It’s been more than 10 years since NBC’s mockumentary sitcom The Office came to its end, but one of its actors can boast of having a home decor that reminds them of the show all the time.
With all the numerous memories created throughout the time of The Office’s several-years-long run, it was surely hard for everyone there to just let it go forever, and John Krasinski was the one who found a way out.
While promoting his brand new fantasy comedy If, Krasinski made an appearance on the Office Ladies podcast run by Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey who he starred alongside in The Office.
Not missing such an opportunity to reminisce about their time on the show’s set, Krasinski, who portrayed Jim in the series, revealed that he’d felt quite emotional on the last day of filming saying that it “was just the scariest,...
With all the numerous memories created throughout the time of The Office’s several-years-long run, it was surely hard for everyone there to just let it go forever, and John Krasinski was the one who found a way out.
While promoting his brand new fantasy comedy If, Krasinski made an appearance on the Office Ladies podcast run by Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey who he starred alongside in The Office.
Not missing such an opportunity to reminisce about their time on the show’s set, Krasinski, who portrayed Jim in the series, revealed that he’d felt quite emotional on the last day of filming saying that it “was just the scariest,...
- 5/25/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
John Krasinski still can’t resist cracking up at The Office bloopers.
The actor, who played Jim Halpert, has been reminiscing about The Office on his If press tour, but a stop off at BBC Radio 1’s breakfast show had him creasing with laughter.
Presenter Greg James played Krasinski a clip of The Office cast corpsing during the filming of the Dinner Party episode in Season 4.
Michael Scott (Steve Carell) and Jan Levinson (Melora Hardin) are showing Halpert and Pam Beesly (Jenna Fischer) around their condo.
Scott is particularly proud of his tiny, wall-mounted plasma TV, but the actors were unable to make it through the scene without laughing. Here’s the moment Krasinski watched it back:
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The actor, who played Jim Halpert, has been reminiscing about The Office on his If press tour, but a stop off at BBC Radio 1’s breakfast show had him creasing with laughter.
Presenter Greg James played Krasinski a clip of The Office cast corpsing during the filming of the Dinner Party episode in Season 4.
Michael Scott (Steve Carell) and Jan Levinson (Melora Hardin) are showing Halpert and Pam Beesly (Jenna Fischer) around their condo.
Scott is particularly proud of his tiny, wall-mounted plasma TV, but the actors were unable to make it through the scene without laughing. Here’s the moment Krasinski watched it back:
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“I think this is one of the funniest physical jokes I’ve ever witnessed in my life, that the TV...
- 5/17/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Wives know best.
John Krasinski’s wife, Emily Blunt, came up with the idea for a memorable golden moment between Jim Halpert (Krasinski) and Pam Beesley on The Office.
On the May 15 episode of the Office Ladies podcast, Jenna Fischer (aka Pam) revealed that Blunt was behind the idea that resulted in Jim surprising Pam with footage from the documentary team of their relationship.
Fischer reminded Krasinski that he was the one to pitch the idea that would “bring [Jim and Pam] back together” as the show closed out.
“I remember saying, ‘Greg [Daniels], we have to reveal what is in the teapot note before we end this show. People need to know this, but how do you do that?’ We couldn’t figure it out,” Fischer recalled.
“And I remember, clear as day, John, we were in the break room for some reason, and it was a Monday and you came in...
John Krasinski’s wife, Emily Blunt, came up with the idea for a memorable golden moment between Jim Halpert (Krasinski) and Pam Beesley on The Office.
On the May 15 episode of the Office Ladies podcast, Jenna Fischer (aka Pam) revealed that Blunt was behind the idea that resulted in Jim surprising Pam with footage from the documentary team of their relationship.
Fischer reminded Krasinski that he was the one to pitch the idea that would “bring [Jim and Pam] back together” as the show closed out.
“I remember saying, ‘Greg [Daniels], we have to reveal what is in the teapot note before we end this show. People need to know this, but how do you do that?’ We couldn’t figure it out,” Fischer recalled.
“And I remember, clear as day, John, we were in the break room for some reason, and it was a Monday and you came in...
- 5/17/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
In spite of almost two decades having passed since the release of the first episode, The Office’s legacy still lives on in the hearts of its fans. One of their most favorite onscreen employees, the charming receptionist Pam Beesly steals the whole romantic line of the sitcom. However, the Pam actress, Jenna Fischer, seems to stay out of the spotlight now.
It may come as a surprise, but over the course of 11 years that have passed since The Office’s conclusion, Fischer has made a number of far cries from the role which made her a star, with some of the projects with our favorite Pam actress being enlisted below.
Her first post-Office role was the one in Owen Wilson and Zach Galifianakis’ dramedy titled Are You Here (2013). This movie was received quite poorly, and the critics were sure it was a shameful waste of the actors’ talents, including Fischer’s comedy potential.
It may come as a surprise, but over the course of 11 years that have passed since The Office’s conclusion, Fischer has made a number of far cries from the role which made her a star, with some of the projects with our favorite Pam actress being enlisted below.
Her first post-Office role was the one in Owen Wilson and Zach Galifianakis’ dramedy titled Are You Here (2013). This movie was received quite poorly, and the critics were sure it was a shameful waste of the actors’ talents, including Fischer’s comedy potential.
- 5/16/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
Edison Research announces the Top 50 Podcasts in the U.S. based on reach for Q1 2024 among weekly podcast listeners age 13+.
