Christmas Wishes

Season 8 Episode 10 Summary

The Office, Season 8, Episode 10, “Christmas Wishes,” puts Andy in charge of the office Christmas party. Dressed as Santa, he promises to grant wishes, though Stanley just wants a plain Christmas. Click the camera button next to any quote to create an image for social media.

Andy’s main wish is for everyone to welcome Jessica, his new girlfriend, which makes Erin uneasy. Kelly offers to treat Jessica badly, but Erin tries too hard to seem warm and friendly. Meanwhile, Robert arrives fresh from his split with his wife and soon nudges Erin toward shots.

Jim and Dwight’s prank war draws Andy’s wrath after Cathy asks to leave their desk group. Andy threatens to give both Christmas bonuses to whichever man leaves the other alone. Both soon try to frame each other, while Dwight buys Pam flowers using Jim’s credit card.

Dwight claims Jim planted a porcupine in his desk, but gives himself away by naming it Henrietta. Jim then shows off a marked-up photo of Cece, hoping Dwight will claim the prank. When coworkers demand harsh punishment, Jim backs away and suggests he may have marked it himself.

Darryl tells Val to dress up, leaving her ashamed when she arrives in a formal gown. He later changes into a tuxedo, helping her feel less out of place at the party. Another standout scene shows Dwight rocking out to Trans-Siberian Orchestra, with Gabe, Creed, and Nate joining him.

As Erin drinks more, her forced cheer turns into open anger toward Andy and Jessica. Her dark Christmas wish is for Jessica to die, which leads Andy to firmly reject her. Erin insists he must grant the wish, asking whether he is a murderer or a liar.

Robert and Erin bond over heartbreak, though neither has much comfort to offer the other. Andy grows worried when Robert drives her home, then follows them while taking a drunk Meredith home. Robert safely drops Erin off, while Meredith’s van full of “treasures” adds chaos to Andy’s night.

Andy drops the bonus threat, but Jim keeps that news from Dwight, leaving him free to keep scheming. Dwight spray-paints “Jim is Awesome” on his own car and later appears with “Idiot” on his forehead. He acts as though Jim marked him during a nap, while Jim enjoys the whole show.