Best Michael Scott Episodes
The most iconic Michael Scott episodes. That's what she said.
The Dundies
Season 2, Episode 1
Hosting the annual awards at Chili's highlights Michael's desperate need for validation and his questionable emceeing skills. From the 'Singing in the Rain' parody to his awkward crowd work, it perfectly captures his unique management style and love for his 'family.'
The Injury
Season 2, Episode 12
After a George Foreman grill accident leads to a 'severe' foot injury, Michael's dramatic demands for attention reach peak levels of hilarity. Watching him try to shove his bubble-wrapped foot into an MRI machine is a definitive moment of his total lack of self-awareness.
Traveling Salesmen
Season 3, Episode 12
Pairing up with Andy for a sales call reveals Michael’s hidden talent for closing deals despite his eccentric behavior. His high-energy performance in the car and the bizarre synergy with his new sycophant show both his professional skill and his massive ego.
Business School
Season 3, Episode 16
Taking the stage at Ryan’s business school, Michael attempts to be a corporate guru but ends up insulting every student in the room. The episode concludes with a rare, touching moment at Pam’s art show, proving he is often the only person who truly supports his staff.
Job Fair
Season 4, Episode 13
A local high school job fair becomes a disaster when Michael tries to recruit a 'cool' intern while being incredibly dismissive of everyone else. His meltdown over the lack of interest in Dunder Mifflin culminates in him being escorted out, cementing his legacy as a man of misguided priorities.
Lecture Circuit 1
Season 5, Episode 14
Hitting the road with Pam to share his wisdom at other branches, Michael delivers a motivational speech that quickly devolves into a desperate search for closure with Holly. The chainsaw bit and the tear-away suit highlight his obsession with theatricality and his inability to keep things professional.
Company Picnic
Season 5, Episode 26
The long-awaited reunion with Holly Flax results in an ill-conceived 'Slumdunder Mifflinaire' sketch that accidentally leaks news of the Buffalo branch closing. This episode showcases Michael’s romantic chemistry and his unintentional talent for turning a simple corporate picnic into a public relations nightmare.
Training Day
Season 7, Episode 19
The arrival of Deangelo Vickers triggers Michael's deep-seated insecurity as he prepares to pass the torch to a new manager. His frantic attempts to remain the center of attention while dealing with a boss even weirder than him make for some of the most uncomfortable scenes in his final arc.
The Inner Circle
Season 7, Episode 22
Even in his absence, the transition to a post-Michael office proves that his chaotic leadership was the glue holding the branch together. This episode highlights his lasting influence as the staff struggles to navigate a new 'inner circle' that lacks Michael’s underlying heart and unintentional comedy.