
This U.S. adaptation -- set at a paper company based in Scranton, Pa. -- has a similar documentary style to that of the Ricky Gervais-led British original. It features the Dunder-Mifflin staff, which includes characters based on roles in the British show -- and, quite possibly, people with whom you work in your office. There's Jim, the likable employee who's a bit of an every man. Jim has a thing for receptionist-turned-sales-rep Pam -- because office romances are always a good idea! There's also Dwight, the co-worker who is successful but devoid of social skills and common sense.

Michael tries to be supportive after learning that a new employee is an ex-convict; the staff compares the office to a prison.

Strife on the party-planning committee results in two competing Christmas parties; Michael gets dumped for the holidays.

Strife on the party-planning committee results in two competing Christmas parties; Michael gets dumped for the holidays.

Michael returns from his Jamaican vacation; an e-mail of a racy vacation photo makes the rounds of the office.