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The Office has been a game-changer when it comes to sitcoms. The American mockumentary somehow ended up being much better than the British original and has established itself as one of the finest comedy masterpieces in the television industry. Whether it’s Steve Carell’s quirky Michael Scott or Jim and Pam’s oh-so-adorable relationship, The Office USA has given us so much to remember.

The Office USA (2005-13) | Credits: NBC

Thus, when it was announced that an Australian version of the series was on its way, let’s just say that people were more than skeptical. And while many people have not appreciated the first season, there are some who do see it as more than just a remake.

Is ‘The Office’ Australia really that bad? The Office Australia (2024 -) | Credits: Prime Video

The Office Australia was first announced back in May 2023 and it’s safe to say that it left the fans confused.

The Australian version of The Office is the latest take on the original UK TV show, so some fans are wondering how it stacks up against the original version as well as the beloved US version. The Office Australia is a 2024 adaptation of Ricky Gervais' mockumentary sitcom that explores the mundanity of office life through the eyes of an inept, obnoxious, and, at their core, loving boss who is just trying to make the most of a job that does not have a lot of joy in it.

While the US and UK The Offices are the most popular series, there have been several iterations of the template from different countries. In total, 16 countries have a The Office version, and the Australian version, which debuted in October 2024 on Amazon Prime Video, is the latest. This series is set in a packaging company in Sydney, Australia, just after the end of the Covid-19 pandemic,...

The Office is so popular that the concept has been remade for many different countries. Though it started in the UK with Ricky Gervais' David Brent leading a cast of eccentric characters, the story was soon redone for US audiences with Steve Carell's Michael Scott in charge of the workplace. However, the latest version of the story, The Office Australia, makes one major change that points out the biggest flaw of its predecessors, particularly the beloved US series. In this iteration, the boss is Hannah Howard (Felicity Ward), marking the first time a woman has led the show. Ward met sexist backlash by saying, "Of course, they're gonna come for me." The actress takes it in stride, having experienced this kind of hatred, and has continued to do her best as the character.

The Office fans have moved overseas and we seem to have mixed feelings about our new work place. The Australian version of The Office is now streaming on Prime Video and if you're unsure about it we're here to help by sharing what both critics and fans have to say.

Fans of the original series starring Steve Carell and John Krasinski were apprehensive about the launch of a remake. Simply put, The Office is a precious gem to many. Based on the British series of the same name (starring Ricky Gervais), The Office 2024 takes us to Australia, where audiences follow the employees of Finley Craddick, a packaging company. The concept of both the British series and the American version are the same, more or less. It is a workplace comedy/mockumentary. What brings it to life are the colorful characters, all led by a larger-than-life boss.

In 2024's The Office,...

The new Australian reboot of The Office has become a smash hit for Prime Video, despite some intense backlash from the sitcom's die-hard fan base. Starring Felicity Ward, the new series takes place at the Aussie packaging company, Finley Craddick, who are trying to bounce back after the Covid pandemic forced everyone to work from home. The new show stars a female lead (which fans are way more upset about than they have any right to be), and Australian counterparts for all your favorite Dunder Mifflin employees.

According to statistics released by Amazon, The Office Au has shattered international viewing figures for Prime Video. The reboot shot to the number one spot in its resident country of Australia, and has held the coveted position since its release on October 18, 2024. The show also reached the Top 10 in over 100 countries, including New Zealand and Singapore. While the new reboot has been a...

Exclusive: Kylie Washington has just overseen the launch of three BBC television mega brands in Australia, and readily admits the pressure has been on. The BBC Studios Anz General Manager and Creative Director of Production knows new versions of Death in Paradise, The Office and Top Gear require full attention to succeed, especially with buyers hesitant to put their hands in their pockets and more willing than ever to pull the trigger on disappointments.

“From my personal BBC Studios perspective, we’re on a great run,” says the Sydney-based exec. “We have commissions across the majority of networks with a very broad mix of genres. You never know which runner will have its moment in the light, so it’s important to be the best at all of them, to play to your strengths.”

Return to Paradise, the Australia-set spin-off of British cozy crime drama Death in Paradise, certainly had a moment in the light,...

Prime Video is moving forward with another remake of The Office, with Michael Scott's counterpart detailed. Although adaptations of the popular workplace comedy are nothing new, with the NBC hit itself an adaptation of the Ricky Gervais original, the latest Australian iteration of The Office has received a bigger spotlight and so far split reactions from both audiences and critics.