The list ranks podcasts based on total audience reach from Edison Podcast Metrics.
Interviews were conducted continuously throughout the quarter in English and Spanish. Rankings are based on listening over the full period. All respondents reported listening to podcasts in the last week.
Podnews has added links and detail to this list from each podcast’s RSS feed; the bottom of this article includes a link to an Opml feed to import all 50 into your podcast player.
Podcasts Detail 1 (1) The Joe Rogan Experience 2 (2) Crime Junkie 3 (3) The Daily 4 (New) New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce 5 (5) Dateline NBC 6 (7) This American Life 7 (12) Call Her Daddy 8 (10) SmartLess 9 (11) Morbid 10 (4)Stuff You Should Know 11 Club Shay Shay 12 This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von 13 The Ben Shapiro Show 14 MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories 15 Bad Friends...
The list ranks podcasts based on total audience reach from Edison Podcast Metrics.
Interviews were conducted continuously throughout the quarter in English and Spanish. Rankings are based on listening over the full period. All respondents reported listening to podcasts in the last week.
Podnews has added links and detail to this list from each podcast’s RSS feed; the bottom of this article includes a link to an Opml feed to import all 50 into your podcast player.
Podcasts Detail 1 (1) The Joe Rogan Experience 2 (2) Crime Junkie 3 (3) The Daily 4 (New) New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce 5 (5) Dateline NBC 6 (7) This American Life 7 (12) Call Her Daddy 8 (10) SmartLess 9 (11) Morbid 10 (4)Stuff You Should Know 11 Club Shay Shay 12 This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von 13 The Ben Shapiro Show 14 MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories 15 Bad Friends...
- 5/15/2024
- Podnews.net
Patrick J. Adams and Sarah Rafferty want to watch “Suits” with you.
The stars of 2023’s biggest show – albeit the one that started in 2011 and ended in 2019 – are reuniting to host a rewatch podcast for SiriusXM, the audio company announced Tuesday.
The as-yet-untitled weekly podcast will find Adams, who played unlicensed attorney Mike Ross, and Rafferty, who played legal secretary Donna Paulsen, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from every episode of the USA Network drama. They’ll be joined by special guests who worked on the show in front of and behind the camera as well as fans and friends of the show.
“On the heels of the record-breaking ‘Suits’ resurgence, it feels like the perfect time to rewatch the show that changed our lives,” Adams and Rafferty said in a statement. “We are thrilled to collaborate with the incredible team at SiriusXM and look forward to connecting with our friends from the cast and crew,...
The stars of 2023’s biggest show – albeit the one that started in 2011 and ended in 2019 – are reuniting to host a rewatch podcast for SiriusXM, the audio company announced Tuesday.
The as-yet-untitled weekly podcast will find Adams, who played unlicensed attorney Mike Ross, and Rafferty, who played legal secretary Donna Paulsen, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from every episode of the USA Network drama. They’ll be joined by special guests who worked on the show in front of and behind the camera as well as fans and friends of the show.
“On the heels of the record-breaking ‘Suits’ resurgence, it feels like the perfect time to rewatch the show that changed our lives,” Adams and Rafferty said in a statement. “We are thrilled to collaborate with the incredible team at SiriusXM and look forward to connecting with our friends from the cast and crew,...
- 4/2/2024
- by Liam Mathews
- Gold Derby
Although Jenna Fischer has starred in multiple other roles, perhaps the one she is best known for to date is none other than that of Pam Beesly in The Office. Yet, as exceptional as her performance was in the role that had many (if not all) viewers hooked, this very role seems to have posed a barrier when she earned the opportunity to work with Matt LeBlanc.
Jenna Fischer. | Credit: @msjennafischer / Ig.
As surprising as it may seem, the truth is that Fischer almost starred in the lead opposite the Friends alum in a sitcom. However, simply because fans couldn’t imagine her renowned character Pam marrying LeBlanc’s equally famous character Joey, the 50-year-old actress lost out on her chance to work with the 56-year-old heartthrob!
How The Office Posed a Barrier to a Jenna Fischer x Matt LeBlanc Collab
Back in the mid-2010s, Matt LeBlanc was all...
Jenna Fischer. | Credit: @msjennafischer / Ig.
As surprising as it may seem, the truth is that Fischer almost starred in the lead opposite the Friends alum in a sitcom. However, simply because fans couldn’t imagine her renowned character Pam marrying LeBlanc’s equally famous character Joey, the 50-year-old actress lost out on her chance to work with the 56-year-old heartthrob!
How The Office Posed a Barrier to a Jenna Fischer x Matt LeBlanc Collab
Back in the mid-2010s, Matt LeBlanc was all...
- 4/2/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Satellite audio firm SiriusXM is trimming its global workforce by about 3% in an effort to become “more efficient, agile, and flexible,” CEO Jennifer Witz wrote in a memo to employees.
The company last year unveiled a significant revamp of its app and has made a series of talent deals in a push into podcasts.
“We made significant progress on the transformation of our business in 2023, but we have just begun to scratch the surface of what is possible here at SiriusXM,” Witz wrote in the memo. “To continue on our path to future subscriber growth and sustain our company’s success as the competitive landscape evolves, it’s imperative that we become even more efficient, agile, and flexible. Therefore, today we are making several organizational changes, including the difficult decision to eliminate certain roles, which will allow us to move faster and collaborate more effectively in support of our long-term objectives.
