
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.

When forced to pick a cheaper health care plan, Michael, rather than lose popularity points with his staff, shirks the responsibility to Dwight.

Michael tries to raise employee morale with a birthday party amid rumors of downsizing.

Michael and gang play the warehouse workers in a not-so-friendly game of basketball; Michael bets that the losers will have to work on Saturday.

Dwight, Michael and Jim all vie for the attention of an attractive woman who comes to the office to sell purses.