Character Arcs
How 22 characters from The Office evolved across 9 seasons, based on topical analysis of every line of dialogue.
Jan Became funnier, Seasons 2–4
Andy Took on a sadder tone, Seasons 6–9
Nellie Became funnier, Seasons 7–9
Gabe Became funnier, Seasons 6–8
Erin Became less dramatic, Seasons 6–9
Kevin Grew more confident, Seasons 6–8
Oscar Grew more philosophical, Seasons 5–9
Kelly Played it straighter, Seasons 5–8
Ryan Became more delusional, Seasons 3–9
Holly Grew more sarcastic, Seasons 4–7
Pam Became more confrontational, Seasons 2–9
Stanley Became less confrontational, Seasons 2–9
Phyllis Became less awkward, Seasons 2–9
Darryl Leaned harder into irony, Seasons 5–9
David Wallace Played it straighter, Seasons 3–9
Dwight Grew more philosophical, Seasons 2–9
Jim Became less awkward, Seasons 1–9
Toby Dialed back the sarcasm, Seasons 3–9
Meredith Lightened up, Seasons 5–9
Angela Leaned harder into irony, Seasons 5–9
Michael Became more inspirational, Seasons 1–7
Creed Became more serious, Seasons 2–9