The Office

This British mockumentary follows the daily life of the Slough branch of Wernham Hogg, a fictional paper company. A film crew records the staff as they try to survive gray workdays in an office on an industrial estate. At the center is David Brent, the branch's general manager, who is convinced he's a funny, much-loved boss. His main goal is to be liked by his employees and colleagues, although his antics usually backfire. Gareth Keenan, a team leader who takes his role very seriously, watches everything with suspicion. Meanwhile, Tim Canterbury, a friendly salesman who is unhappy with his life, starts to feel attracted to Dawn Tinsley, a bored receptionist engaged to Lee, a grumpy and controlling warehouse worker. The show was created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, aired on BBC Two, and stars Gervais.