Ep 20. Stairmageddon
- TV-14
- April 11, 2013
- 21 min
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7.8 (4,607)
As the final season of The Office continues to wind down, the Dunder Mifflin employees are faced with the ultimate challenge: Stairmageddon. In this episode, the elevator breaks down, leaving everyone trapped on their respective floors, unable to move up or down.
The chaos that ensues is classic Office shenanigans, as the employees must find creative ways to communicate with one another and get their work done despite the physical limitations. Dwight, always a fan of a good challenge, takes charge and devises a system of ropes to transport items between floors. Meanwhile, Andy uses the opportunity to try and impress Erin with his musical skills, much to the annoyance of his coworkers.
As the day wears on, tensions begin to rise and certain employees succumb to the claustrophobic atmosphere. Pam, in particular, struggles to deal with Jim's absence and the lack of connection to the outside world. She spends much of the episode trying to get in touch with Jim and expressing her frustration at the situation.
Meanwhile, Kelly and Ryan use their confinement to catch up on some much-needed alone time, much to the chagrin of the other employees who are forced to listen to their amorous activities. Oscar and Angela, as always, are quick to judge and mock their coworkers for their behavior.
As the day turns into night and the employees begin to tire, it becomes clear that they may be stuck in the stairwell for some time. Ryan begins to panic, while Darryl tries to keep everyone calm and focused on getting through the ordeal together.
In the end, it's Pam who finds a solution to their problem, using her artistic skills to create a beautiful mural on the wall of the stairwell. This inspires the other employees to contribute their own skills and talents, and they begin to collaborate on a makeshift art installation to pass the time.
Stairmageddon is one of the most unique and memorable episodes of The Office, showcasing the talents of the show's ensemble cast and their ability to turn a seemingly mundane situation into a hilarious and heartwarming story. As the final season draws to a close, this episode serves as a reminder of everything that made The Office so beloved by audiences around the world.