As An Office Superfan, I'm Totally Geeking Out Over These 10 Office Superfan Episodes
I grew up watching The Office with my parents when I was growing up, and even though many of the jokes went over my head, I loved the workplace mockumentary sitcom. In fact, I was so obsessed with The Office, I sought out the DVDs, devouring every deleted scene and episode commentary I could get my hands on. As an adult, I've listened to every episode of Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey's The Office Ladies podcast for more BTS Office secrets.
That's why, in 2020, I was thrilled when The Office Superfan Episodes first released. Having gone up to season 8,The Office SuperfanEpisodes are the episodes that originally aired on NBC, but they include extra bonus material and extended scenes. Also, given the new generations of fans The Office has found on streaming, it makes sense that the people at NBC would want to continue to capitalize on the show’s popularity by releasing the Superfan Episodes. And why not? At least these episodes add never-before-seen content so that a new twist can come to an old favorite.
10 Pilot
Season 1, Episode 1
Of course, the episode where it all began is a must-watch in the Superfan series. The Office's original pilot is entertaining on its own, featuring the first-ever Jim and Dwight prank, where Jim puts Dwight's stapler in Jell-O. But the Superfan cut does an even better job setting up Dunder Mifflin Scranton, and its quirky employees offer additional scenes that provide more context and humor. "Pilot" sets up the mockumentary style, awkward humor, and workplace dynamics that would define the series.
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A notable addition is more footage of the downsizing subplot, with employees reacting differently to the looming threat of layoffs. There’s also an extended version of Michael’s infamous fake firing of Pam, making the scene even more awkward and painful to watch. While the originalpilotclosely mirrors the UK version of The Office, the Superfan edition enhances the distinct personalities of the Scranton branch, providing longtime fans with a fresh look at the very beginning of The Office’s legendary run.
9 The Dundies
Season 2, Episode 1
The Dundie Awards are an annual Office ceremony hosted by Michael to celebrate his employees, and they're iconic for The Office fans, so it makes sense to revisit this one. In one of the best deleted scenes from the Superfan series, Michael pays the difference at Chili’s for the bill. The thing is, Michael doesn’t seem fazed at all by having to pay upwards of $400. He simply pays with a smile because he’s so delighted that The Dundies went so well.
The scene shows a side of Michael that viewers didn’t see fully developed at this point in the series. He cares more about his workers and his best friends than money, which makes him more endearing. Plus, the episode offers extended coverage of the famous Dundies, complete with more jokes at the workers' expense. It’s great to see all the jokes that weren’t in the original cut finally get their due and even add to an already significant episode for long-time fans.
8 Casino Night
Season 2, Episode 22
The season 2 finale is pivotal for The Office fans, as it features the long-awaited confession of Jim’s love for Pam. Notably, the Superfan edit adds more context to Michael Scott’s double-date dilemma as he juggles Jan Levinson and Carol Stills. Deleted scenes expand on the office’s casino festivities, showing more of Kevin’s poker skills (Kevin actor Brian Baumgartner is also an experienced poker player).
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However, the most notable addition is a heartfelt conversation between Jim and Pam that foreshadows their future, adding depth to their emotional arc. The climax remains Jim’s love confession and their dramatic kiss, but the Superfan cut makes the lead-up feel richer, adding nuance to their relationship. For longtime fans, the Superfan edition is a must-watch, offering fresh insights and even more awkward, hilarious, and touching moments from Dunder Mifflin’s unforgettable casino night.
7 Dinner Party
Season 4, Episode 13
"Dinner Party" is widely considered the best episode of The Office, so I was curious to see what changed in the Superfan cut. Right off the bat, what makes the episode unique is that it doesn’t take place in the office at Scranton Business Park, but rather the majority of it takes place in Michael and Jan’s condo. After Michael lies about an assignment from corporate, he tricks the characters into attending a dinner party at his condo.
Apparently, the dinner party is couples only, which leaves a single Dwight devastated. Cue the hilarity as Jim, Pam, Andy, and Angela attend a whirlwind dinner party, complete with Michael and Jan’s uncomfortable vasectomy argument. In the extended cut, Jan spray-paints the neighbor’s dog. The scene is meant to show how unstable Jan is, but her erratic behavior is well documented in the original episode. Honestly, I prefer the original cut better because no one can really make the best better, but "Dinner Party" is so iconic that you have to check out the Superfan cut.
6 Goodbye, Toby: Part 2
Season 4, Episode 19
This episode sees all of Michael's dreams come true. His despised HR representative, Toby Flenderson, says goodbye to Dunder Mifflin Scranton and is replaced by Holly Flax, Michael's new quirky crush. The Superfan version highlights more of Michael’s growing infatuation with Holly as it features more of his awkward yet endearing attempts to impress her. A longer version of Holly’s Yoda impression scene adds charm to their budding connection.