The company last year unveiled a significant revamp of its app and has made a series of talent deals in a push into podcasts.
“We made significant progress on the transformation of our business in 2023, but we have just begun to scratch the surface of what is possible here at SiriusXM,” Witz wrote in the memo. “To continue on our path to future subscriber growth and sustain our company’s success as the competitive landscape evolves, it’s imperative that we become even more efficient, agile, and flexible. Therefore, today we are making several organizational changes, including the difficult decision to eliminate certain roles, which will allow us to move faster and collaborate more effectively in support of our long-term objectives.
- 2/12/2024
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
When The Office went off the air more than 10 years ago, we had to assume the doors of Dunder Mifflin were closed to fans for good. But, with nostalgia getting a promotion and reboots now in a premium parking spot, it wouldn’t be entirely off base to expect the series to come back in some form. And so how about a movie?
Talk of a reboot of The Office sprouted again last month, but one former (perhaps surprising) The Office contributor has an idea for getting the original cast back together. Appearing on the Office Ladies podcast, actor Bryan Cranston – who directed the season nine episode “Work Bus” – showed curiosity on the subject, saying, “Let’s say that there’s not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie? Something to where we can see where these people are. These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about.
Talk of a reboot of The Office sprouted again last month, but one former (perhaps surprising) The Office contributor has an idea for getting the original cast back together. Appearing on the Office Ladies podcast, actor Bryan Cranston – who directed the season nine episode “Work Bus” – showed curiosity on the subject, saying, “Let’s say that there’s not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie? Something to where we can see where these people are. These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about.
- 2/4/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
For over four years now, "The Office" stars Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey have been revisiting episodes of the popular sitcom on their enthusiastic rewatch podcast, "Office Ladies." This week, former episode director (and "Breaking Bad" star) Bryan Cranston stopped by the show (via Entertainment Weekly) and finally said what everyone's probably been thinking: there should be a "The Office" movie.
"Let's say that there's not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie?" Cranston spitballed when chatting with Kinsey and Fischer about his own time on the long-running series. If you don't remember the actor from "The Office," it's because he wasn't actually on screen; instead, he served as the man behind the camera for season 9's pie stand field trip episode "Work Bus." When reminiscing about the show, Cranston broached the topic of a sequel film that would check in on the Dunder Mifflin staff, pitching...
"Let's say that there's not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie?" Cranston spitballed when chatting with Kinsey and Fischer about his own time on the long-running series. If you don't remember the actor from "The Office," it's because he wasn't actually on screen; instead, he served as the man behind the camera for season 9's pie stand field trip episode "Work Bus." When reminiscing about the show, Cranston broached the topic of a sequel film that would check in on the Dunder Mifflin staff, pitching...
- 2/3/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Amid news of a potential spinoff of The Office, two of the hit show’s original stars have expressed interest in a different sort of revival.
Earlier this year it was revealed that showrunner Greg Daniels is in the early stages of developing a new series inspired by The Office but with a different cast.
However, franchise stars Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey were presented with a different idea for a reboot – a movie – and they had some thoughts about the idea.
Keep reading to find out more…
During an episode of their Office Ladies podcast, Angela and Jenna spoke to Bryan Cranston. He floated the idea of getting the original cast back to film a movie.
He described his ideas as being “something to where we can see where these people are.”
“These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about. We wondered at the end, where did they go?...
Earlier this year it was revealed that showrunner Greg Daniels is in the early stages of developing a new series inspired by The Office but with a different cast.
However, franchise stars Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey were presented with a different idea for a reboot – a movie – and they had some thoughts about the idea.
Keep reading to find out more…
During an episode of their Office Ladies podcast, Angela and Jenna spoke to Bryan Cranston. He floated the idea of getting the original cast back to film a movie.
He described his ideas as being “something to where we can see where these people are.”
“These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about. We wondered at the end, where did they go?...
- 2/2/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey’s latest Office Ladies podcast found Bryan Cranston in an expansive mood. The Breaking Bad star floated some ideas for a revival of The Office, but not for television. Cranston wants a full-blown movie.
“Let’s say that there’s not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie?” said Cranston, who directed The Office episode Work Bus in season 9. “Something to where we can see where these people are. These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about. We wondered at the end, where did they go? What did become of them?”
Fischer and Kinsey were all for it. “I would do it,” Kinsey said. “I would do it for my kids, because I think they would think that’s fun.”
“I mean, if [showrunner] Greg [Daniels] did it, because I would trust it. You know?” Fischer said. “As long as...
“Let’s say that there’s not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie?” said Cranston, who directed The Office episode Work Bus in season 9. “Something to where we can see where these people are. These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about. We wondered at the end, where did they go? What did become of them?”
Fischer and Kinsey were all for it. “I would do it,” Kinsey said. “I would do it for my kids, because I think they would think that’s fun.”
“I mean, if [showrunner] Greg [Daniels] did it, because I would trust it. You know?” Fischer said. “As long as...
- 2/2/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Fans of NBC’s beloved sitcom “The Office” got huge news at the start of 2024 when it was revealed that showrunner Greg Daniels had opened a development room to officially begin planning a reboot. Details on a new iteration of “The Office” are scarce, but Emmy winner Bryan Cranston recently floated the idea to some of the sitcom’s original cast members of doing it as a film instead of a series.
