" The Office" (US version) is literally one of the best television series created in the 21st century (excluding "It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia," of course). I have re-watched every single season at least 500 times, and can say with certainty that my list is the most accurate of any list of top 10 "The Office" episodes. The episodes featured will be listed by publication, earliest to latest, and they will also solely be graded by humor (meaning no D'Angelo episodes). Sorry, Will.
1. "Halloween," S2E5
Jim and Pam work to get Dwight transferred to faraway lands, while Michael Scott has put off firing one of his employees until Halloween, because it's "scary stuff." He ponders throughout the episode who he will choose. As Jan becomes more irritated, Michael becomes more desperate, leaving only one option.
2. "Drug Testing" S2E20
Dwight takes on the role of marijuana watchdog as he harasses his co-workers over a half-smoked joint in the parking lot. However, after demanding a urine test from everyone in the office, he finds breaking the law to be far more common than expected.
3. "The Coup" S3E3
Angela convinces Dwight to go after Michael's job after issues with staying focused on office work. Calling an emergency meeting with Jan, Dwight is sure that he can run the branch better than Michael. However, Jan does not take lightly to his deceit, and immediately makes Michael aware of his best salesman's betrayal. Michael later ensures Judas understands his wrong-doing.
4. "The Merger" S3E8
After the Stamford branch closes, Scranton acquires new members: old, young, indicted and obese.
5. "Survivor Man" S4E7
Michael refuses to be shunned by Ryan and goes on a wilderness retreat of his own. While Michael explores his lack of security and pine needles, Jim is put in charge of birthdays at the office.
6. "Baby Shower" S5E4
The episode starts with Dwight being in labor with a well-lubricated watermelon. It then continues to unveil the mounting insecurities Michael has towards the possibly of never having a family.
7. "Customer Survey" S5E7
Dwight and Jim are thrown into a day of disbelief after being accused of hostility and arrogance towards their clients. The top two salesmen rest at nothing to bring down the mounting conspiracy forming against them.
8. "Moroccan Christmas" S5E11
Phyllis finally takes the reins on the Party Planning Committee by creating a Nights in Morocco-themed Christmas party. However, the party quickly crumbles when Meredith is dragged to rehab after catching on fire, and everyone in the office gains news of Angela's affair.
9. "Stress Relief Parts 1 & 2" S5E14 and E15
After no one pays attention to Dwight's safety speech, he takes matters into his own hands to truly express the dangerous of ignorance.
10. "Threat Level Midnight" S7E17
Threat level what? Midnight! An original Michael Scott production.
