50 best episodes of The Office
Based on a two-season British workplace comedy of the same name, "The Office" debuted in 2005 to somewhat lackluster ratings. It seemed destined to be as short as the sitcom it was based on. Fast forward a few years and the team at the floundering Dunder Mifflin paper company managed to keep viewers laughing, lasting for nine seasons before wrapping up with a heartfelt finale in 2013.
Since then, "The Office" has won over even more audiences via its years-long presence on Netflix, which came to an end in 2020 when the series moved to the Peacock+ platform. No matter where the show has lived, though, its popularity has carried on—so much so, in fact, that NBCUniversal picked up a spin-off of "The Office" in May 2024, starring Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore. The beloved series has even gone Down Under, as an Australian version of "The Office" premiered in October 2024 to mixed reviews.
With its memorable characters, cringe-worthy moments, and incredible writing (including so many quotable lines), "The Office" is known and remembered for so many great reasons. Sitcoms today take a page out of this show's book, whether they're trying to make people laugh or cry. Its mockumentary style has been mimicked by other popular shows like "Parks and Recreation" and "Modern Family."
Several of "The Office" stars, like B.J. Novak and Mindy Kaling, contributed their writing skills to the show, providing a unique way of keeping viewers involved in some of the wackier scenarios. Those who didn't enjoy the pranks and slapstick as much as its cult fans likely stayed for the storied romance between Jim and Pam (or perhaps Dwight and Angela). The show's signature shock and awe was typically delivered by Steve Carell, who famously portrayed Dunder Mifflin regional manager Michael Scott for the first seven seasons of "The Office."
With 201 episodes, "The Office" offers a little something for all its fans. Stacker used IMDb ratings to rank the top 50 as of Nov. 3, 2024, to see which episodes had the most impact. (Ties were broken internally by IMDb.) You may notice that the more heartwarming episodes, rather than the funniest, make it closer to the top. Read on to see if your favorite episode made the list.
#50. Heavy Competition
- Season 5, Episode 22
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: April 16, 2009
The Michael Scott Paper company is in its prime, thanks to Dwight's secret meetings with Michael. Once they get into a fight, Michael steals Dwight's clients, and Dwight steals Michael's things from the supply closet.
Memorable quote: "Things are a little slow here. And there's only so much cold-calling you can do in a day. Turns out there's no limit to the number of cheese puffs you can throw at someone's face." -Pam
#49. Michael Scott Paper Company
- Season 5, Episode 21
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: April 9, 2009
Pam has been replaced. No, not in her relationship—she's a saleswoman at the Michael Scott Paper Company, and they've hired a new receptionist: Erin. Jim spends the whole day trying to figure out what a rundown is, and Dwight fosters a new friendship with Andy.
Memorable quote: "Well you know what my middle name is? Rajani Ghana! And I hate it! I hate it!" -Kelly
#48. Golden Ticket
- Season 5, Episode 17
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: March 12, 2009
Michael has a penchant for acting on movies he's seen (remember his obsession with "The Devil Wears Prada"?). This time it's "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory." Instead of thoroughly distributing the 10% discount "golden tickets," Michael's placement of all five tickets in the same shipment gives Dunder Mifflin's biggest client 50% off.
Memorable quote: "No, I'm sorry he's not back from the Civil Rights rally. I'll have him call you the minute he gets back from the Lincoln Memorial." -Pam
#47. Money
- Season 4, Episode 4
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: October 18, 2007
It's time for viewers to finally see Dwight's beet farm through the eyes of Jim and Pam at his B&B. Jim ends up giving Dwight advice on his breakup with Angela, which makes him realize how much he loves Pam. Jan and Michael's relationship isn't going as well, once they realize they're broke.
Memorable quote: "Darryl Philben is the most complicated man that I've ever met. I mean, who says exactly what they're thinking? What kind of game is that?" -Kelly
#46. Night Out
- Season 4, Episode 11
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: April 24, 2008
Michael and Dwight are taking a trip to New York, conveniently on the same night that the staff has to work until 9:00 p.m. (so they can avoid working on a Saturday). Unfortunately, the gates lock at a certain time and only Dwight has the key. Well, Dwight and an unfriendly security guard. Toby thinks this is a good time to hit on Pam. When he fails, he hops the fence and moves to Costa Rica.