Variety confirms that Prime Video is moving forward with a Mexican remake of The Office, which hails from Amazon MGM Studios. The project will be titled La Oficina and available in Latin America, Brazil, and Spain. The remake hails from Gary Gaz Alazraki, who will direct and executive produce. Marcos Bucay, meanwhile, serves as showrunner on the project that is part of the overall deal signed between Amazon MGM Studios and production company Mquina Vega.

La Oficina takes place in the Mexican state of Aguascalientes. There, the office will be led by Jernimo Ponce III,...

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Well, here we go again. The Office — the still-influential mockumentary sitcom created in 2001 by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant — returns in yet another regional guise. Like any good expanding business looking for mass market penetration, this series has had international branches in almost every time zone: there’s been Le Bureau in France, Konttori in Finland, Os Aspones in Brazil. But The Office, Australian edition, is significant for being only the third English-language take, after the original British vintage and the all-conquering American version, which ran for nine seasons and remains one of the most streamed shows of all time.

All of which begs the question: why would we need another one? Surely by now, most people in Australia will have already seen this workplace comedy in either its British or American iteration? Not to mention the fact that, post-pandemic, the physical bricks-and-mortar...

We're heading twenty thousand leagues under the sea, behind the scenes of a superhero blockbuster, and returning to the therapist's sofa in a jam-packed episode of the Pilot TV Podcast this week. First up, on the guesting front, Captain Nemo himself, Shazad Latif, joins us this week to chat Nautilus on Prime Video with our very own journalistic old sea dog James Dyer [26:53 — 43:02 approx]. Later, The Office Australia star Felicity Ward also stops by to chat dance moves, the pressure of being the next David Brent/Michael Scott, and the smell of breaking waters with the Gareth of our office, Jordan King [1:02:33 — 1:20:04 approx].

Back in the pod booth, the pod squad discuss what they've been watching this week (mostly Rivals and The Devil's Hour S2); tackle a tricky listener's question on chameleonic actors; and get stuck into a pretty surprisingly light week for TV news, which included Slow Horses' Season 6 renewal and...

The Australian remake of The Office has bombed on review site Rotten Tomatoes mere days after the full first season was released on streaming. Based on the hit British mockumentary sitcom of the same name, created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, The Office 2024 is the second international iteration of the show, following the hugely successful NBC adaptation starring Steve Carrell as Michael Scott, which aired from 2005 to 2012. The new reboot of The Office stars an ensemble cast, including Felicity Ward, Shari Sebbens, and Steen Raskopoulos, and debuted on Prime Video on October 18.

Unlike its predecessors, the show has not been particularly well received, and according to review aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes, the show has received poor audience reviews, but, interestingly, has received positive reviews from critics. At the time of writing, the show has posted an audience score of 32% from more than 50 reviews, showing that the show has...

The latest remake of beloved sitcom The Office features its first female lead, with Felicity Ward starring as the new boss, Hannah Howard. The idea of another remake, and a female-led one at that, has led to certain section of society (otherwise known as sexists) flat-out rejecting the series, as well as resulting in a lot of backlash online. As is sadly the way these days. Now, in an interview with THR, Ward has responded directly to the negative reaction directed at both the show and her in the lead role, saying, Ive been a stand-up comedian for 16 years. Ive had this sh*t before, like that just exists.

I mean, its like everyones asking me Do you feel the pressure? And Ive heard that 40 times in the last week. Are you feeling pressure, Felicity? Are you getting the pressure? What do you think of the pressure? Hows the pressure getting to you?...

The Office created a major sensation in the mockumentary sitcom genre in 2005. The public was still reeling from the conclusion of Friends, so it gave them the much-needed alternative for their laughter-filled evenings. Based on the British series of the same name, it starred Steve Carell as the lead Michael Scott. After its conclusion in 2013, fans were excited about the possibility of a reunion or a reboot.

A still from The Office | Credits: NBC

But when the same happened, it gathered a mixed bag of reactions online. In an interesting turn of events, The Office did come back, but this time with an Australian twist. And also featured the franchise’s first female boss, causing an uproar online.

Felicity Ward Claps Back at Trolls, Calls Out Gender Discrimination Over the Office Role

The Office brought out several emotions and was a point of heartbreak when it concluded after nine seasons.

Steve Carell snagging the role of Michael Scott over a Breaking Bad star? Yeah, that twist might sound crazy, but once you dig into Carell’s philosophy, it all starts making sense. Back when The Office was hunting for its lead, Carell didn’t just deliver laughs—he brought a whole vibe, a depth that went beyond slapstick.

Steve Carell in The Office | Credits: NBC

Meanwhile, his competitor, though talented, couldn’t quite nail the same magic Carell radiated. It wasn’t just about the jokes—it was Carell’s belief that comedy hits hardest when it’s wrapped in authenticity. That’s what gave him the edge, hands down.

