This US adaptation, set at a paper company in Scranton, Pa., has a similar documentary style to that of the Ricky Gervais-led British original. It features the staff of Dunder-Mifflin, a staff that includes characters based on characters from the British show (and, quite possibly, people you work with in your office). There's Jim, the likable employee who's a bit of an everyman. Jim has a thing for receptionist-turned-sales rep Pam (because office romances are always a good idea). There's also Dwight, the successful co-worker who lacks social skills and common sense. And there's Ryan, who has held many jobs at the company.
Michael accidentally reveals Oscar's secret to the entire team, while Jim settles into life at the Stamford office. (S3, ep 1)
Michael and Dwight attend a convention in Philadelphia where they run into Jim and his new boss, Josh. (S3, ep 2)
Michael discovers Dwight and Angela's plans to replace him, while Jim struggles with a team-building exercise in Stamford. (S3, ep 3)
Grief Counseling: There's a double helping of grief in store for the office staff as Michael announces the death of both his old boss and a small bird. (S3, ep 4)
Dwight puts Ryan through an unconventional sales initiation out on his family beet farm. Meanwhile, Jan asks Pam to record Michael's activities. (S3, ep 5)
The staff join Kelly at a local Diwali celebration, where Michael is inspired to take a romantic leap. Meanwhile, Jim works late in Stamford. (S3, ep 6)
Jan reveals that the Scranton branch is being closed, forcing Dwight and Michael to resort to desperate measures to save the office. (S3, ep 7)
As the Stamford and Scranton teams merge, Pam and Jim reunite and Michael meets his new staff. (S3, ep 8)
After he learns that a former Stamford employee has spent time in prison, Michael decides to give the staff a presentation on life behind bars. (S3, ep 9)
Michael attempts to invite Carol on vacation to Jamaica with him, while Pam worries that Jim has changed. (S3, ep 10)
While arguments break out in the Party Planning Committee, Michael tries to find someone to take to Jamaica. (S3, ep 11)
Michael returns from Jamaica and immediately lets slip who he went with. Meanwhile, Pam helps Jim and Karen get past an argument. (S3, ep 12)
Michael has staffers team up for sales calls following a suggestion from Andy, leading to some interesting results in the field. (S3, ep 13)
Oscar returns following his time off - and he still has mixed feelings about whether he wants to be part of the office. Andy tries to get closer to Michael. (S3, ep 14)
Michael orders Jim and Dwight to recruit strippers for Phyllis's bridal shower and her groom-to-be's bachelor party. (S3, ep 15)
Phyllis' Wedding: As Phyllis's big day arrives, she offers to make Michael part of the wedding in order to get six weeks off for her honeymoon. (S3, ep 16)
Ryan invites Michael to give a motivational talk at his business school. Meanwhile, Dwight tries to capture a bat in the office. (S3, ep 17)
Jan, Michael, Jim, Karen and Dwight attend a cocktail party at the home of Dunder Mifflin CFO David Wallace, while Pam has an eventful date with Roy. (S3, ep 18)
A furious Roy arrives at the office in search of Jim. Meanwhile, Michael decides to ask head office for a pay rise. (S3, ep 19)
Andy returns, hoping to make fresh start. Meanwhile, Dwight and Michael explain the dangers of the office environment. (S3, ep 20)
The actions of a disgruntled former employee send the office into crisis mode as Michael desperately tries to avoid a scandal. (S3, ep 21)
After Phyllis is flashed, Michael tries to show his sensitivity to women's issues while Dwight hunts for the culprit. (S3, ep 22)
After he is asked to interview for a promotion, Michael assumes he will be successful and decides to select his successor. (S3, ep 23)
The office is still buzzing with talk about their day at the beach. A job opportunity in corporate pits Michael, Jim and Karen against each other. (S3, ep 24)
Michael, Jim and Karen all go head-to-head in the final job interview in New York. Second part of the season finale. (S3, ep 25)