Thanks to streaming, memes, and a dearth of competition, The Office has had remarkable staying power for a show that did a zombie walk for its final two seasons. After a solid seven-season run ...

'The Office' Star Makes Bold Statement About Steve Carell's Exit first appeared on Parade on Jun 25, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 25, 2025, where it first appeared.

Rainn Wilson has revealed that it was a struggle for the team behind "The Office" to keep the NBC sitcom going after Steve Carell left.

But it was The Office which supercharged Carell's career — just as it also has for Wilson himself, as well as fellow co-star John Krasinski. Steve Carell as The Office's Michael Scott.

Years after Steve Carell left the cast of The Office, some fans remain divided over whether the show was better or worse after his departure. Rainn Wilson recently recalled what it was like behind ...

Steve Carell and Jenna Fischer in 'The Office' season 3. Justin Lubin/NBC/Courtesy Everett Collection Jenna Fischer thinks The Office has always been a hit — with or without Steve Carell.