How Steve Carell’s ‘Buffoon’ Philosophy Led to His Michael Scott Success Over Bob Odenkirk Bob Odenkirk as Saul Goodman in Better Call Saul | Credit: Sony Pictures)

Steve Carell outshining Bob Odenkirk to land the role of Michael Scott on The Office sounds pretty wild.

When the US version of The Office was first announced, the reception to it wasn’t initially great, as fans of the Ricky Gervais show weren’t convinced if the Steve Carell-led version could live up to the original. Two decades later, Aussie star Felicity Ward has found herself in a similar position, as fans of the US version, especially that of Michael Scott, aren’t too thrilled about the new reimagining with a female boss at the center.

Felicity Ward in The Office remake | Credit: Prime Video

However, the Wakefield star has remained unscathed by the whole internet backlash, and she didn’t back down from addressing the controversy.

Felicity Ward Wasn’t Surprised by The Office Backlash The Office remake | Credit: Amazon Prime Video

To some extent, Felicity Ward can understand the anger among fans, as the actress expressed she was once angry because of the Point Break remake,...

Taking over Steve Carell’s role in The Office is no small feat, and Felicity Ward knew exactly what she was stepping into when she joined The Office Australia. With Carell’s Michael Scott being such an iconic character, it’s no wonder fans weren’t too thrilled about the change. The internet didn’t hold back its opinions, and Ward was already aware of how intense the fanbase could get.

Felicity Ward as Hannah Howard in The Office Australia | Credits: Prime Video

But despite the looming comparisons, Ward is ready to give her own spin on the chaotic workplace comedy. While fans may be skeptical, The Office Australia has the chance to make its own mark—if Ward can navigate through the shadow of Scranton’s most infamous boss.

Felicity Ward Takes the Helm in The Office Australia: Embracing the Challenge Ahead Steve Carell in The Office | Credits: NBC...

The Office remake star Felicity Ward explains how her version of the series is different from the American and British versions. Ward plays Hannah Howard in the Australian version of The Office, which released on Prime Video in Australia and multiple other nations today. In addition to Ward, Australia's The Office features a leading cast including Edith Poor, Steen Raskopoulos, Shari Sebbens, Jonny Brugh, Josh Thomson, Raj Labade, and Susan Lin Young. It does not yet have a release date for the Prime Video launch in the United States.

Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, Ward speaks on how the Australian version of The Office compares with the previous version. According to the actor, "Hannah is more similar to Michael Scott" than David Brent if one compares the Australian show with both the UK and US versions. She also mentions that "the show itself has more space," comparing it to the...

The Office remake star Felicity Ward comments on the backlash towards her gender-swapped manager character, Hannah Howard. Based on the hit BBC show created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, the American version of The Office aired on NBC from 2005 to 2013, with Steve Carell's Michael Scott serving as the centerpiece of the show. Now, in addition to a reboot of The Office, an Australian remake of the show has now arrived on Prime Video, following Howard as she manages a struggling branch of Flinley Craddick.

In a recent interview with THR, Ward addresses the backlash to the Australian remake of The Office, and her character, in particular. Ward ultimately isn't fazed by the vitriol, revealing that, as a female stand up comedian, she's been dealing with situations like this for years. She also, however, reveals that she understands why some feel the need to lash out, sympathizing with what...

“New Office. New Aussie boss.”

That’s the tagline for the new Australian version of The Office, that launches Oct. 18 on Amazon Prime Video everywhere, except the U.S. The latest iteration — the thirteenth different country version of the BBC workplace sitcom created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant that incredibly first hit screens in 2001 — has garnered a lot of chatter on social media, YouTube and in the global press, not least because it is another accessible English-language adaptation that follows the beloved British and U.S. versions, but also because it is the first adaptation that features a female boss.

The set-up to the Aussie Office follows the tried and tested franchise formula: the mockumentary style, the boredom, the assortment of odd ball characters, the will-they-won’t-they office romance, and of course the overconfident, delusional boss lacking in self awareness. Australian standup comedian and actress Felicity Ward heads the cast of the Aussie Office,...

No! God! No! God! Please! No! Yes, The Office has been remade once again, this time in Australia. Prime Video is at the helm of the latest take, transporting audiences to a new office with a new boss in Felicity Wards Hannah Howard, who gets word that her branch will be shut down to work remotely. The idea of another remake of the hit sitcom was not met well by fans, and the reviews are now in, so how does The Office Australia fare against both the award-winning British original and its beloved U.S. counterpart?

We begin with a scathing review from Luke Buckmaster of The Guardian, who gives the remake just 1/5 and calls the series an edgeless reboot doomed for the shredder.

