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The Office Season 5 Episodes
Season 5 Episode Guide
28 Episodes 2008 - 2009
Love and reinvention---sometimes touching, other times cringe-worthy---are major themes in Season 5 of the acclaimed mockumentary that perfectly captures the petty agonies and daily lunacies of corporate America.\ The first episode sets up story arcs that resonate throughout the season. Repressed party-committee peon Phyllis (Phyllis Smith) reveals her scheming side by blackmailing Angela (Angela Kinsey), whom Phyllis witnessed having an interpersonal encounter of the illicit kind with Dwight (Rainn Wilson) at Season 4's end. But it's the coveted party-planning power Phyllis desires, not money. She later uses her newfound authority to plan a Moroccan-themed holiday fete that she promises will not be "your grandmother's Christmas party...unless of course she's from Morocco." A not-so-humbled Ryan (B.J. Novak) returns to Dunder Mifflin as a temporary replacement for new art-school student Pam (Jenna Fischer), and later participates in an ill-conceived business venture by dunderhead boss Michael Scott (Steve Carell). A relationship develops between Michael and new human-resources associate Holly (Amy Ryan), possibly the only person in the world who doesn't think he's an idiot. Interfering with the budding romance, however, is the cold corporate machine that is Dunder Mifflin---not to mention Michael's very pregnant (and, according to Oscar, "certifiably insane") ex-girlfriend Jan (Melora Hardin). There's also a few surprises concerning the relationship between Jim (John Krasinski) and Pam, including an engagement in the first episode. Idris Elba has a deliciously deadpan seven-episode arc as Michael's new boss, a no-nonsense manager who makes Jan look like a softy.
Episode 1
Weight Loss
Thu, Sep 25, 2008 30 mins
Part 1 of 2. The Dunder Mifflin staffers participate in a weight-loss program, only to become overly consumed with shedding pounds. Elsewhere, Michael works on building a friendship (and more?) with the new HR worker. And Pam attends art school in New York, leaving behind a pining Jim.
Episode 2
Weight Loss
Thu, Sep 25, 2008 30 mins
Conclusion. The desk jockeys' efforts to shed pounds in a corporate weight-loss challenge progresses. Meanwhile, Michael continues to build an awkward friendship with Holly; and a geographically separated Jim and Pam agree to meet one another.
Episode 3
Business Ethics
Thu, Oct 9, 2008 30 mins
Holly presides over a business-ethics meeting in the wake of Ryan's corporate scandal, but the seminar breaks into chaos when Michael allows the staffers to opine openly about workplace malfeasance. Elsewhere, Jim coerces Dwight to adhere to Dunder Mifflin's "time theft" policy.
Episode 4
Baby Shower
Thu, Oct 16, 2008 31 mins
In preparation for Jan's delivery, Michael practices various potential birthing situations with Dwight. For Jan's benefit, Michael also gives the false impression that he dislikes Holly.
Episode 5
Crime Aid
Thu, Oct 23, 2008 30 mins
After thieves prey on the office, Michael takes a bite out of crime by holding an auction to raise funds to replace the stolen items. Elsewhere, Pam aims to land a part-time job at corporate to pay for art school; and Michael and Holly anticipate their date night.
Episode 6
Employee Transfer
Thu, Oct 30, 2008 30 mins
Halloween gets tricky for Pam when she's the only one at corporate wearing a costume. Meanwhile, corporate delivers shocking news, and Dwight harasses Andy.
Episode 7
Customer Survey
Thu, Nov 6, 2008 30 mins
The annual customer-survey report delivers shocking results, particularly for Dwight and Jim. Meanwhile, a separated Jim and Pam try to spend all their time together via their phones. And Angela and Andy's wedding plans move forward, as they choose an unlikely destination for their big day.
Episode 8
Business Trip
Thu, Nov 13, 2008 30 mins
Dunder-Mifflin bigwig David Wallace sends Michael on a business excursion to Canada with Andy and Oscar, who form an unlikely bond. Meanwhile, Jim eagerly anticipates Pam's return from art school.
Episode 9
Frame Toby
Thu, Nov 20, 2008 31 mins
Dirt is dished over a dirty dish: Tension boils over when a mysterious someone leaves a culinary mess in the office microwave. Meanwhile, Michael has trouble accepting that personnel changes were made without his knowledge.
Episode 10
The Surplus
Thu, Dec 4, 2008 30 mins
Tensions flare in the Scranton branch when staffers disagree on how to spend a $4300 surplus. Meanwhile, Angela and Andy visit Schrute Farms to work on their wedding plans.
Episode 11
Moroccan Christmas
Thu, Dec 11, 2008 30 mins
The staffers jingle all the way at a Moroccan-themed holiday bash, but tensions flare when Meredith's hair catches fire. Dwight's fired up as well: He becomes consumed with the hottest toy of the holiday season.
