avoid mentioning Pam's pregnancy. The ceremony takes an unexpected turn when the couple secretly marries on a boat before the planned event.

All those moments of anticipation of Jim and Pam getting together finally come to this, and that scene when they're on the boat and Pam's head is on Jim's shoulder, that's what made the show. I love this episode!

The most romantic episode and insanely heart-warming. Getting married before the church at Niagara Falls got me tearing up.

Fun Run Michael organizes a charity fun run for rabies awareness after accidentally hitting Meredith with his car. Meanwhile, Jim and Pam quietly navigate their new relationship while Dwight takes drastic action regarding Angela's cat.

This is the episode where it is confirmed that Jim and Pam are FINALLY together!

"The Michael Scott Scranton Meredith Palmer Celebrity Rabies Awareness Memorial ProAm Race for the cure."
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"Myth, 3 Americans die every year from rabies. Fact, 4 Americans die every year from rabies."
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"Darryl: Look how happy he is!
Michael: He's happy because he's insane."
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"Do I need to be liked? I like to be liked. I enjoy being liked. I have to be liked. But it's not, like, this compulsive need to be liked, like my need to be praised."
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"Michael: And the doctors tried to save her life... And she's going to be alright.
Stanley: What is wrong with you? Why did you have to phrase it like that?"
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"Look, I don't know what your deal is but he's mine, okay? So, hands off."
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"Kevin: Who's 'we'? You and Jim?
Pam: No, me, Stanley, and Phyllis, so far.
Kevin: Oh... I bet Jim goes too.
Pam: Yeah, I haven't asked him yet.
Kevin: Oh... I bet you'll ask.
Pam: I was planning on it.
Kevin: Oh... I bet you were.
Oscar: Subtle."
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"Guess what, I have flaws. What are they? I don't know. I sing in the shower. I sometimes spend too much time volunteering. Occasionally, I'll hit somebody with my car. So, sue me. No, don't sue me. That's opposite of the point, I was trying to make."
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"Look into the face of rabies. That should scare you, it scares me."
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"It's not fair to people with rabies. And that is what we should be thinking... more

The Alliance Dwight and Jim form a secret alliance ahead of downsizing rumors, though Jim uses it to play pranks. Meanwhile, the office prepares for Meredith's birthday party.
Goodbye, Toby Michael eagerly celebrates Toby's departure with an extravagant party and hires a new HR representative, Holly. Meanwhile, Jim plans to propose to Pam, but Andy unexpectedly steals the moment.

One of the best season finales. Toby's leaving for Costa Rica, Holly makes her first appearance, Andy proposes to Angela when Jim was going to propose to Pam. Angela is caught cheating on Andy with Dwight by Phyllis. Most eventful Office episode ever.

Kevin being "retarded", Michael forcing himself to be nice to Toby, Jan getting knocked up, Andy beating big Tuna to the punch on proposing, Ryan getting fired, etc... This episode has it all!

Extremely funny. Has a good, intriguing plot in this episode.
Very charming appearance of Holly.

Casino Night Michael hosts a casino-themed fundraiser in the warehouse, where he awkwardly navigates his feelings for Jan and Carol. Meanwhile, Jim confesses his love to Pam, leading to an emotional moment.

Obvious choice. Michael is great in this episode. Creed at the end winning the fridge was also funny.

Finale A year after the documentary airs, the employees reunite for Dwight and Angela's wedding. The episode reflects on their lives, past relationships, and future plans as they say goodbye to the office.

Michael comes back for Dwight's wedding, Erin finds her birth parents, Angela gets married to Dwight, Kevin and Toby get fired, Jim and Pam leave for Texas, Oscar runs for State Senate, Stanley retires, Creed gets arrested. A great way to end the series.

By far my favorite and the most beautiful episode.

Business School Ryan invites Michael to speak at his business school class, where Michael reacts poorly to student criticism. Meanwhile, a bat in the office causes chaos among the employees.

The vampire episode, and Michael showing up to Pam's art show. One of the classics!

The Merger The Stamford branch merges with Scranton, bringing new employees into the office. Adjustments and culture clashes arise as the two groups integrate.
Goodbye, Michael Michael spends his last day at Dunder Mifflin giving personal goodbyes to his coworkers without revealing he is leaving early. Jim and Pam realize the significance of his quiet exit after he is gone.

I cried. They should have ended the show after this episode.
Michael's last words:

"This feels good to get this off my chest. That's what she said. Bye."

It's sad, warm, and funny all at the same time. Love it when Pam catches up with Michael at the airport.

This episode is the most emotional in the series and is a good way to wrap up the run of Michael Scott as manager of Dunder Mifflin.

Office Olympics With Michael out finalizing his condo purchase, Jim organizes a series of office games for the employees. The lighthearted competition lifts morale and provides a break from routine work.

This episode was so good that during the show's finale, they referenced still having their medals (yogurt lids) from this episode.

Conflict Resolution Michael attempts to mediate workplace disputes but only makes tensions worse. Meanwhile, Jim discovers that Dwight has been filing secret complaints against him.

I love how there is a whole separate file for Michael, and there is a box for Dwight so it will be shipped to the head offices.

He is so clueless!

Michael: Someone complained that the men's room is white only. Stanley, you know that's not true.
Creed: Then why is there a picture of a white man on the door?

Laugh out loud.

You see the best of Jim's pranks on Dwight!
Dwight: Today I hit myself in the head with a phone.
Jim: Yeah, that one took a while.

Haha!

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