Andy has lost every woman he ever goes after, and his would-be relationship with Erin is no different. Yet, unlike Angela (Angela Kinsey), there is actually some hope that Andy can get Erin back from Gabe (Zach Woods). In this week's episode, Erin was once again losing a game of Scrabble to Gabe, which meant that Gabe got to choose their movie night film, and he never chooses anything Erin wants to see. Unlike Gabe, Andy understands Erin, they have complementary interests, and Andy would let her take as many turns choosing as she wants. Gabe and Erin have been portrayed as not working too well, which can only mean one thing: a happy ending is not out of the question for Andy and Erin. Andy just needs some more confidence to win her back, something he was building this week with the seminar he held this week.
Dwight has undergone enormous growth. As owner of the building that they all work in, Dwight tried his own tricks and crazy leadership 'skills.'
They failed. He tried outmaneuvering Andy again this week, and again, he failed. Dwight is at his best when he is actually showing compassion and bonding with the other characters, especially Pam. While a Dwight - Angela rekindling, which I have hoped for, is apparently not in the offing anytime soon, Dwight is showing real feelings of fondness for most of his co-workers. The gradual softening of Dwight has been a triumph, but he still has a long way to go. I just don't see his changes to this point being enough to get him the boss's job, despite his British counterpart having become Brent's replacement.
The above are only some of the great characters showcased in the series, and The Office is as good as its ever been. Please watch it Thursday nights at 9pm on NBC.
Article comments
1 - El Bicho
David Brent's appearance doesn't make the US Office a spin-off. Plus, it was an Easter egg for fans. Complaining about what it wasn't misses the point entirely
2 - Jerome Wetzel
In your opinion. I respectfully disagree on both counts.
3 - Michael J
By no practical definition does Gervais's cameo make The Office a spin-off. Spin-Off's focus on an existing character, location, or time periods of the original show. The Office is a reboot that cameo'd a character from the original show.
On another note, every scene with Gabe is absolutely awful and he pull the show down. They need to write him out quickly. He has no purpose and feels forced.
4 - Jerome Wetzel
It is a spin-off because using the David Brent character positively confirms that both shows take place in the same universe. It was not spun off as the beginning as most shows are, but it is a spin-off nevertheless.
And I like Gabe!
5 - kmd
I disagree.I,too wish David Brent had been on longer but we knew that wasn't gonna happen.For the minute or two he was on,very funny,especially the "that's what she said" line.Michael Scott teared up then he hugged Brent like a lost soul mate.Plus the question "any jobs opening up?',"No nothing right now",kind of a wink,wink.Cheers.
6 - Michael J
Just having David Brent appear in an episode doesn't make it a spin-off even if both shows DO take place in the same universe. There are endless examples of another tv show character having cameo appearances in completely different tv show. Doesn't make one a spin-off of the other.
Back to Gabe, his only apparent purpose is to act as a speed bump for Andy and Erin. He is essentially a forced version Roy, but more annoying and has a Creed-like job position.
7 - Jerome Wetzel
To use a well known example of spin-off, look at the Star Trek universe. Star Trek: Voyager did not contain any major characters in major parts from other Star Trek shows at the onset, but it was still considered a spin-off. Doing some research, it appears there is no set definition for what makes a spin-off, so it will come down to our personal opinions. Because of the crossover character, the related (same) title, and the same universe definition, I choose to believe it is one. I think we will just have to agree to disagree.
As to Gabe, there are some important distinctions between him and Roy. The biggest is that Gabe is a main character, contracted to continue appearing on the show. Roy was not, merely a recurring guest star. I think Gabe will have story after he and Erin end. He was there because Kathy Bates couldn't be every week, and he's their connection to the company owners.
8 - Costello
Never heard of a spin off used the way you are trying to. Having the same name obviously means it's a remake like the movies.
Plus, Voyager is a different than the Office. It's the further adventures of ships and members of Starfleet and the show is made by the same company. you can disagree but you're wrong.
9 - Jerome Wetzel
In your opinion. Which was my point.
10 - El Bicho
Just did a google search and after a few pages can't find anyone else who calls The Office a spin-off. You can't make up your own definition and then tell everyone else they have a different opinion. That's not the way it works.
I agree with Costello that the Voyager/Office comparison doesn't fit.
11 - Jerome Wetzel
El Bicho - I did plenty of google searches on spin-offs before defending my comment. There is no standard, accepted definition. I came across quite a few different ones. I didn't make a definition up. I'd appreciate if you'd stop accusing me of things you can't back up, or writing comments that are just plain rude.
12 - Costello
My son has a friend who works at Paramount. Had him inquire and Bobby says you are wrong about this being spinoff. It's a remake