Where to start withThe Office
6 versions · originally a series, 2005
Themes: Office life, Everyday life, Eccentric characters, Cringe humor, Romance.
Start with The Office (Greg Daniels, 2005) — the series. The Office exists in 6 versions across media, beginning as a series in 2005; each is ranked below by what it does best.
The Office explores the absurd, mundane, and often cringeworthy dynamics of everyday workplace life under an unqualified, eccentric manager.
✦ Most fans start here
The Office (2005)
The original tv
✦ Start hereThe Office
Greg Daniels · Series · 2005
The Office (2005) serves as the definitive comedic touchstone, establishing the mockumentary format and iconic character archetypes that define the franchise's enduring legacy for new and returning viewers alike.
2004 series
Stromberg
Ralf Husmann · Series · 2004
Stromberg (2004) provides the foundational German template for the workplace sitcom, offering a darker, more cynical perspective on corporate incompetence that serves as an essential historical study for franchise completists.
2021 book
Welcome to Dunder Mifflin
Brian Baumgartner, Ben Silverman · Book · 2021
Welcome to Dunder Mifflin (2021) offers an exhaustive oral history, providing readers with behind-the-scenes insights from the cast and crew that enrich the viewing experience of the original television series.
2026 series
La oficina
Gary Alazraki · Series · 2026
La oficina (2026) reinvents the established formula within a Mexican family-business context, exploring how unique regional cultural dynamics and familial tensions alter the traditional office power structure and management style.
Adaptation (book)
The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin
Brian Baumgartner and Ben Silverman · Book
The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin (book) captures the festive, chaotic spirit of the Scranton branch through a literary lens, perfect for those seeking a quick, holiday-themed expansion of the series.
Inspired by
Office Ladies
Audacy & Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey · Podcast · 2026
Office Ladies (2026) delivers a weekly, intimate deep dive into production secrets and cast memories, acting as an essential companion piece for viewers who want to analyze the show's minutiae.
Common questions
Is The Office (2005) based on the German series Stromberg?
No, The Office (2005) is not based on Stromberg. While both shows share a workplace mockumentary format, The Office (2005) was developed as an adaptation of the original British series, whereas Stromberg is a separate German production that shares a similar premise but is not its source material.
What should I read after finishing The Office (2005)?
After finishing The Office (2005), you can read Welcome to Dunder Mifflin, which provides an oral history of the show. You may also enjoy the book The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin, which offers a festive narrative set within the world of the original series.
How can I get more behind-the-scenes content for The Office (2005)?
You can listen to the Office Ladies podcast, which launched in 2026. This podcast provides in-depth discussions and behind-the-scenes insights specifically about the production and episodes of The Office (2005) from the perspective of those who worked on the show.
Is La oficina (2026) a continuation of The Office (2005)?
La oficina (2026) is not a direct continuation of The Office (2005). It is a separate adaptation within the franchise. While it shares the title concept, it is a distinct production and does not serve as a narrative sequel to the original 2005 series.