“Let’s say that there’s not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie?” Cranston asked Jenna Fischer (Pam) and Angela Kinsey (Angela) while guesting on their “Office Ladies” podcast. “Something to where we can see where these people are. These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about. We wondered at the end, where did they go? What did become of them?”
Fischer said she would sign on to a movie version...
“Let’s say that there’s not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie?” Cranston asked Jenna Fischer (Pam) and Angela Kinsey (Angela) while guesting on their “Office Ladies” podcast. “Something to where we can see where these people are. These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about. We wondered at the end, where did they go? What did become of them?”
Fischer said she would sign on to a movie version...
- 2/1/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
The recurring rumors and hope for a revival of the beloved NBC sitcom The Office have returned this week, and this time it’s come from a surprising source — Bryan Cranston. And the Breaking Bad Emmy winner thinks the Dunder Mifflin crew should now be working on a bigger screen.
Appearing on the Office Ladies podcast, hosted by two of the series stars, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey, Cranston floated the idea of a The Office feature-length movie, which would show where the whole gang landed a decade after the series concluded.
“Let’s say that there’s not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie?” Cranston pondered on the podcast. “Something to where we can see where these people are. These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about. We wondered at the end, where did they go? What did become of them?”
Fischer...
Appearing on the Office Ladies podcast, hosted by two of the series stars, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey, Cranston floated the idea of a The Office feature-length movie, which would show where the whole gang landed a decade after the series concluded.
“Let’s say that there’s not a reboot series, but what if there was a movie?” Cranston pondered on the podcast. “Something to where we can see where these people are. These people in the entire cast that we’re curious about. We wondered at the end, where did they go? What did become of them?”
Fischer...
- 2/1/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
(From left:) Actor-comedians Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes, the hosts of the podcast “Smartless.” (Photo courtesy Warner Bros Discovery)
Streaming and satellite radio brand SiriusXM has forged a content distribution, advertising and events-based partnership with SmartLess Media, the companies said on Monday.
The deal will see the flagship “SmartLess” podcast and several other shows produced by SmartLess Media gain distribution across SiriusXM’s satellite and streaming audio platforms, and includes “certain exclusive advertising and distribution rights, content, events, and more,” a SiriusXM spokesperson said.
As part of the agreement, SiriusXM satellite and streaming radio subscribers will get early access to SmartLess episodes and those from certain other podcasts, including “Just Jack & Will,” “Owned” and “Bad Dates.” Subscribers will also get other perks, including the privilege of scoring early tickets to live productions of those shows, the companies affirmed.
“At SiriusXM, we are proud to be home to the stars,...
Streaming and satellite radio brand SiriusXM has forged a content distribution, advertising and events-based partnership with SmartLess Media, the companies said on Monday.
The deal will see the flagship “SmartLess” podcast and several other shows produced by SmartLess Media gain distribution across SiriusXM’s satellite and streaming audio platforms, and includes “certain exclusive advertising and distribution rights, content, events, and more,” a SiriusXM spokesperson said.
As part of the agreement, SiriusXM satellite and streaming radio subscribers will get early access to SmartLess episodes and those from certain other podcasts, including “Just Jack & Will,” “Owned” and “Bad Dates.” Subscribers will also get other perks, including the privilege of scoring early tickets to live productions of those shows, the companies affirmed.
“At SiriusXM, we are proud to be home to the stars,...
- 1/30/2024
- by Matthew Keys
- The Desk
SiriusXM has signed a wide-ranging deal with SmartLess Media and its founders, Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes.
The three-year pact will see flagship podcast SmartLess shift to SirirusXM. Media outlets including Bloomberg reported the deal is worth $100 million, a step up from what Amazon had been paying to host SmartLess, an interview show that has become one of the most popular weekly podcasts in existence since launching in 2020. HBO also turned it into a docuseries, filming Arnett, Bateman and Hayes as they took part in a live tour for the podcast.
In addition to the namesake podcast, select other SmartLess Media titles will also change addresses when the deal kicks in this summer. SiriusXM subscribers will gain early access to new episodes of SmartLess as well as Just Jack & Will, Bad Dates and Owned, plus the opportunity to be in the live audience for special tapings. The majority...
The three-year pact will see flagship podcast SmartLess shift to SirirusXM. Media outlets including Bloomberg reported the deal is worth $100 million, a step up from what Amazon had been paying to host SmartLess, an interview show that has become one of the most popular weekly podcasts in existence since launching in 2020. HBO also turned it into a docuseries, filming Arnett, Bateman and Hayes as they took part in a live tour for the podcast.
In addition to the namesake podcast, select other SmartLess Media titles will also change addresses when the deal kicks in this summer. SiriusXM subscribers will gain early access to new episodes of SmartLess as well as Just Jack & Will, Bad Dates and Owned, plus the opportunity to be in the live audience for special tapings. The majority...
- 1/29/2024
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Today, SiriusXM announced a new, multi-year agreement with SmartLess Media and its founders, Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes, that will bring certain exclusive advertising and distribution rights, content, events, and more for their iconic flagship podcast SmartLess and select shows from the SmartLess Media slate to the audio entertainment company and its industry-leading SiriusXM Podcast Network. The deal will commence late in the summer.