The Office Australia is so lacking in distinctive flavour, and so adherent to such a generic format, that it feels like it belongs to nowhere. Perhaps even nowhen,...

Last month Hwei Loke was upped as the new head of Amazon Prime Video Australia and New Zealand, ahead of perhaps the territory’s biggest ever local originals launch, the Aussie version of The Office, which debuts everywhere except the U.S. on Oct. 18.

Loke, a 15-year marketing veteran who has had stints at Disney, Australia’s Sbs and Nickelodeon, takes the reins at Prime Video Anz as the company basks in the critical glow and global ratings success of a number of recent local originals, including the Aussie noir comedy Deadloch (boasting a 100 percent Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes and ranking in Prime Video’s Top 10 TV shows in more than 165 countries, including the U.S., the U.K. and Canada) and the Sigourney Weaver-starring drama The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart (Prime Video Anz’s biggest local release globally to date that reached the top five overall...

Felicity Ward steps into the role of Hannah Howard, managing director of Finley Craddick Packaging in Sydney. Under her eccentric leadership, the tiny office faces potential closure as remote work grows more accepted. But Hannah refuses to let her quirky “family” disband so easily. With humor and heart, director Julie De Fina explores this band of misfits fighting to justify their workspace.

Hannah battles stubborn regional director Alisha by cooking up schemes to boost profits, like forcing staff back full-time. It’s a sad yet sincere tactic, familiar to fans of David Brent’s pre-pandemic antics. Though meant well, Hannah’s plans stir office chaos instead of dollars. Steadying this storm is loyal assistant Lizzie, with flair for productivity matched only by love for taunting colleague Nick. Their rivalry, like Jim and Dwight’s, brings light relief.

Elsewhere emerge colorful characters like people-pleasing Hr manager Martin, anxious It whiz Lloyd prone to wardrobe malfunctions,...

When you think of spin-offs, one of the most popular that comes to mind is naturally The Office. First spun from the BBC production of the same name by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, the workplace sitcom became a global staple, with audiences quickly latching on to its charm. Yet as it goes, the most beloved iteration remains the American version, with Steve Carells Michael Scott embodying a uniquely awkward, try-hard energy that echoes Gervais David Brent. Years after that series finale, the franchise has now landed in Australia and swaps the bumbling male boss for Hannah Howard (Felicity Ward), a regional manager with a distinct brand of misguided enthusiasm. Following the Prime Video series' trailer debut, the thirteenth adaptation in The Office franchise received backlash online some of it rooted in explicit sexism rather than any real flaw. But having reviewed the shows rather hilarious first season, its exciting...

So many stars stepped out to attend the Prime Video Presents “Trailblazers” Showcase on Tuesday (October 1) in London, England.

The likes of Priyanka Chopra, Octavia Spencer and Bryce Dallas Howard hit the red carpet at Queen Elizabeth Hall for the event.

We pulled together photos of 15 celebrities on the red carpet at the event. Head inside to see who was there and what they were wearing!

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Octavia Spencer

Fyi: Octavia is wearing St. John.

Priyanka Chopra

Asha Banks

Bryce Dallas Howard

Matilda De Angelis

Amy Pascal

Clara Amfo

Najwa Nimri

Maria Sten

Megan Richards

Sophia Nomvete

Cynthia Addai-Robinson

Markella Kavenagh

Jessica Raine

Felicity Ward

If you missed it, we recently got photos of Priyanka with costar Richard Madden on the set of Citadel! Check out the cast list for the Prime Video show’s second season.

Their years-long rewatch of “The Office” may be coming to an end, but “Office Ladies” is just getting started. On the Oct. 2 episode of “Office Ladies,” hosts Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey announced the next phase of their popular podcast — which will begin when they complete their rewatch of the Emmy-winning comedy later this month.

As of early November, “Office Ladies” will move to a twice-a-week format. The Wednesday episodes will be called “Office Ladies 6.0″ — the new title is a reference to the Season 1 episode “Hot Girl,” when boss Michael Scott (Steve Carell) insults Pam (Fischer), by comparing her to traveling purse saleswoman Katy (Amy Adams). “You’re like the new and improved Pam!” Michael says in front of both of them, causing the awkwardness in which he revels. “Pam 6.0.” The first guest on “Office Ladies 6.0″ — on the Nov. 6 episode — will be the person responsible for bringing together the show’s ensemble,...