Episode 12
The Duel
Thu, Jan 15, 2009 30 mins
Thanks to Michael's running mouth, Andy finally learns that his beloved Angela had an affair with Dwight, a discovery that incites the two romantic rivals to square off. Elsewhere, Michael is on edge about a corporate appointment with bigwig Wallace.
Episode 13
Prince Family Paper
Thu, Jan 22, 2009 30 mins
Michael and Dwight go undercover to snoop on a paper-company rival. Elsewhere, the staffers engage in a debate over the beauty of actress Hilary Swank.
Episode 14
Stress Relief---Part 1
Sun, Feb 1, 2009 30 mins
Part 1 of 2. Dwight's fire-safety seminar goes up in smoke. Meanwhile, the staffers try to secretly view a bootleg Hollywood flick at work, and Michael throws a comic roast of himself.
Episode 15
Stress Relief---Part 2
Sun, Feb 1, 2009 30 mins
Conclusion. The staffers continue their efforts to secretly view a bootleg Hollywood flick at work. And the joke's on Michael when he throws a comic roast of himself.
Episode 16
Lecture Circuit
Thu, Feb 5, 2009 31 mins
Part 1 of 2. With Pam as his driver, Michael goes on a speaking tour to other Dunder-Mifflin branches to share insight about Scranton's relative success. At the office, Dwight and Jim fumble as new party planners when they forget a birthday. And Andy looks for love in all the wrong places.
Episode 17
Lecture Circuit
Thu, Feb 12, 2009 31 mins
Conclusion. Accompanied by Pam, Michael continues his speaking tour of various Dunder-Mifflin branches, with the Utica division offering a valuable life lesson for Michael. Meanwhile, a surly Scranton staff makes party-planning tasks difficult for Dwight and Jim; things get catty over Angela's new feline.
Episode 18
Blood Drive
Thu, Mar 5, 2009 30 mins
Cupid's arrows fly in Scranton on Valentine's Day when Michael encounters an enigmatic lady at a blood drive. Meanwhile, a "lonely hearts party" at the office yields potential romances for Dwight and Kevin. And Pam and Jim share an uncomfortable lunch with Phyllis and Bob Vance.
Episode 19
Golden Ticket
Thu, Mar 12, 2009 31 mins
Office problems spread when Michael suggests placing "golden tickets" inside paper packages as discounts for clients. Elsewhere, Kevin sets out to woo a woman---so Andy, Jim and Pam step up to give him (very different) pointers.
Episode 20
New Boss
Thu, Mar 19, 2009 30 mins
Michael plans for his big 15th-anniversary party at the branch, but the celebration fizzles when he encounters the new vice president, who comes with direct, no-nonsense concepts. In other events, Jim pulls yet another prank on Dwight, but this time with a surprising outcome.
Episode 21
Two Weeks
Thu, Mar 26, 2009 31 mins
Michael's relationship with the new vice president becomes more and more strained, but that doesn't stop Michael from shirking work and responsibility even more than usual. Meanwhile, Pam falls victim to the new copier; and Kelly develops yet another crush.
Episode 22
Dream Team
Thu, Apr 9, 2009 30 mins
Following his bumpy first meetings with new boss Charles, Jim finds himself squaring off with the bigwig in a soccer game in the parking lot. Meanwhile, Michael fears the new workday, so much so that he's barely able to leave his house. But that doesn't stop him from assembling his "dream team".
Episode 23
The Michael Scott Paper Company
Thu, Apr 9, 2009 30 mins
Former romantic rivals Dwight and Andy form an unlikely kinship and plan a hunting trip together. Meanwhile, supervisor Charles demands a rundown from Jim---but Jim has no clue what "rundown" actually means. And Michael holds a Paper and Pancakes company luncheon, but it might end up as a flat affair.
Episode 24
Heavy Competition
Thu, Apr 16, 2009 31 mins
The bizarre bond between Dwight and Michael faces a great challenge when Dwight begins to regard bigwig Charles as his newest hero. Meanwhile, Andy comes to Jim's emotional rescue.
Episode 25
Broke
Thu, Apr 23, 2009 31 mins
In his new endeavours, Michael faces mounting financial difficulties and problems with early-morning deliveries. Meanwhile, Angela plays enforcer as the staffers try to finish their expense reports on deadline.
Episode 26
Casual Friday
Thu, Apr 30, 2009 31 mins
A conflict erupts in the new sales group, with mediator Michael landing square in the middle of the dispute. In other developments, the office drones take a relaxed attitude to new heights during "casual Friday".
Episode 27
Cafe Disco
Thu, May 7, 2009 30 mins
Michael embraces the idea of a "café disco" by introducing dance fever and coffee to the office, resulting in quite a jolt. Meanwhile, Jim and Pam rev up for a secret trip.
Episode 28
Company Picnic
Thu, May 14, 2009 22 mins
Season 5 closes with the staffers attending the annual Dunder Mifflin company picnic, where Michael and ex-flame Holly reunite. Elsewhere, the Scranton branch tries to outwit, outplay and outlast the competition in a volleyball tournament.
