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The Office (US) season 8 episode 6

Doomsday

 
Dwight installs a Doomsday device that will fire employees if they make too many mistakes in order to help efficiency.
 
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The Office (US) / S08E06 : Doomsday
Season 8, Episode 6 | Aired on November 3, 2011 | TV-14 | 22 min. | NBC
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  • The Office (US) - Episode 1 - The List
    Episode 1
    The List
  • The Office (US) - Episode 2 - The Incentive
    Episode 2
    The Incentive
  • The Office (US) - Episode 3 - Lotto
    Episode 3
    Lotto
  • The Office (US) - Episode 4 - Garden Party
    Episode 4
    Garden Party
  • The Office (US) - Episode 5 - Spooked
    Episode 5
    Spooked
  • The Office (US) - Episode 6 - Doomsday
    Episode 6
    Doomsday
  • The Office (US) - Episode 7 - Pam's Replacement
    Episode 7
    Pam's Replacement
  • The Office (US) - Episode 8 - Gettysburg
    Episode 8
    Gettysburg
  • The Office (US) - Episode 9 - Mrs. California
    Episode 9
    Mrs. California
  • The Office (US) - Episode 10 - Christmas Wishes
    Episode 10
    Christmas Wishes
  • The Office (US) - Episode 11 - Trivia
    Episode 11
    Trivia
  • The Office (US) - Episode 12 - Pool Party
    Episode 12
    Pool Party
  • The Office (US) - Episode 13 - Jury Duty
    Episode 13
    Jury Duty
  • The Office (US) - Episode 14 - Special Project
    Episode 14
    Special Project
  • The Office (US) - Episode 15 - Tallahassee
    Episode 15
    Tallahassee
  • The Office (US) - Episode 16 - After Hours
    Episode 16
    After Hours
  • The Office (US) - Episode 17 - Test the Store
    Episode 17
    Test the Store
  • The Office (US) - Episode 18 - Last Day in Florida
    Episode 18
    Last Day in Florida
  • The Office (US) - Episode 19 - Get the Girl
    Episode 19
    Get the Girl
  • The Office (US) - Episode 20 - Welcome Party
    Episode 20
    Welcome Party
  • The Office (US) - Episode 21 - Angry Andy
    Episode 21
    Angry Andy
  • The Office (US) - Episode 22 - Fundraiser
    Episode 22
    Fundraiser
  • The Office (US) - Episode 23 - Turf War
    Episode 23
    Turf War
  • The Office (US) - Episode 24 - Free Family Portrait Studio
    Episode 24
    Free Family Portrait Studio

The Office (US) season 8 episode 6 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Andy leads the office in a daily "Closing Time" sing-along, symbolizing the end of the workday. Dwight introduces an Accountability Booster to curb mistakes, threatening to send an incriminating email to their boss if five errors occur. Tensions rise as the team struggles to avoid mistakes. Gabe awkwardly pursues a relationship with warehouse worker Val. In a race against time, Jim tries to intercept the email at Robert California's squash club, while others confront Dwight at his farm. Ultimately, Dwight deactivates the device, sparing the office from the email's consequences.

Full Episode S08E06 Recap

### Opening Scene: "Closing Time" Sing-Along - The office engages in an end-of-day tradition where Andy, the manager, leads a sing-along to "Closing Time" by Semisonic. - Pam Beesly reflects on hearing the song every day since Andy became manager, yet she still doesn't know the words. ### Dwight's Dream and the Mistake at the Office - Dwight Schrute shares a bizarre dream about the number two being the most valued number, hinting at his own insecurities. - An accounting mistake leads to a client receiving their order for free, causing tension among the office staff. ### Introducing the Accountability Booster - Dwight introduces a new system called the Accountability Booster to prevent mistakes in the office. - The system, which Dwight insists is not a doomsday device, will send an incriminating email to their boss, Robert California, if five mistakes are made in a day. ### Gabe's New Relationship and Safety Meeting - Gabe, from corporate, discusses starting a new relationship and insists on doing paperwork for it. - Darryl Philbin announces a mandatory warehouse safety meeting, which the staff are reluctant to attend. ### The Doomsday Device's Impact - Tensions rise as the staff tries to avoid making mistakes to prevent the doomsday email from being sent. - Jim Halpert and others attempt to guess Dwight's password to shut down the device, but to no avail. ### Dwight's Refusal and the Team's Reaction - After reaching five mistakes, Dwight refuses to shut down the device, leading to frustration and panic among the staff. - The team, desperate to prevent the email from being sent, divides into groups to try and resolve the situation. ### Attempts to Stop the Doomsday Email - Jim goes to find Robert California to prevent the email from reaching him. - Pam Beesly and others visit Dwight at his farm to reason with him, while Gabe continues his awkward romantic pursuit in the warehouse. ### The Resolution - In the final moments, Dwight decides to stop the doomsday device, preventing the email from being sent. - The office staff, relieved, reflect on their odd yet enduring relationships with each other.

Frequently Asked Questions

What song does Andy sing at the end of the day in the office?

Andy sings "Closing Time" by Semisonic.

Why does Dwight introduce the Accountability Booster in the office?

He introduces it to prevent mistakes after an accounting error leads to a client getting their order for free.

What happens if the office staff makes five mistakes in a day according to Dwight's new system?

An email gets sent to their boss, Robert California, potentially leading to negative consequences.

Who is Gabe trying to start a relationship with?

Gabe is interested in starting a relationship with Val from the warehouse.

What does the office staff do to try and guess Dwight's password for the doomsday device?

They attempt various passwords, but none are successful.

How does the office staff react to Dwight's refusal to shut down the device after five mistakes?

They express frustration and panic, trying to find ways to prevent the email from being sent.

Where does Jim go to prevent the doomsday email from reaching Robert California?

Jim goes to a club where Robert is either eating or playing squash to try and delete the email.

What is Dwight's attitude towards the doomsday device?

Dwight is initially adamant about its necessity but ultimately decides to stop it.

Does the doomsday email get sent out in the end?

No, Dwight stops the device just in time, preventing the email from being sent.

How does the episode conclude regarding the office staff's relationship with each other?

The staff reflect on their odd yet enduring relationships, indicating a sense of unity despite the day's tensions.

 
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