As part of the new agreement, SiriusXM gains access to extensive exclusive content for its subscribers, consisting of early access to new episodes of “SmartLess” and SmartLess Media podcasts “Just Jack & Will,” “Bad Dates,” and “Owned,” as well as the opportunity to be in the live audience for special tapings, and more. Additionally, the majority of the “SmartLess” library will be available exclusively to SiriusXM, making it the only destination for fans to access the podcast’s complete catalog.
The award-winning “SmartLess” podcast was...
As part of the new agreement, SiriusXM gains access to extensive exclusive content for its subscribers, consisting of early access to new episodes of “SmartLess” and SmartLess Media podcasts “Just Jack & Will,” “Bad Dates,” and “Owned,” as well as the opportunity to be in the live audience for special tapings, and more. Additionally, the majority of the “SmartLess” library will be available exclusively to SiriusXM, making it the only destination for fans to access the podcast’s complete catalog.
The award-winning “SmartLess” podcast was...
- 1/29/2024
- Podnews.net
Steve Carrell portrayed iconic character Michael Scott for five seasons in The Office. But before he was cast as the character, he turned to Ricky Gervais’ Office performance for help. Only to realize that might’ve been a bad idea.
Why Steve Carrell refused to watch the rest of Ricky Gervais’ ‘Office’ performance as David Brent Ricky Gervais, Stuart Brothman, Bill Hilary, and Matt Roush | Bryan Bedder/Getty Images
Office initially started off as Gervais’ brainchild. The UK mockumentary series was originally created by the frequent Golden Globe host and his partner Stephen Merchant in 2001. Although it was short-lived, only lasting for a couple of seasons, it left an incredible impact on the television industry. So much so that the series lived on through the American version of The Office, which was considerably more successful than its predecessor.
Gervais played David Brent, who was the manager to the fictional Wernham Hogg paper company.
Why Steve Carrell refused to watch the rest of Ricky Gervais’ ‘Office’ performance as David Brent Ricky Gervais, Stuart Brothman, Bill Hilary, and Matt Roush | Bryan Bedder/Getty Images
Office initially started off as Gervais’ brainchild. The UK mockumentary series was originally created by the frequent Golden Globe host and his partner Stephen Merchant in 2001. Although it was short-lived, only lasting for a couple of seasons, it left an incredible impact on the television industry. So much so that the series lived on through the American version of The Office, which was considerably more successful than its predecessor.
Gervais played David Brent, who was the manager to the fictional Wernham Hogg paper company.
- 10/28/2023
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
"The Office" is one of the most beloved TV comedies in recent memory. An adaptation of the British comedy series of the same name created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, after some early struggles, the US version of "The Office" on NBC carved its own path and became a massive hit, thanks to the mockumentary hilarity following the employees of a Pennsylvania paper company. In fact, even after the show came to an end back in 2013, it dominated streaming charts on Netflix, finding a whole new audience, which inspired stars Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey to launch a hit podcast looking back at each and every episode of the series. With that level of success, it should come as no surprise that NBC may have a reboot of "The Office" in the works.
The entertainment newsletter from Puck, which is known to be fairly reliable when it comes to scoops,...
The entertainment newsletter from Puck, which is known to be fairly reliable when it comes to scoops,...
- 9/25/2023
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Updated: A week after Dave Coulier launched a new rewatch podcast for “Full House,” the beloved sitcom he appeared on opposite the late Bob Saget, the TV actor has decided to pause releasing new episodes during the SAG-AFTRA strike.
“Though the podcast series has many episodes that were recorded before the strike was authorized, Dave assures fans of the new series that they can look forward to more entertaining content in the meantime on socials and will be back to releasing new episodes as soon as the strike concludes,” the podcast’s producers said in a statement.
Coulier posted a brief video on Instagram, writing in the caption, “While we have many more @FullHouseRewind episodes ready for release, each with a very special guest, we’re going to be pressing pause until the SAG-AFTRA strike is resolved. In the meantime, I look forward to continuing to entertain you on all of our socials,...
“Though the podcast series has many episodes that were recorded before the strike was authorized, Dave assures fans of the new series that they can look forward to more entertaining content in the meantime on socials and will be back to releasing new episodes as soon as the strike concludes,” the podcast’s producers said in a statement.
Coulier posted a brief video on Instagram, writing in the caption, “While we have many more @FullHouseRewind episodes ready for release, each with a very special guest, we’re going to be pressing pause until the SAG-AFTRA strike is resolved. In the meantime, I look forward to continuing to entertain you on all of our socials,...
- 7/28/2023
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
The Office stars have taken to social media to celebrate the ten-year anniversary of their series finale with emotional statements and behind-the-scenes photos this week.
Jenna Fischer, who played receptionist-turned-salesman-turned-office manager Pam Beesly, shared a behind-the-scenes photo of one of her last scenes in the finale episode, writing “The Office Series Finale aired 10 years ago today. There’s a lot of beauty in ordinary things. Isn’t that kind of the point? Final Pam talking head .”
Brian Baumgartner, who played Kevin Malone, also shared a photo taken during one of Fischer’s final talking head interviews, which showed the cast peering through a window. “10 years ago today The Office series finale aired and we all said goodbye to Dunder Mifflin,” Baumgartner wrote.
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Fischer has remained an active member of The Office fandom, continuously expressing her love for the show on the podcast Office Ladies,...