Memorable quote: "Why are you assuming they only speak Spanish?" -Oscar
#45. Product Recall
- Season 3, Episode 20
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: April 26, 2007
What happens when a watermark featuring animal intercourse appears on high school prom invitations? Creed does some master manipulating to get out of this situation he caused as quality control manager. By the way, Andy's "girlfriend" happens to attend that high school.
Memorable quote: "A-wimowheh, a-wimowheh, a-wimowheh, a-wimowheh, a-wimowheh, a-wimowheh, a-wimowheh, a-wimowheh." -Jim
#44. Traveling Salesmen
- Season 3, Episode 12
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: January 11, 2007
The viewers finally get an in-depth look into Dwight and Angela's relationship—Angela is excited to tell Pam how Dwight drove all the way to New York to help her. Meanwhile, the salesmen pair up to do in-person sales calls. It seems like Dwight and Jim are still the perfect team.
Memorable quote: "Pam? Did I ever have a 'thing' for her? No, why? Did she say something?" -Jim
#43. Back from Vacation
- Season 3, Episode 11
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: January 4, 2007
It turns out Michael didn't go on his Sandals vacation alone after all. Unfortunately, a picture of him and Jan in Jamaica was sent to everyone in the office and made into a poster—one that Kevin got to keep.
Memorable quote: "I bet you would love all the details, wouldn't you, you skeevy little perv?" -Michael (to Toby)
#42. Branch Closing
- Season 3, Episode 7
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: November 9, 2006
But which branch? The employees of the office are either ecstatic or devastated that the Scranton branch is closing (Stanley is especially ready to retire) until the Stamford manager unexpectedly quits. Jim is coming back to Scranton, but Pam does not know that he's bringing Karen with him.
Memorable quote: Kelly says, "If I get to stay and Ryan is laid off, I will kill myself. Like Romeo and Juliet, the Claire Danes one."
#41. The Client
- Season 2, Episode 7
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: November 8, 2005
Christian (Tim Meadows) steals the spotlight during a meal with Jan and Michael at Chili's. This is also the beginning of Michael and Jan's relationship—she has to come back to the office the next morning to get her car.
Memorable quote: "I want my baby back, baby back, baby back-
[singing] Chili's baby back ribs…" -Michael and Christian
#40. Booze Cruise
- Season 2, Episode 11
- IMDb rating: 8.5
- Airdate: January 5, 2006
Michael thinks it's a good idea to go on a lake cruise with the whole staff... in January. What starts out as an awkward moment between Pam and Roy and Jim and Katy turns into a breakup for Jim. Who would he save if the ship was sinking? The receptionist, of course.
Memorable quote: "Well, if you like her so much, don't give up." -Michael
#39. Murder
- Season 6, Episode 10
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: November 12, 2009
Michael turns a hostile situation at Dunder Mifflin into a party with everyone playing a murder mystery game and talking in Southern accents. The game ends in the iconic standoff between Michael, Dwight, Andy and Pam.
Memorable quote: "They need this game, Jim. Let us have this stupid little game, alright?" -Michael
#38. The Surplus
- Season 5, Episode 9
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: December 4, 2008
The office is split down the middle on what to do with the budget surplus. Jim is leading those who want a new copier, while Pam is leading the group that wants chairs. Andy, Dwight and Angela are out planning the wedding, which turns into an actual marriage between Angela and Dwight.
Memorable quote: "Ever since Pam and I started dating, I just feel weird asking her to make copies for me. So, I make my own copies. And that copier sucks." -Jim
#37. The Duel
- Season 5, Episode 11
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: January 15, 2009
How long as Angela been with Dwight? Probably several years, including during her engagement with Andy. In this episode, she finally reveals her secret, and allows Andy and Dwight to engage in a duel over her. Turns out that all three of them are losers: Dwight is upset that Angela has slept with Andy, Andy is upset because he thought Angela was a virgin and Angela lost both men who were in love with her.
Memorable quote: "Yes, hi, my last name is Bernard, and I would like to cancel a wedding cake that I had ordered. B-E-R, N-A, R-D. Yeah, the one shaped like a sailboat." -Andy
#36. The Deposition
- Season 4, Episode 8
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: November 15, 2007
Michael appears as a witness against Dunder Mifflin when Jan sues them for wrongful termination. Everyone at the deposition gets a copy of Michael's diary, to Toby's great amusement. Back at the office, Jim tries to impress Pam with his ping-pong skills.