The Office remake's Michael Scott counterpart was "approved" by the show's original star. The mockumentary sitcom originally began as a British series created by and starring Ricky Gervais as David Brent, the office's general manager, which ran for two seasons from 2001 to 2003. The American version, adapted for NBC by Greg Daniels, starred Steve Carell as the regional manager Michael Scott, airing for nine seasons from 2005 to 2013. Now, two more remakes of The Office are on the way, including an Australian version starring Felicity Ward as managing director Hannah Howard.

Appearing at Prime Video's Trailblazers event celebrating women in film and television (via Deadline), Felicity Ward revealed that Ricky Gervais "approved" of her female lead in the Australian version of The Office. Not only did the show's original creator and star approve, but he was "very excited" about the prospect of a female lead, Ward revealed. Read her full comments below:...

The fan base may have preemptively turned against the female-led, Australian reboot of The Office, but the new series has the approval of the World's Best Boss himself... Ricky Gervais. The Office Au (it should have been called The Office Down Under) stars Felicity Ward as Hannah Howard, the branch manager of Flinley Craddick, a box company based in Sydney. The new series features Aussie versions of fan-favorite characters, both from the U.K. and the U.S. versions of the show. Despite being the 11th international remake of The Office, the Australian version has garnered particular hatred from fans, partly due to its female lead.

Speaking at the Prime Video Presents: Trailblazers event (via Variety), Felicity Ward discussed her leading role in the series, and the backlash towards the new reboot. The comedian and actress didn't seem phased by the negative backlash from bigoted fans, because she has approval...

This new Brent is okay. Australian actress Felicity Ward has revealed Ricky Gervais “approved” of her interpretation of his iconic awful boss character in The Office.

Actor and comedian Ward is playing Hannah Howard in The Office Australia, which launches on Prime Video outside of the U.S. on October 18. Though the show has been remade in numerous countries, with the famous David Brent character reinterpreted many time, this marks the first time the gender has been changed.

Ward was appearing at the Prime Video Trailblazers event celebrating women in film and TV here in London today. “Ricky Gervais has approved of a female lead — he’s very excited about a female lead,” she half-joked to an audience today, adding: “Just in case anyone is angry.”

Upon announcement of the show, Brent had said in a statement: “Office politics have changed a bit in 20 years, so can’t wait to...

Felicity Ward, star of Australia’s forthcoming “The Office” adaptation, has reassured any concerned fans that Ricky Gervais personally approved her casting.

“Ricky Gervais has approved a female lead, he’s very excited about a female lead — just in case anyone is angry,” Ward quipped during the Prime Video Presents: Trailblazers event on Tuesday in London, where she debuted a trailer from the series.

Asked about how she was feeling about the show’s imminent release on Prime Video in Australia and the U.K. on Oct. 18, she said jokingly: “Pretty chill actually. English people and people that love ‘The Office,’ they’re like, ‘Hey, whatever you do with it is fine.'”

Ward is set to play Hannah Howard, manager of Sydney-based box company Flinley Craddick, in a gender-flipped version of Gervais’ iconic paper company boss David Brent.

“I did zero preparation, because I read the script and I’m like,...

As we head toward Halloween, it's time to set up a packed schedule of entertainment to keep you warm and delighted. Prime Video is also gearing up with a slew of new, intriguing TV shows for this October, including highly anticipated sequels to popular shows, gripping international content, and a few thrillers.

While Prime Video has always been known for its versatility, thanks to its emphasis on providing something for everyone, October 2024 is jam-packed with an array of television shows, including a few highly anticipated spinoffs/remakes from popular franchises. On the other hand, there are also a few original series that you might want to check out, especially since not everyone has an appetite for remakes. So, without further ado, here's a list of every TV series available on Prime Video in October 2024.

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Prime Video is ready with an entertainment-packed October this year. The upcoming month will see the return of some of Prime Video’s best original shows including The Legend of Vox Machina and also new hit movies like Challengers. Just like every month, Prime Video is ready to overload you with great content. So, we’re here to tell you about the 12 new movies and TV shows coming to Prime Video in October 2024.

Challengers (October 1)

Challengers is a romantic sports drama film directed by Luca Guadagnino from a screenplay by Justin Kuritzkes. The 2024 film revolves around a love triangle between an injured tennis star turned coach, her low-circuit tennis player ex-boyfriend, and her tennis champion husband in a span of 13 years. Challengers stars Zendaya, Josh O’Connor, and Mike Faist in the lead roles with Darnell Appling, Shane Harris,...

With another The Office remake on the way, the release of the first trailer has revealed the new version's decision to copy a choice also made by the US adaptation - but there's no guarantee it'll pay off this time around. The Office's US cast will go down in history as one of the greatest ensembles in TV history. The workplace comedy was incredibly character-led, and the quality of the acting and comedic timing were huge factors in the show's success.