Jenna Fischer, who played receptionist-turned-salesman-turned-office manager Pam Beesly, shared a behind-the-scenes photo of one of her last scenes in the finale episode, writing “The Office Series Finale aired 10 years ago today. There’s a lot of beauty in ordinary things. Isn’t that kind of the point? Final Pam talking head .”
Brian Baumgartner, who played Kevin Malone, also shared a photo taken during one of Fischer’s final talking head interviews, which showed the cast peering through a window. “10 years ago today The Office series finale aired and we all said goodbye to Dunder Mifflin,” Baumgartner wrote.
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Fischer has remained an active member of The Office fandom, continuously expressing her love for the show on the podcast Office Ladies,...
- 5/21/2023
- by Nicky Kashani
- Uinterview
For seven seasons, Steve Carell epitomized the role of Michael Scott on the NBC hit comedy television series The Office. As the beloved regional manager of the fictional Scranton paper company, Dunder Mifflin, The 40-Year-Old Virgin alum led a cast of talented actors who launched their careers on the popular show. While the Golden Globe winner was the breakout star on The Office, he almost didn’t get the role. Producers actually had comedian Bob Odenkirk in mind for the lead role in The Office, but it didn’t end up happening. Here’s why:
Bob Odenkirk worked with comedy legends early in his career Bob Odenkirk visits the IMDb Portrait Studio at SXSW 2023. I Corey Nickols/Getty Images for IMDb
Bob Odenkirk is best known for his role as Jimmy McGill (aka Saul Goodman) in the long-running AMC television series Better Call Saul. But before he originated the character in Season 2 of Breaking Bad,...
Bob Odenkirk worked with comedy legends early in his career Bob Odenkirk visits the IMDb Portrait Studio at SXSW 2023. I Corey Nickols/Getty Images for IMDb
Bob Odenkirk is best known for his role as Jimmy McGill (aka Saul Goodman) in the long-running AMC television series Better Call Saul. But before he originated the character in Season 2 of Breaking Bad,...
- 4/16/2023
- by Mama Rita
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Nzme signs agreement with AdsWizz to sell inventory from the SiriusXM Podcast Network in New Zealand
Further growing opportunities for clients across digital audio, New Zealand Media and Entertainment (Nzme) today announced that it has signed an agreement to be AdsWizz’s exclusive third-party New Zealand sales representative for advertising on certain podcasts owned and operated by SiriusXM and Stitcher Media LLC. The agreement also includes podcasts which SiriusXM and/or Stitcher have the right to manage and sell advertising.
Within its commercial offering, Nzme will continue to leverage AdsWizz’s technology, incorporating the SiriusXM Podcast Network, which hosts top podcasts including Crime Junkie, Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend, Office Ladies and more.
The exclusive agreement means that through Nzme’s podcast network, advertisers will now have the ability to reach the 350,000 Kiwis that consume these podcasts.
James Butcher, Nzme Head of Digital Audio, says podcasting is one of the fastest growing digital media platforms in the world and it’s a channel that Nzme is...
Within its commercial offering, Nzme will continue to leverage AdsWizz’s technology, incorporating the SiriusXM Podcast Network, which hosts top podcasts including Crime Junkie, Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend, Office Ladies and more.
The exclusive agreement means that through Nzme’s podcast network, advertisers will now have the ability to reach the 350,000 Kiwis that consume these podcasts.
James Butcher, Nzme Head of Digital Audio, says podcasting is one of the fastest growing digital media platforms in the world and it’s a channel that Nzme is...
- 3/29/2023
- Podnews.net
Steve Carell is the latest star of “The Office” to appear on “Office Ladies”, the podcast hosted by fellow “Office” alums Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey.
During the conversation, the former co-stars discussed the show’s mockumentary style, which involved self-referential glances directly into the camera — something that Carell conceded he had some difficulty setting aside after his exit from the show.
“I have never had a job where I didn’t look into the camera at some point,” he admitted.
Read More: Billie Eilish Says She’s Watched ‘The Office’ Over 30 Times: ‘It’s Playing On My Phone At All Times’
“Same!” Fischer agreed. “I can’t not make the camera a character now. It’s such a habit.”
“At least once,” Carell added. “I’m sure on ‘Foxcatcher’ I like looked into the camera and [then told myself], ‘Nope. You cannot comment on what you just did.'”
Kinsey admitted that...
During the conversation, the former co-stars discussed the show’s mockumentary style, which involved self-referential glances directly into the camera — something that Carell conceded he had some difficulty setting aside after his exit from the show.
“I have never had a job where I didn’t look into the camera at some point,” he admitted.
Read More: Billie Eilish Says She’s Watched ‘The Office’ Over 30 Times: ‘It’s Playing On My Phone At All Times’
“Same!” Fischer agreed. “I can’t not make the camera a character now. It’s such a habit.”
“At least once,” Carell added. “I’m sure on ‘Foxcatcher’ I like looked into the camera and [then told myself], ‘Nope. You cannot comment on what you just did.'”
Kinsey admitted that...
- 3/9/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
Steve Carell has retained a key habit from his time filming The Office US.
The actor played the flawed but lovable paper company boss Michael Scott in the American version of the deadpan sitcom.
As well as its sharp writing and its oddball sense of humour, The Office is known for its mockumentary framing.
With the unusual setting of the characters being filmed for a fictional documentary, the series included regular instances of characters “breaking the fourth wall” and interacting with the cameras, looking straight into them in moments of incredulity.
