The Office Special

Movie / Show Details

The Office Special is a 2001 BBC mockumentary comedy directed by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. Set in the offices of a paper merchant in Slough, the series follows the awkward and often cringeworthy antics of manager David Brent, played by Gervais, alongside his coworkers including Mackenzie Crook and Martin Freeman. This two-part special reunites the staff three years after the original cameras stopped rolling, catching up with familiar faces and exploring how their lives have changed, from Gareth’s promotion to office manager to Tim’s romantic struggles with Dawn, who has since moved to Florida with her fiancé.

Released on DVD by Adult Swim, this special runs two hours and fifty-four minutes and carries a TV-MA rating. The story concludes the documentary’s arc by bringing the ensemble back together for an end-of-year office party, offering closure to the various character storylines while maintaining the darkly comedic tone that defined the series. Grab this used copy and experience the British comedy that helped redefine the mockumentary format.