The remake in question shouldn't be confused with the upcoming reboot of The Office - which will be a continuation set in the same world as the US version, but with a new set of characters. The trailer that's been released is more of a traditional remake, and this much is clear from the teaser footage shown. So, there could conceivably be a time when there are two...

Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s The Office has been remade once again, this time in Australia. Here’s the trailer.

Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s original version of The Office launched on the BBC in 2001. It introduced the world to boss from hell David Brent (Gervais) as he attempted to look good in front of the cameras documenting his workplace, paper merchants Wernham Hogg, alongside staff including Tim (Martin Freeman) Gareth (Mackenzie Crook) and Dawn (Lucy Davis).

All while trying to stay onside with bullying best mate Chris Finch (Ralph Ineson) and, in the second series, his new boss from the Swindon branch, Neil (Patrick Baladi).

Gervais and Merchant took cringe comedy to the extreme, with Brent becoming a byword for social awkwardness and inappropriate behaviour.

Since then, there have been 13 international versions, with Greg Daniels’ American version starring Steve Carrell being far and away the most successful,...

After the American adaptation of The Office UK, garnered positive reviews and great appreciation, Australia recently attempted the mockumentary-style comedy. Dropping the first trailer for The Office Australian on September 18, the Prime Video comedy series caused an uproar on the internet.

A still from The Office Australia | image: Prime Video

Despite high expectations surrounding the Australian remake, which is set to hit the streamer on October 18, 2024, the trailer for the upcoming show turned out to be rather underwhelming for fans. The expected excitement unfortunately got rivaled by the collective cringe of fans everywhere.

Prime Video Released the First Trailer for The Office Australia

In the entertainment sector, where remakes and reboots have become the reigning sovereign in recent times, Australia tried its hands at remaking its own version of the popular comedy series, The Office. Following the success of both, the UK and the American version, the Aussies attempted to create their own,...

The days of Michael Scott serving as the boss of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company's Scranton branch are long over, but The Office continues to expand its franchise with more spinoffs. The next one will imagine office life in Australia, and a sneak peek has been reavealed by way of a new trailer.

Shared by Prime Video ahead of the show's Oct. 18 premiere, the trailer introduces Felicity Ward as Hannah Howard, marking the first time a female actor has led an Office series. Hannah works as the managing director of a packaging company that's not so different from Dunder Mifflin, as she's even joined by several characters who may feel reminiscent of those from the well-known UK and United States versions of The Office. The trailer, posted to YouTube, can be watched below.

Related Peacock's The Office Sequel Series Gets 3 New Cast Members

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The Office’s getting an Aussie twist, but not everyone’s loving it! In the latest remake, Australia’s taking a bold step by flipping the script—literally—turning Steve Carell’s iconic Michael Scott into a female boss. While some fans are pumped to see a fresh take on the legendary character, others aren’t so sure if the magic can be recaptured Down Under.

Steve Carell as Michael Scott in The Office | NBC

Swapping Michael for a female lead’s definitely stirred the pot, with debates raging over whether this new version will live up to the original’s quirky charm. One thing’s for sure: the new Office’s going to have fans talking, and we’re all tuning in to see how it plays out!

The Office’s Australian Remake Sparks Fan Outrage as First Trailer Divides Opinions The main cast of The Office | NBC

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Prime Video has released the first trailer for the female-led, Australian version of The Office. Starring Felicity Ward as Hannah Howard (the Australian equivalent of Michael Scott), the series puts a more modern spin on the now well-worn workplace mockumentary sitcom. Set in the present day, the series follows the employees of Finley Craddick as they're forced back into the office full-time, following the Covid pandemic.

The new trailer gives audiences the best look yet at the show's zany cast of characters. No office manager would be complete without their own Dwight Schrute, and Hannah's comes in the form of productivity manager Lizzie (Edith Poor). Finley Craddick even has its own Jim and Pam stand-ins in Nick (Steen Raskopoulos) and Greta (Shari Sebbens). The trailer features much of the same cringy, awkward humor that defined both the U.K. and U.S. versions of the show. Check out the trailer below:

Of course,...

Prime Video has launched the trailer for the Australian version comedy series ‘The Office.’

Comedian and actor Felicity Ward is the first woman to play the iconic lead role, 23 years after the series first debuted with the British version with Ricky Gervais as David Brent.

The highly-anticipated Australian version is the thirteenth adaptation of the global hit franchise and follows the employees at a packaging company, Flinley Craddick in Sydney.

When Hannah gets news from the Head Office that they will be shutting down her branch and making everyone work from home, she goes into survival mode, making promises she can’t keep in order to keep her “work family” together. The staff of Flinley Craddick indulge her and must endure Hannah’s outlandish plots as they work toward the impossible targets that have been set for them.