Memorable quote: "So you're asking me to defend your honor against Kelly? Bring me players." -Jim
#35. Local Ad
- Season 4, Episode 5
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: October 25, 2007
An advertising agency comes to help Michael make a Dunder Mifflin commercial, but it's too generic for his liking. They end up watching what Jim calls the "Michael Scott Director's Cut" out at a bar. Pam works on the logo animation all night.
Memorable quote: "Dunder Mifflin, the people person's paper people." -Employees
#34. Women's Appreciation
- Season 3, Episode 21
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: May 3, 2007
Phyllis is flashed by a man who looks a lot like Dwight, so Michael tries to boost morale by buying the women lingerie at the mall. Later, he tries to break up with Jan for only using him for sex.
Memorable quote: "Any man who says he totally understands women is a fool. Because they are un-understandable." -Michael
#33. Safety Training
- Season 3, Episode 19
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: April 12, 2007
Michael annoys the warehouse workers by interrupting their safety training. He later tries to make things more interesting by pretending to commit suicide. While he tests his trampoline, the employees place bets.
Memorable quote: "Mike, you're a very brave man. I mean, it takes courage just to be you, to get out of bed every single day knowing full well you gotta be you." -Darryl
#32. A Benihana Christmas
- Season 3, Episode 10
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: December 14, 2006
Carol Stills (Nancy Carell) and Michael break up in the opening of this episode, so when the guys go out to Benihana for lunch, he tries to pick up one of the waitresses. Pam and Karen form a friendship over planning the Christmas party, and Jim almost stops playing pranks with Pam. Fun Fact: Carol is played by Steve Carell's real-life wife.
Memorable quote: "Yup, looks like the Scranton people and the Stamford people are finally coming together. And that's what you want, right?" -Jim
#31. The Merger
- Season 3, Episode 8
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: November 16, 2006
The Scranton and Stamford branches merge under Michael's supervision, and Jim comes back to Scranton with his new girlfriend Karen. In one of the most cringe-inducing moments of season three, Michael attempts to lift an obese employee onto a table.
Memorable quote: "Scranton. What? The Electric City. Scranton. What? The Electric City. Scranton. What?" -Michael
#30. Conflict Resolution
- Season 2, Episode 21
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: May 4, 2006
Michael tries to solve everyone's problems by reading out HR complaints that employees have made about each other. Pam finds out that Jim is the one who complained about her wedding planning during work—prompting Jim to consider a transfer to Stamford.
Memorable quote: "Every Friday at 4, I have a standing appointment with Dwight for him to file a grievance against Jim. I tell him that I'm sending them to a special file in New York. This box is the special file in New York." -Toby
#29. The Dundies
- Season 2, Episode 1
- IMDb rating: 8.6
- Airdate: September 20, 2005
The second season begins with a memorable tradition: The Dundies, hosted by Michael Scott at Chili's. In the episode, written by Mindy Kaling, Michael's comedy set falls flat until a drunken Pam encourages him with a hilarious speech. Afterwards, she kisses Jim in front of everyone.
Memorable quote: "I feel God in this Chili's tonight." -Pam
#28. Gossip
- Season 6, Episode 1
- IMDb rating: 8.7
- Airdate: September 17, 2009
Stanley is having an affair. Kelly is anorexic. Andy is gay. Pam is pregnant. Do you remember which ones are true?
Memorable quote: "This is not the first time rumors about me being gay have come up. Twice before, actually. Just a weird coincidence... a little too weird. Almost makes you wonder if it's not a coincidence at all." -Andy
#27. Cafe Disco
- Season 5, Episode 25
- IMDb rating: 8.7
- Airdate: May 7, 2009
Michael refuses to work (shocker). He manages to get Phyllis to come to his "cafe disco" (the old Michael Scott Paper Company office), but she throws her back out. While Dwight attempts to heal her, Jim and Pam are planning to elope at a courthouse in Ohio. When they get dressed and ready to leave, they see everyone in the disco and realize they want a real wedding.
