Customer Ratings & Reviews

This is a great set has all the episodes including the specials. It has so many great interviews with the cast and famous fans of the show. My only complaint is that you can't turn off these episode intro commentary. It's like a short video with several interviews for each episode that play before the episode. While they are great it doesn't seem like there is a way to just get straight into the episode besides fast forwarding to the beginning of the episode. I haven't seen some of the episodes in a while and it sucks that they basically talk about and give away some of the best jokes before you see the episode. I think this might only be for the first six episodes. I haven't gotten through the whole set yet but it is a bit annoying. Besides that it is a great set!

Although the American pilot is essentially ripped right out of the UK series, I don't like the UK version as well. The American show grew a life of its own and went above and beyond the original UK version. Ricky Gervais plays a great boss. But he's not as likable and uncomfortable as Steve Carell's character. The cast is far more realistic with the UK series, but I find myself enjoying the caricatures of the US show much more. It really comes down to what you like. If you want something that looks sort of like a serious documentary with flawed but realistic characters, this UK series is right for you. I can't help but like both versions.

I love both the US and UK version of the office, but the UK version really fulfills my need for a depressing comedy. As depressing as it was, it was still able to present you with a feel good ending. Overall, this show may be slow and dull to some who don't think British humour is funny, but to those who do think it's funny, find it genius. The extras on here are great, (excluding the directors commentary on the finale) and I enjoyed the footage of Ricky and Stephen coming up with ideas for the show. This concludes my review. Cheers

TV doesn't get any better than this. You put on one of the DVDs and before you know it 3 hours has passed. It works because the characters are believable and it doesn't cross into caricature or parody. If you've never seen it, don't expect slapstick laughs or ridiculous scenarios and remember that the comedy is from watching the discomfort levels of each person rise as they either say or do the wrong thing and realise it's all caught on camera. Unusually for me, I can even watch the bloopers repeatedly. 4 DVDs of comedy perfection

This set is the latest and also the complete set for the UK version of the series which is a thousand times funnier than the U.S. version. Warning to those who don't like adult content because there are many scenes that may offend a lot of sensitive viewers. This has all episodes and the Christmas Special that ties up the series along with behind the scenes featurettes. This does not include the David Brent movie that came out in the U.K in 2016 and here in the U.S. in 2017.

I prefer the American Office and consider the U.S. version one of the best comedies of this generation, but this original Office isn't far behind. Perhaps with a couple more seasons it could've been better. 12 episodes isn't a lot. But the few episodes that did air are classic. Ricky Gervais's David Brent is one of the most memorable characters in tv history. He's not quite as lovable as Michael Scott but still funny and entertaining.

Shot in the deadpan, mockumentary style of Spinal Tap, this low-budget BBC series is quick in its wit and layered in its satire. Its also very British, with loads of UK pop culture references and provincial slang, of course (subtitles help). It became hugely popular and influential, and it for once deserves all the media attention and accolades it has garnered. Worth repeat viewings!

The original UK "Office" holds up well, and the 10th anniversary set is a real bargain at $10. New extras help put the show into "historical" perspective. It's always fun to hear more from Gervais, so these bits really are a bonus. Same picture quality as before, so you may not want to upgrade if the 12 episodes and Christmas special are what interest you.

Bleak, hilarious, dark, heartwarming, depressing, and satisfying. Unlike the American Office, which kept going long past its welcome, The Office UK ended after two seasons and a special. When the main story ends, the show ends - on a perfect note. I love the first few seasons of The Office US, but it just kept going until the quality dropped severely.

This is the original series by Ricky Gervais that the U.S. version is based on-really funny and original premise for a show-filmed documentary style you get to know the employees of a paper company and their everyday jobs in the office-i purchased it for 4.99 even though I had already seen them all-couldn't resist it for the price-highly recommended!

This is the original "The Office" show which was originated in the UK. It stars Ricky Gervais. This show is so great that it inspired NBC to have its own show here in the US. From start to finish this show delivers. Also it ends after 2 "seasons" 12 episodes total plus a 2 part finale. I like that because it doesn't drag on like the US version did.

Very funny show with great acting from the cast. Ricky Gervais is amazing as David Brent. Interesting to see the similarities and differences between this and the American version. It's unfortunate that there's only 12 episodes and 2 specials in the whole series. Wish there were more. There's a fair amount of extras though.

The Office has dry humor, but the funniest moments are where your literally embarrassed for the characters - or feel the discomfort they experience. The ways that the actors play to the camera (for the supposed documentary) are a unique and effective device. I happened upon the $5 sale. That was a steal.

I was not sure what to expect when I bought this DVD... it was very well priced, so I figured I can't really loose! The British office is really funny, but you might need to find your British sarcastic humor side! Overall, great DVD set

I couldn't be more pleased with my purchase. I love the Office both British and American version but the British version was the best by far. This that contains everything you want on the British Office! I even got it on sale!

I loved this show when it was first shown on the BBC channel. The way Ricky Gervais plays his character is brilliant. His cast of actors are superb. This show was the best and like most BBC shows that American tv bought does not compare to the originals.

Such a classic show. Can't believe it's been so long since the series has been on and spawning the different versions in all different countries. But it really is still hilarious when I watch it again. Great stuff. The set was a great value on sale.

This series is beyond funny, it's brilliant. The American office copied the first season almost completely, and then did its own thing. Ever wonder why season one is the best? This is why. Treat yo' self!

Always loved the US show so decided to buy the UK original series. For the price it was well worth it. Great scripts and lots of laughs. Worth adding to any collection especially if you are an Office fan

I thought this was a good buy for the price Best Buy had. I have seen the Office a lot of times, but never the original. This was good to get a few laughts at the original.