The series stars Felicity Ward as Hannah Howard, managing director, Flinley Craddick,...

The Office is back! Well, a version of it.

Amazon Prime Video has released the first trailer to the Australian adaptation of Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s enduring classic comedy series The Office, and we finally get a proper glimpse at the Aussie variants of Brent, Tim, Dawn, Gareth and more.

With NBC’s follow-up to the U.S. adaptation of The Office still in development, global fans of the franchise can sate themselves in the meantime with an Aussie attempt at the mockumentary-style comedy.

Just one (big) catch, though: The Office Australia will be available on Prime Video in 240 countries and territories worldwide from Oct. 18, except, that is, in the U.S. That’s nothing a Vpn can’t fix, however, if you’re really keen.

In the clip released Wednesday, we see Hannah Howard (Felicity Ward), the managing director of Sydney-based packaging company Flinley Craddick, trying and...

Gaumont CEO Sidonie Dumas To Receive Int’l Emmy Directorate Award

Gaumont CEO Sidonie Dumas is set to be honored with the 2024 International Emmy Directorate Award, the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has announced. Dumas has been head of the 129-year-old French film and TV company since 2010. The French exec has been credited with moving with the times to expand the company into TV. Early series coming to fruition under her watch included Netflix hits Narcos and Lupin, while more recent high profile productions span Karl Lagerfeld biographic series Becoming Karl; German historical drama The Interpreter of Silence for Disney and the recently announced series about the Gucci family saga. “Sidonie Dumas has strategically and successfully pivoted Gaumont’s main business from theatrical to television with major international expansion and key deals from Europe and Latin America to Hollywood,” said Iatas President CEO Bruce L. Paisner. “We look forward...

Time Bandits' travels has come to an end. Apple TV+ has cancelled the fantasy adventure series after one season, which premiered on the streaming service on July 24th.

Lisa Kudrow, Kal-El Tuck, Tadhg Murphy, Roger Jean Nsengiyumva, Rune Temte, Charlyne Yi, Rachel House, Kiera Thompson, James Dryden, Felicity Ward, Francesca Mills, and Imaan Hadchiti star in the series inspired by the 1981 film of the same name. Created by Jemaine Clement, Iain Morris, and Taika Waititi, Time Bandits follows a rag-tag team of time-traveling thieves looking for treasure.

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“Time Bandits”, the new10-episode ‘time-travel’ TV series, directed by Taika Waititi, starring Lisa Kudrow, Tadhg Murphy, Roger Jean Nsengiyumva, Rune Temte, Charlyne Yi, Rachel House, Kiera Thompson, James Dryden, Felicity Ward, Francesca Mills, Tadhg Murphy and Imaan Hadchiti, has been canceled after one season of streaming on Apple TV+:

“…’Time Bandits’ follows an eccentric crew of bandits as they embark on epic adventures, even while evil forces threaten life as they know it. The group is transported through time and space, stumbling upon fascinating worlds of the distant past and seeking out treasure.

“As all this happens, they witness the creation of ‘Stonehenge’, they see the ‘Trojan Horse’, flee from dinosaurs in the prehistoric age, wreak havoc during medieval times, experience the ‘Ice Age’, ancient civilizations…”.

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“Time Bandits” has been canceled by Apple TV+ after one season, Variety has confirmed.

The fantasy series, starring Lisa Kudrow, follows a group of thieves and their newest recruit — an 11-year-old boy named Kevin (Kal-El Tuck) — hopping across time and space to plunder riches. Jemaine Clement, Iain Morris and Taika Waititi created the series adaptation of Terry Gilliam’s 1981 cult classic, with Clement and Morris serving as co-showrunners.

Along with Kudrow and Tuck, the cast includes Tadhg Murphy, Roger Jean Nsengiyumva, Charlyne Yi, Rune Temte, Rachel House, Kiera Thompson, James Dryden, Felicity Ward, Francesca Mills and Imaan Hadchiti.

Clement, Morris and Waititi wrote and directed select episodes of “Time Bandits” Season 1; they also executive produced alongside Garrett Basch, Jane Stanton for Handmade Films and Tim Coddington. The now-defunct Paramount TV Studios produced with Anonymous Content’s AC Studios and MRC Television.

In July, Morris spoke to Variety about introducing “Time Bandits” to a new audience.

Time Bandits‘ latest adventure has come to an end. Apple TV+ has opted not to renew the series adaptation of Terry Gilliam’s cult classic film for a second season. The news comes almost a month after the 10-episode first season of the fantasy series starring Lisa Kudrow ended its run, released in batches of two episodes weekly.