Memorable quote: "Oh, so this morning we are having breakfast together and I just looked up from my cereal and said, 'You know what I want to do today? I want to marry you.'" -Jim
#26. Weight Loss
- Season 5, Episode 1
- IMDb rating: 8.7
- Airdate: September 25, 2008
In Holly's first few days at the office, she mistakenly thinks Kevin is mentally challenged. The company-wide weight loss competition is going well—mainly for Stanley. Michael finds out that Jan is pregnant, but the baby is from a sperm donor. Jim can't stand being far away from Pam, who's at art school, and proposes to her at a rest stop halfway between New York and Scranton.
Memorable quote: "I don't know about anyone else, but it was a good summer for me. I lost seven pounds, and you know what? I'm just gonna take five days off anyway." -Stanley
#25. Fun Run
- Season 4, Episode 1
- IMDb rating: 8.7
- Airdate: September 27, 2007
Jim and Pam are finally dating—secretly. After multiple unlucky happenings at the office, Michael organizes a fun run. It's the least he can do after running over Meredith and finding out she has rabies.
Memorable quote: You have reached the offices of Dunder-Mifflin, Scranton. Currently the entire staff is out doing the Michael Scott, DM FM PMC Rabies Awareness Pro-Am Fun Run Race." -Pam
#24. The Return
- Season 3, Episode 13
- IMDb rating: 8.7
- Airdate: January 18, 2007
Oscar's back from his leave of absence, and Dwight is working extra-hard at Staples. Michael tries to win him back, and Jim and Karen fight over Jim's feelings for Pam.
Memorable quote: "I miss Dwight. Congratulations, universe. You win." -Jim
#23. Christmas Party
- Season 2, Episode 10
- IMDb rating: 8.7
- Airdate: December 6, 2005
Michael buys Ryan an iPod, which is way over the Secret Santa cost limit. Jim plans to tell Pam how he truly feels, until a game of Yankee Swap (or White Elephant) lands Pam a turn with the iPod. This episode was written by Michael Schur, otherwise known as Mose Schrute (Dwight's live-in cousin).
Memorable quote: "You shouldn't do things like that. The man is supposed to do that." -Dwight
#22. Classy Christmas
- Season 7, Episode 11
- IMDb rating: 8.8
- Airdate: December 9, 2010
Michael upends the Christmas party when he finds out that Holly is being transferred back to Scranton. The girls convince Holly to pressure her boyfriend into proposing, and of course Michael is on board. Meanwhile, Pam makes Jim the best gift ever. Will Jim win his epic snowball fight with Dwight?
Memorable quote: "When you got transferred, and I drove you up to Nashua, you said, "Michael, I love you, but I can't do this." But then, with this other guy, you don't have any problem with a long-distance relationship, do you?" -Michael
#21. Business School
- Season 3, Episode 16
- IMDb rating: 8.8
- Airdate: February 15, 2007
Ryan invites Michael to his business school to speak. Embarrassed at his failure in doing so, Michael moves Ryan to the annex. Dwight attempts to catch a live bat loose in the office and all the employees go home instead of attending Pam's art show.
Memorable quote: "It is... a message. It is an inspiration, it is... a source of beauty. And without paper, it could not have happened. Unless, you had a camera." -Michael
#20. Michael's Last Dundies
- Season 7, Episode 20
- IMDb rating: 8.9
- Airdate: April 21, 2011
Michael is training new manager Deangelo Vickers (Will Ferrell) to co-host The Dundies—and he's far from a natural. Erin uses the opportunity to break up with Gabe in public, and the night ends with a surprise song for Michael.
Memorable quote: "Oh my god, something's happening." -Michael
#19. Company Picnic
- Season 5, Episode 26
- IMDb rating: 8.9
- Airdate: May 14, 2009
Lots of relationship drama in this episode: Dwight's not happy with Angela, Michael reunites with Holly for the best skit ever and Pam and Jim find out some great news. You don't have to hear the dialogue, you just have to see Jim's face when he finds out.
Memorable quote: "I think that we are one of those couples with a long story." -Michael
#18. The Negotiation
- Season 3, Episode 18
- IMDb rating: 8.9
- Airdate: April 5, 2007
After Roy and Pam officially break up (see "Cocktails") Roy bursts into the office to try and beat up Jim. Dwight saves the day with pepper spray, and Jim decides that witnessing Dwight and Angela making out at work makes them even.