Despite leaving the programme in season seven in 2011, and the show’s eventual end in 2013, Carell has admitted to still occasionally looking into the camera when he’s not supposed to on his other projects.
“I have never had a job where I didn’t look into the camera at some point,” Carell told his former castmates Angela Kinsey...
The actor played the flawed but lovable paper company boss Michael Scott in the American version of the deadpan sitcom.
As well as its sharp writing and its oddball sense of humour, The Office is known for its mockumentary framing.
With the unusual setting of the characters being filmed for a fictional documentary, the series included regular instances of characters “breaking the fourth wall” and interacting with the cameras, looking straight into them in moments of incredulity.
Despite leaving the programme in season seven in 2011, and the show’s eventual end in 2013, Carell has admitted to still occasionally looking into the camera when he’s not supposed to on his other projects.
“I have never had a job where I didn’t look into the camera at some point,” Carell told his former castmates Angela Kinsey...
- 3/8/2023
- by Nicole Vassell
- The Independent - TV
That 70s Show is probably at the top of the list of iconic sitcoms of the late ’90s and early 2000s. The show ran for eight seasons and still remains one of the most beloved shows to have aired.
Following a group of teenagers in the ’70s navigating that crazy decade, That ’70s Show made its mark on TV, not only with its great and funny storylines but also with its huge lineup of guest stars. One star appeared for an episode on the show before hitting it big with The Office.
Jenna Fischer’s role on ‘That ’70s Show’
Not every actor hits it big overnight. Some of the A-listers in Hollywood began by taking on smaller roles to build up their resume before becoming the sensations they are today. Jenna Fischer appeared in the 12th episode of the 7th season of That ’70s Show, playing Stacy Wanamaker. Fischer...
Following a group of teenagers in the ’70s navigating that crazy decade, That ’70s Show made its mark on TV, not only with its great and funny storylines but also with its huge lineup of guest stars. One star appeared for an episode on the show before hitting it big with The Office.
Jenna Fischer’s role on ‘That ’70s Show’
Not every actor hits it big overnight. Some of the A-listers in Hollywood began by taking on smaller roles to build up their resume before becoming the sensations they are today. Jenna Fischer appeared in the 12th episode of the 7th season of That ’70s Show, playing Stacy Wanamaker. Fischer...
- 2/25/2023
- by Produced by Digital Editors
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Kevin Malone, played by Brian Baumgartner, is a fan-favorite character for many viewers of The Office. His dimwitted nature led to many of the show’s most hilarious moments, including his attempt to surprise his coworkers with a pot of chili. While many recognize Baumgartner because of his The Office role, he does keep busy with several cool projects.
Brian Baumgartner has appeared in several TV shows and movies Brian Baumgartner as Kevin Malone | Byron Cohen/NBC/Nbu Photo Bank
Before starring in The Office, Brian Baumgartner had several minor roles in TV shows, such as Arrested Development, CSI, and Everwood. In 2005, The Office debuted, and many grew to love his portrayal as Kevin due to his excellent delivery and performance. He had other small roles in shows like Mike & Molly, Hot in Cleveland, The Goldbergs, and Criminal Minds.
In 2007, he starred alongside Robin Williams and The Office co-star...
Brian Baumgartner has appeared in several TV shows and movies Brian Baumgartner as Kevin Malone | Byron Cohen/NBC/Nbu Photo Bank
Before starring in The Office, Brian Baumgartner had several minor roles in TV shows, such as Arrested Development, CSI, and Everwood. In 2005, The Office debuted, and many grew to love his portrayal as Kevin due to his excellent delivery and performance. He had other small roles in shows like Mike & Molly, Hot in Cleveland, The Goldbergs, and Criminal Minds.
In 2007, he starred alongside Robin Williams and The Office co-star...
- 2/25/2023
- by Ross Tanenbaum
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Fans of "The Office" have been gifted yet another season of "Superfan" episodes, with Peacock updating the entire sixth season of the hit show with extended cuts. Back in 2021, NBC's comedy behemoth made its way onto the Peacock service after the company paid a hefty sum to pull the series from Netflix. As an incentive for viewers to sign up to the fledgling streamer, Peacock made the entire third season available as extended episodes with previously unaired material.
And while those initial third season "Superfan" episodes were previously available on DVD, iTunes, and Netflix, Peacock has continued to release further "Superfan" seasons that feature all-new, previously unseen footage. Season 1 was given the "Superfan" treatment back in April 2021, before season 2 hit the service a few months later. Once 2022 rolled around, amid Peacock's continued struggles to turn a profit, seasons 4 and 5 were updated, with Craig Robinson and Ed Helms, who played...
And while those initial third season "Superfan" episodes were previously available on DVD, iTunes, and Netflix, Peacock has continued to release further "Superfan" seasons that feature all-new, previously unseen footage. Season 1 was given the "Superfan" treatment back in April 2021, before season 2 hit the service a few months later. Once 2022 rolled around, amid Peacock's continued struggles to turn a profit, seasons 4 and 5 were updated, with Craig Robinson and Ed Helms, who played...
- 2/2/2023
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Audio entertainment company SiriusXM reported fourth-quarter results that were largely in line with Wall Street expectations, with total revenue of about 2.3 billion and earnings per share of 9 cents.