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There are also additional moments from Toby’s goodbye party, including extra cringe-worthy attempts by Michael to celebrate Toby’s departure. Jim’s plan to propose to Pam is given more build-up, making Andy’s surprise engagement to Angela feel even more abrupt and frustrating for Jim. Dwight and Angela’s secret relationship also gets expanded moments, making her cold rejection of him after Andy’s proposal sting even more. The Superfan cut of "Goodbye, Toby: Part 2" provides longtime fans a richer experience, making an already great finale even more memorable.
5 Stress Relief Parts 1 and 2
Season 5, Episodes 14 and 15
The iconic two-part episode starts with Stanley’s heart attack after a botched fire drill and ends with Michael roasting all his employees. Yes, it’s one of the best in the series because of the ride it takes the audience on and delivers many laughs along the way. The Superfan cut includes extended and deleted scenes that make the episodes even funnier. There’s more footage of the fire drill, with additional chaos from the employees as they struggle to escape.
Extra moments from CPR training highlight more of the office’s cluelessness, making the already hilarious scene with the Stayin’ Alive lesson even longer. Michael’s roast is expanded with more jokes aimed at each employee, making his eventual breakdown feel even more over-the-top. Also, additional footage of Jim, Pam, and Andy watching Mrs. Albert Hannaday, a fake movie starring Jack Black and Cloris Leachman as lovers (yes, it's hilarious) shows more of Andy’s absurd investment in the film.
4 New Boss
Season 5, Episode 19
The Superfan cut of "New Boss" offers an extended version of the episode where Michael Scott meets his new superior, Charles Miner, played by Idris Elba. The episode stems from Michael’s frustration over being sidelined at his 15th-anniversary party. The hilarity is heightened in the Superfan cut with more scenes of him trying (and yes, failing) to regain control. His eventual meltdown and impulsive decision to quit Dunder Mifflin feels even more dramatic with the added content.
The Superfan cut offers a longer introduction to Charles, showing more of the employees’ first impressions of him. Dwight’s admiration for Charles is expanded, with extra moments of him trying to win Charles’ approval while undermining Jim. The added footage also further explores Jim’s struggles as Charles immediately dislikes his sarcasm, making Jim’s awkward attempts to impress his new boss even funnier.
3 Sabre
Season 6, Episode 16
In a business takeover, our beloved Dunder Mifflin is bought by Sabre, which is owned by Kathy Bates’ character, Jo Bennett. The Superfan cut expands Sabre’s introduction. Meanwhile, Michael struggles with the changes brought by Sabre’s policies and adds scenes that develop his frustration with the new parent company. There’s more of his exaggerated enthusiasm for Dunder Mifflin’s past, making his distaste for Sabre’s new rules — like going paperless and switching to pyramid-shaped tablets — even funnier.
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We also get additional footage of Gabe Lewi, Sabre’s soft-spoken but corporate-minded liaison, as he attempts to get the Scranton branch on board with the changes. One of the best extended moments involves more of Michael and Dwight’s reaction to Jo's welcome video, highlighting their confusion about Sabre’s culture and promising that the merger will lead to future laughs.
2 Threat Level Midnight
Season 7, Episode 16
Another iconic episode is where audiences see Michael Scott’s film, Threat Level Midnight, come to life. In a previous episode, Jim finds Michael's screenplay, and the employees proceed to do a table read of the script while Michael is away. This episode depicts Threat Level Midnight, which is a James Bond parody that mashes a bunch of action-movie cliches together through shockingly low production techniques. The Superfan cut of Threat Level Midnight, thankfully, adds a wealth of extra scenes.
For example, Pam asks Jim’s character, Goldenface, why his face is, indeed, golden. He responds by saying that he worked in a gold factory where his boss wouldn’t feed the workers, so they were forced to eat gold. The scene is as beautifully awkward as the rest of the episode. It also provides a reference to Michael Scott’s innocence and naivety as he’s the one who wrote the script. The extended cut is certainly worth watching, as there’s so much more to enjoy than just this deleted scene.
1 Goodbye, Michael
Season 7, Episode 21
The Superfan cut of "Goodbye, Michael"offers an extended and even more emotional farewell to Michael as he secretly prepares to leave Dunder Mifflin for Colorado. The original episode was already a heartfelt send-off, but the Superfan version adds new scenes that provide deeper character moments and extra humor. One of the most notable additions is more of Michael’s individual goodbyes. There’s extra footage of his interactions with Kevin, Oscar, and Meredith, making his quiet departure feel even more personal.
A standout deleted moment includes a scene where Michael struggles to part with his beloved Dundie Awards, showcasing the character's sentimental side that fans have come to love. The Superfan cut also expands on Jim and Michael’s emotional near-goodbye, adding even more weight to their heartfelt, unspoken farewell. Dwight and Michael’s paintball outing includes extended banter, making Dwight’s realization that Michael is even more poignant.
Where To Watch The Office: Superfan Episodes
All episodes up to season 8 of The Office Superfan Episodesare streaming exclusively on Peacock. A release date for The Office's final season, season 9 of the Superfan Episodes,has yet to be announced. Peacock pricing plans start at $8 per month.
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