The development is not entirely surprising. Despite the nostalgia factor and mostly favorable reviews (78% on Rotten Tomatoes), Time Bandits, created by Jemaine Clement, Iain Morris and Taika Waititi, did not attract large enough audience and was not able to crack Nielsen’s Top 10 streaming rankings.

After the initial round of the streaming wars where gaining market share was the sole objective, streamers have been applying a more disciplined approach in their shift to profitability,...

The Australian adaptation of the iconic comedy series, The Office, premieres on Prime Video on 18 October. This version marks the thirteenth iteration of the global franchise and is the first to feature a woman in the central role. Comedian and actor Felicity Ward stars as Hannah Howard, the managing director of packaging company Flinley […]

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The Office is going Down Under! Here’s what to know about the Australian version of the classic comedy!

The Office has had a fascinating history. Premiering in England in 2001, it was a mockumentary about a paper company branch with Ricky Gervais in his star-making role as its manager. Much of the comedy stemmed from Gervais believing he was a respected boss loved by his peers when he was really an incompetent, arrogant jerk.

The show’s impact has been felt as adaptations have been seen in over a dozen countries around the world. The most famous is the NBC version that ran nine seasons and made stars out of Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, and more.

There are plans for a sequel series called The Paper to air on Peacock in 2025. But before that, Prime Video will release the Australian take on the show that offers...

The Office is getting another international remake, this time by way of Australia. The acclaimed British sitcom, created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, was a major hit in the UK, and when NBC decided to remake the series on US soil, it soon became an international sensation, currently enjoying endless rewatches on streaming platforms. Now, as well as the confirmed US spinoff, The Office is getting the reboot treatment once again. While many fans only know the UK and US versions, the American remake is actually the second international reboot of the original series. To date, The Office has been remade in 12 countries, with the new Australian version becoming number 11.

Deadline has confirmed that the new series will run for 8 episodes, with all episodes being available to stream on Prime Video on October 18. Alongside an official episode count and release date, the report featured the first official image of Hannah Howard,...

An Australian remake of The Office debuts Oct. 18 on Prime Video with a female lead character. Hannah Howard, who is played by Felicity Ward, will be the franchise's first-ever female boss. A loose spinoff of The Office is also being made for Peacock, but there have already been international versions of the sitcom.

The Office's Australian remake reveals the first image of Michael Scott's replacement. A loose spinoff of The Office is coming to Peacock, which will feature the same documentary camera crew from the Steve Carell series. The project, currently titled The Paper, hails from The Office U.S. creator Greg Daniels and Michael Koman. It has already cast two key roles, with Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore joining the project. However, there's another version of the seminal comedy that is on the way very soon.

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You cringed at David Brent. You came to love Michael Scott. Now, get ready to meet Hannah Howard – the latest nightmare boss in a new take on The Office. The legendary comedy sitcom – which originated with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s 2001 mockumentary series in the UK, and spawned the mega-smash US version in 2005 – is now delivering a version from Australia, ready to send audiences to the corporate culture of Down Under. The series – officially titled The Office, but sure to be known as ‘The Australian Office’, or ‘The Office Australia’ once it arrives – is coming to Prime Video in the UK from 18 October.

This time, The Office won’t take place at a paper company like Wernham Hogg or Dunder Mifflin – it’ll be set at Flinley Craddock, a packaging company where major cuts are about to threaten the workforce. It’s up to Hannah Howard to try and keep everything together.

The Office was originally created as a UK show but the U.S. remake became even more popular. Now Australia has a new The Office spinoff and it will feature the first-ever female boss.

The Office Australia will premiere on Prime Video, and the streaming service has just debuted the first look at the upcoming spinoff, Deadline confirms. The series will have Felicity Ward as Hannah Howard, the new boss. Ward starred in The Inbetweeners 2, the miniseries Wakefield, and appeared in several episodes of the Apple TV+ series Time Bandits. The streaming platform has also unveiled the release date, scheduled to hit Prime Video on Oct. 18.

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Steve Carell has starred in some comedic gems in the 2000s embodying characters that have been etched into people’s minds. No one can forget his hilarious role as Brick Tamland in 2004’s Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy or his amusing and lovable performance in The 40-Year-Old Virgin. However, Michael Scott from The Office remains the most celebrated role of his career.

Ricky Gervais as David Brent in The Office | Credits: BBC

The show was a reinterpretation/adaptation of the beloved UK version of the same name which was created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. Back then, people were apprehensive of the US version and the first season didn’t necessarily impress them. The show is now a phenomenon and the upcoming Australian reboot of the show is receiving the same treatment from audiences.

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