The company also adding 348,000 self-paying subscribers in the period. On a conference call with analysts, CEO Jennifer Witz, said average revenue per user hit a record high in 2022, while churn (the percentage of subscribers canceling) set a record low. She called that combination “a reflection of subscribers’ high satisfaction with the premium listening experience we continue to evolve and enhance.”
Wall Street had expected revenue of 2.3 billion and earnings of 8 cents a share.
The company issued 2023 financial guidance, including revenue of 9 billion. That would be flat with 2022.
Investors reacted negatively to the quarterly report and full-year outlook, sending shares in Sirius down almost 6 in early trading at around 5.50. They have recently slipped to their lowest level since 2020.
SiriusXM has diversified in recent years,...
The company also adding 348,000 self-paying subscribers in the period. On a conference call with analysts, CEO Jennifer Witz, said average revenue per user hit a record high in 2022, while churn (the percentage of subscribers canceling) set a record low. She called that combination “a reflection of subscribers’ high satisfaction with the premium listening experience we continue to evolve and enhance.”
Wall Street had expected revenue of 2.3 billion and earnings of 8 cents a share.
The company issued 2023 financial guidance, including revenue of 9 billion. That would be flat with 2022.
Investors reacted negatively to the quarterly report and full-year outlook, sending shares in Sirius down almost 6 in early trading at around 5.50. They have recently slipped to their lowest level since 2020.
SiriusXM has diversified in recent years,...
- 2/2/2023
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Even if you’ve never seen an episode of The Office, there’s a good chance that you’ve seen the “Parkour” scene in video, gif, or meme form. This opening from the season six premiere “Gossip” sees Michael Scott (Steve Carell), Dwight Schrute (Rainn Wilson), and Andy Bernard (Ed Helms) trying to parkour across the office in increasingly hilarious and barely dangerous ways.
To celebrate the release of more extended “Superfan” episodes on Peacock, the official YouTube channel for The Office released an extended cut of this fan-favorite opening scene that has an entire extra minute of parkour shenanigans. We get to see Michael slam Jim’s (John Krasinski) laptop shut so that he can belly flop onto the conference table and whisper “parkour” directly into the camera. We get to see Michael try to parkour into an open elevator, miss his shot before the door closes, and then...
To celebrate the release of more extended “Superfan” episodes on Peacock, the official YouTube channel for The Office released an extended cut of this fan-favorite opening scene that has an entire extra minute of parkour shenanigans. We get to see Michael slam Jim’s (John Krasinski) laptop shut so that he can belly flop onto the conference table and whisper “parkour” directly into the camera. We get to see Michael try to parkour into an open elevator, miss his shot before the door closes, and then...
- 2/1/2023
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
Many episodes of The Office started with a cold open. This tactic jumped right into the middle of a story that had nothing to do with the episode’s narrative but stood alone as a mini arc. Many of the cold opens from The Office are fan favorites, including the one from the season 6 premiere “Gossip” where Michael (Steve Carell), Andy (Ed Helms), and Dwight (Rainn Wilson) do parkour. Behind the scenes, Toby Flenderson actor Paul Lieberstein is the reason that scene became as funny as it did — find out why.
Steve Carell as Michael Scott | Peacock/NBC Paul Lieberstein’s directing changed ‘The Office’ parkour scene
According to Lieberstein, who wrote and directed the episode, the parkour scene wasn’t choreographed. He did tell the actors that the goal was to “just mess up the room as much as possible.”
However, after an underwhelming first take, Lieberstein made a change.
Steve Carell as Michael Scott | Peacock/NBC Paul Lieberstein’s directing changed ‘The Office’ parkour scene
According to Lieberstein, who wrote and directed the episode, the parkour scene wasn’t choreographed. He did tell the actors that the goal was to “just mess up the room as much as possible.”
However, after an underwhelming first take, Lieberstein made a change.
- 1/29/2023
- by Lauren Anderson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Seth Rogen is the latest A-lister to get into the world of podcasting.
The Knocked Up star is launching his first podcast with SiriusXM’s Stitcher, which is set to debut later this year.
The show will be a series of personal stories and each week will invite a range of guests to share a single story – whether hilarious, harrowing or heartwarming – and bring it to life through rhythmic editing, as supporting interviews and archival tape are woven in.
It will launch via Stitcher’s comedy podcast network, Earwolf, which is behind shows such as Office Ladies and Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend.
The untitled podcast is being developed and produced by Richard Parks III, who is behind Richard’s Famous Food Podcast. Frida Perez and Earwolf’s Colin Anderson will serve as Executive Producers.
“Recording and editing these episodes has been a thrilling and rewarding experience,” Rogen said. “Bringing...
The Knocked Up star is launching his first podcast with SiriusXM’s Stitcher, which is set to debut later this year.
The show will be a series of personal stories and each week will invite a range of guests to share a single story – whether hilarious, harrowing or heartwarming – and bring it to life through rhythmic editing, as supporting interviews and archival tape are woven in.
It will launch via Stitcher’s comedy podcast network, Earwolf, which is behind shows such as Office Ladies and Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend.
The untitled podcast is being developed and produced by Richard Parks III, who is behind Richard’s Famous Food Podcast. Frida Perez and Earwolf’s Colin Anderson will serve as Executive Producers.
“Recording and editing these episodes has been a thrilling and rewarding experience,” Rogen said. “Bringing...
- 5/11/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
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