The List (The Office)
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"The List" is the upcoming eighth season premiere of the American comedy television series The Office, and the show's 153rd episode overall. The episode is set to air on NBC in the United States on September 22, 2011.[1]
Plot
Robert (James Spader) stops by for the first time as CEO, accidentally leaving behind a mysterious list, divided down the middle with each employee's name on one of two sides. Everyone in the office frantically tries to figure out what it means. Meanwhile, the new manager faces a crisis.[2]
Production
The episode is set to air September 22, 2011.[1] It marks the second appearance of James Spader, having appeared in the previous episode, the seventh season finale.[2] He will appear in at least 15 episodes and will serve as a replacement for Jo Bennett as CEO of Sabre, who was portrayed by Kathy Bates, who left the series due to her commitment for the NBC drama series, Harry's Law.[2] The episode will also reveal who will portray the new manager after lead actor Steve Carell—who portrayed Michael Scott—left the series the previous season.[3] The episode will confirm that Pam is pregnant with her second child which will account for Jenna Fischer's real-life pregnancy.[4]
References
- ^ a b c Seidman, Robert (July 6, 2011). "NBC Announces Fall Premiere Dates - 'Chuck,' 'Grimm' Premiere October 21; Early Premiere for 'Parenthood'". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved July 6, 2011.
- ^ a b c Hibberd, James (August 15, 2011). "'The Office' scoop! James Spader, showrunner reveal season 8 details -- EXCLUSIVE". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved August 15, 2011.
- ^ "Why 'The Office' Showrunner Is Prepared for More Cast Members to Exit Show (Q&A)". The Hollywood Reporter. August 17, 2011. Retrieved August 19, 2011.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Hochberg, Mina (August 21, 2011). "The Office's Jenna Fischer Confirms That Baby No. 2 Is On the Way for Pam and Jim - Vulture". New York. Retrieved August 21, 2011.
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