The American version of The Office started as almost a shot-for-shot remake of the UK version, but one scene proved that was a bad idea.

Steve Carell's Michael Scott didn't work in The Office season 1, and Stephen Merchant — co-creator of the original show — ...

When The Office opened its doors for America in March 2005, people wondered whether it could do the impossible job of remaking a British gem they adored.

Ricky Gervais has revealed new information about his cameo appearance as David Brent in the US remake of his original series, ...

Silent slapstick comedies knew a thing or two about not to flog a joke to death. Take the classic example of the man who’s ...

Felicity Ward’s Hannah Howard follows in the fine, middle management traditions of David Brent and Michael Scott. She, too, has risen to the top of her branch for reasons not immediately ...