Memorable quote: "I remember it was very late at night, like 11, 11:30. Big fella comes in screamin' about God knows what. I think maybe Halpert had stolen his car." -Creed
#17. Gay Witch Hunt
- Season 3, Episode 1
- IMDb rating: 8.9
- Airdate: September 21, 2006
In this dramatic third season opener, Michael tries to make up for calling Oscar a homosexual slur and outing him to the whole office. Viewers also learn what happened after Jim and Pam's casino night kiss: the wedding with Roy is off. Too bad Jim is all the way in Stamford.
Memorable quote: "Whenever you come into the office I want you to think about this. [kisses Oscar] I did it. See. I'm still here." -Michael
#16. Livin' the Dream
- Season 9, Episode 21
- IMDb rating: 9.0
- Airdate: May 2, 2013
After a few months of back and forth, Jim has decided to go back to Scranton full-time. Andy is about to quit his job at Dunder Mifflin, and Angela has reached her lowest point without the love of her life (Dwight, not the Senator).
Memorable quote: "Yesterday I was just your average, ordinary paper salesman with a farm and a bunch of pipe dreams about beet fuel. Today, I leave here a regional manager with a black belt." -Dwight
#15. Beach Games
- Season 3, Episode 22
- IMDb rating: 9.0
- Airdate: May 10, 2007
Michael thinks he's leaving Scranton to be promoted, so he makes the employees compete in a series of challenges on the beach to replace him. Pam uses this time to express her feelings after the turmoil of her and Jim's relationship. She is the only one to walk across a bed of hot coals, and the only one who cares enough about Michael to stop him from doing it.
Memorable quote: "There were a lot of reasons to call off my wedding. But the truth is, I didn't care about any of those reasons until I met you." -Pam
#14. The Injury
- Season 2, Episode 12
- IMDb rating: 9.0
- Airdate: January 12, 2006
Michael likes to wake up to the smell of fresh bacon—but having a hot grill next to your bed can only lead to disaster. When Dwight rushes to help Michael with his burned foot, he gets a concussion and starts being extra-nice to Pam.
Memorable quote: "I ground up four extra-strength aspirin and put them in Michael's pudding. I do the same thing with my dog to get him to take his heartworm medicine." -Ryan
#13. Niagara: Part 1
- Season 6, Episode 4
- IMDb rating: 9.2
- Airdate: October 8, 2009
After a failed attempt to get married in Ohio, the Jim-Pam saga has finally reaches a wedding. What could possibly go wrong? Good thing Jim has a fantastic plan B.
Memorable quote: "I got the room the night before you guys. I'll break in the bed." -Andy
#12. Broke
- Season 5, Episode 23
- IMDb rating: 9.2
- Airdate: April 23, 2009
When David Wallace realizes that the Michael Scott Paper Company is actually a threat to Dunder Mifflin, he offers to buy them out; first for $15,000, then $60,000. But Michael would rather have everyone back at Dunder Mifflin, with Pam as a salesperson.
Memorable quote: "I don't care if Ryan murdered his entire family, he is like a son to me." -Michael
#11. Goodbye, Toby
- Season 4, Episode 14
- IMDb rating: 9.2
- Airdate: May 15, 2008
Toby is off to Costa Rica and Michael couldn't be happier. Jim uses this opportunity to propose to Pam, but is upstaged by Andy and Angela.
Memorable quote: "Come tomorrow, feel no pain! Feel no pain! Toby! Toby! Tobee-yy! Toby's goin' away! See ya! He's outta here! See ya! He's outta here!" -Michael
#10. The Job
- Season 3, Episode 23
- IMDb rating: 9.2
- Airdate: May 17, 2007
Jim, Michael and Karen are all up for Jan's job—unbeknownst to Jan. But when Jim sees an encouraging note from Pam during his interview, he rushes back to Scranton to ask her on a date. Viewers truly loved the Jim and Pam storyline. Actor Jenna Fischer loved it too.
Memorable quote: "I bet Jim got the job. I mean, why wouldn't he? He's totally qualified, and smart, everyone loves him and if he never comes back again, that's okay. We're friends." -Pam
#9. Garage Sale
- Season 7, Episode 18
- IMDb rating: 9.3
- Airdate: March 24, 2011
Michael is the worst at planning, but when he realizes he wants to propose to Holly, he needs everyone's help. They use candles from the company garage sale to put on an incredible moment for Holly—only to find out that the couple is moving to Colorado to be near Holly's parents. Only a few more episodes until "Goodbye, Michael."
