TV Guide: Ben Silverman

Secret Santa

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Thu Dec 10 09:00 PM NBC There aren't many ho-ho-hos at Dunder Mifflin when Phyllis and Michael square off for the honor of playing Santa at the office holiday party. Meanwhile, Jim and Dwight try to spread holiday cheer---despite the not-so-jolly uncertainty of the company.

Survivor Man

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Thu Dec 10 06:30 PM TBS New chieftain Ryan organizes a woodsy corporate retreat---but he excludes Michael, who in turn enters into the wilderness for his own survival adventure. Meanwhile, Jim tries to put a new spin on office birthday parties.

Branch Wars

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Wed Dec 9 06:30 PM TBS Karen causes a ruckus when she courts Stanley to relocate, prompting Michael to go on the offensive and recruit Jim in his battle. Elsewhere, a Finer Things Club riles the employees.

The Dundies

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:30:00 -0500

Tue Dec 8 09:30 PM TBS On employee awards night, Michael writes and emcees the show and picks the winners---but doesn't pick up the tab. Meredith: Kate Flannery. Phyllis: Phyllis Smith.

Hot Girl

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 8 09:00 PM TBS The competition for attention is stiff after Michael lets a comely handbag vendor set up shop in a conference room. Katie: Amy Adams. Roy: David Denman. Kevin: Brian Baumgartner. Jim: John Krasinski. Michael: Steve Carell.

Basketball

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:30:00 -0500

Tue Dec 8 08:30 PM TBS Michael captains his handpicked basketball squad against a team from the warehouse, where Pam's boyfriend Roy works. Darryl: Craig Robinson. Lonny: Patrice O'Neal. Roy: David Denman. Jerry: Matt Decaro. Jim: John Krasinski. Pam: Jenna Fischer. Dwight: Rainn Wilson.

The Alliance

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 8 08:00 PM TBS Dwight proposes an alliance with Jim to combat downsizing; Michael forces Pam to create a birthday party to improve morale. Meredith: Kate Flannery. Roy: David Denman. Dwight: Rainn Wilson. Pam: Jenna Fischer. Jim: John Krasinski.

Local Ad

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Tue Dec 8 06:30 PM TBS When the Scranton office is tapped to appear in a commercial, entertainer wannabe Michael sees a prime chance to display his creative talent. Meanwhile, Dwight delves into an Internet-based virtual world.

Little Italy Family vs. 1950s Diner Family

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 8 09:00 AM style. Part 1 of 2. A family from the Bronx competes with a family from Peoria, Ill.

Health Care

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Mon Dec 7 09:00 PM TBS Michael promises a surprise to distract the troops from Dwight's dictatorial choosing of a cut-rate health-care plan. Jan: Melora Hardin. Dwight: Rainn Wilson. Michael: Steve Carell. Pam: Jenna Fischer.

Moroccan Christmas

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:30:00 -0500

Sat Dec 5 08:30 PM TBS 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.

A Benihana Christmas, Part 2

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:00:00 -0500

Sat Dec 5 08:00 PM TBS Conclusion. Party-planning tensions continue to spike, resulting in two rival Christmas bashes. Meanwhile, Michael's romantic problems escalate; and Michael goes out drinking with Jim and the equally power-hungry Dwight. Harold Ramis directed the holiday episode.

A Benihana Christmas, Part 1

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:30:00 -0500

Sat Dec 5 07:30 PM TBS Part 1 of 2. The party-planning committee feuds, resulting in two rival Christmas bashes; Michael gets dumped by his girlfriend for the holidays. Harold Ramis directed.

Christmas Party

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:00:00 -0500

Sat Dec 5 07:00 PM TBS There aren't a lot of ha-ha-has with the ho-ho-hos at the office Christmas party after Michael suggests swapping secret Santa gifts. Michael then tries to lift spirits by introducing spirits---namely, vodka shots. Meanwhile, Jim gives Pam a sweet present.

Money

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Fri Dec 4 06:30 PM TBS Part 1 of 2. Michael faces a ballooning personal debt. Meanwhile, it's a barn burner when Jim and Pam check in to the Schrute family farm, which has been converted into a bed-and-breakfast; and Jan revamps the condo.

Scott's Tots

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Thu Dec 3 09:00 PM NBC The kids won't be all right. Michael must inform a group of children that he can't fulfill a promise he made to them 10 years earlier. Elsewhere, Jim steps up to maximize office morale by launching an employee-of-the-month plan.

Launch Party

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Wed Dec 2 06:30 PM TBS Part 1 of 2. Michael gleefully anticipates attending the company's Web-site launch party in New York. Meanwhile, Angela arranges a bash in Scranton, while Dwight gets wrapped up in a real paper chase: He tries to sell more paper than the Web site.

Diversity Day

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:30:00 -0500

Tue Dec 1 10:30 PM TBS Despite creating the need for a diversity seminar, Michael feels he's the best candidate to run one, which he does after the facilitator leaves. Brown: Larry Wilmore. Kelly: Mindy Kaling. Pam: Jenna Fischer. Michael: Steve Carell. Jim: John Krasinski.

Pilot Episode

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 1 10:00 PM TBS In the series pilot, Michael is told a downsizing plan is to be confidential; thus, it spreads like wildfire. Michael: Steve Carell. Pam: Jenna Fischer. Jan: Melora Hardin.

Casual Friday

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:30:00 -0500

Tue Dec 1 09:30 PM TBS 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."

Broke

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 1 09:00 PM TBS In his new endeavors, 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.

Biggest Loser

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 1 09:00 PM NBC The players must run a full marathon for their final challenge. Season 7 winner Helen Phillips and runners-up Tara Costa and Mike Morelli return to offer their support during the race. Later, Bob and Jillian hold a final round of last-chance workouts before the weigh-in that determines the two finalists. Viewer votes determine who is selected as the third finalist to compete for the $250,000 prize in the finale.

Heavy Competition

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:30:00 -0500

Tue Dec 1 08:30 PM TBS The bizarre bond between Dwight and Michael faces a great challenge when Dwight begins to regard bigwig Charles (Idris Elba) as his newest hero. Meanwhile, Andy comes to Jim's emotional rescue.

Dream Team

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 1 08:00 PM TBS Following his bumpy first meetings with new boss Charles (Idris Elba), 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."

Dunder-Mifflin Infinity

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Mon Nov 30 06:30 PM TBS Part 1 of 2. New boss Ryan returns to Scranton to push Dunder-Mifflin into the digital age, much to Michael's chagrin. Elsewhere, catty Angela remains upset about her feline.