Overview

• Fischer’s full-series rewatch convinced her that The Office remained “really good” through all nine seasons, including episodes released after Steve Carell’s departure in season 7.
• She disputed the long-held belief that the sitcom peaked in seasons 3 and 4 and argued that later episodes delivered compelling arcs and character moments.
• Despite some cast and crew concerns, Fischer named her favorite eras as seasons 4–6—citing standout entries like “Dinner Party” and the Michael Scott Paper Company storyline.
• She noted that award nominations dwindled after season 3, which may have fueled the misconception of a post-Carell quality slump.
• Peacock’s spin-off The Paper, starring Oscar Nuñez and focused on the original documentary crew at a struggling Midwestern newspaper, is in production for a September 2025 premiere without Steve Carell.