Memorable quote: "Holly Flax, marrying me will you be?" -Michael
#8. Threat Level Midnight
- Season 7, Episode 16
- IMDb rating: 9.3
- Airdate: February 17, 2011
After 10 fictional years of shooting seven seasons of the show, here is Michael's debut film: "Threat Level Midnight." And it's funnier than Dunder Mifflin employees reading Michael's screenplay a few seasons ago. Every employee makes an appearance. Don't laugh, though; it'll upset Michael.
Memorable quote: "I did not love the dialogue. Or the character. I took the role to impress a receptionist who will remain nameless." -Jim
#7. Casino Night
- Season 2, Episode 22
- IMDb rating: 9.3
- Airdate: May 11, 2006
Jim tells Pam he is in love with her. It's possible that viewers gave this episode a 9.2 rating just for that reason.
Memorable quote: "Why did I talk to Jan about transferring? Well, you know... I have no future here." -Jim
#6. Niagara: Part 2
- Season 6, Episode 5
- IMDb rating: 9.4
- Airdate: October 8, 2009
This originally aired as one hour-long episode recounting Pam and Jim's wedding. In part two, Jim and Pam return from their mysterious disappearance. The guests hijack the wedding by recreating a popular YouTube video, where everyone dances down the aisle.
Memorable quote: "The church was Plan B and Plan A was marrying her a long, long time ago. Pretty much the day I met her." -Jim
#5. A.A.R.M.
- Season 9, Episode 22
- IMDb rating: 9.4
- Airdate: May 9, 2013
That stands for Assistant to the Assistant to the Regional Manager. In the second-to-last episode of the series, things are coming full-circle. Dwight proposes to Angela, Darryl officially leaves Dunder Mifflin for Athlead and Jim finally gives Pam the note he wrote her for Secret Santa. The staff finally gets to watch the documentary made from their footage.
Memorable quote: "Not enough for me? You are everything." -Jim
#4. Dinner Party
- Season 4, Episode 9
- IMDb rating: 9.4
- Airdate: April 10, 2008
In what is often regarded as the greatest episode of "The Office," Michael finally has his favorite couple over for dinner. Michael and Jan spend the entire night firing incredibly passive jabs at each other, and dinner seems like the last thing on everyone's minds. There are endless memorable quotes, but here's a classic:
Memorable quote: "Snip-snap! Snip-snap! Snip-snap! You have no idea the physical toll that three vasectomies have on a person." -Michael
#3. Stress Relief
- Season 5, Episode 13
- IMDb rating: 9.7
- Airdate: February 1, 2009
Fans all over social media quote and repost videos of this iconic two-part episode. Dwight starts a fire in the office, and hilarity ensues when no one knows what to do until Stanley has a heart attack. The employees get to roast Michael for causing them stress, and he roasts them right back in the end.
Memorable quote: "Kevin, I can't decide between a fat joke and a dumb joke. Boom. Roasted." -Michael
#2. Finale
- Season 9, Episode 23
- IMDb rating: 9.8
- Airdate: May 16, 2013
While this episode is not always regarded as the funniest, it is seen as a nearly perfect ending to the show. Michael makes a surprise appearance for Dwight and Angela's wedding, Erin meets her parents, Andy finally gets a fan base and Pam surprises Jim one last time—they're moving to Austin to chase their dreams. The episode gets a 9.7 simply because it makes people cry.
Memorable quote: "But all in all, I think an ordinary paper company like Dunder Mifflin was a great subject for a documentary. There's a lot of beauty in ordinary things. Isn't that kind of the point?" -Pam
#1. Goodbye, Michael
- Season 7, Episode 21
- IMDb rating: 9.8
- Airdate: April 28, 2011
Michael Scott is leaving for Colorado early, so no one has a chance to say goodbye. Except Pam, of course, who rushes to the airport. "I just think it was time for my character to go," Steve Carell said in an interview with BBC Radio.
Memorable quote: "The people that you work with, are just, when you get down to it, your very best friends." -Michael
