I’ve always been a fan of The Office, and I must say, those Halloween costumes were nothing short of genius! Among all the quirky characters, it’s hard to pick a favorite, but if I had to, it would be Creed as the Joker from Season 5.
Regardless of whether each season of “The Office” featured a Halloween episode or not, it remained a significant aspect of the series. In total, five out of nine seasons have dedicated episodes focusing on Halloween, while you can also include Andy’s “Sweeney Todd” play and the cut Halloween opening scene from Season 6’s “Koi Pond.” As a result, there is an abundance of Halloween-related excitement throughout – from costumes to numerous costumes. The Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch takes their annual costume contest quite seriously, with the quality of costumes improving as the show progresses.
Let me share with you the ten most popular Halloween costumes seen on the series during its entire duration. We’ve arranged them in order from least favorite to favorite, considering factors such as creativity, suitability for the characters, and when they appeared in the plot. Have fun checking them out!
10. Andy as a cat in Season 5
As a gaming enthusiast, I’ve got to say that cats are quite the recurring motif in the show’s Halloween specials. In Season 2 alone, Pam, Phyllis, and Angela all donned cat costumes. However, it was Andy (Ed Helms) who truly stole the show with his exceptional feline portrayal in the “Employee Transfer” episode of Season 5.
Among all the costumes, his stands out as the most ornate, resembling something you’d see on a character from “Cats.” It’s also a telling sign of the extreme nature of his attachment to cat-loving Angela, considering it appears several episodes before his dramatic split with his fiancée.
9. Gabe as Lady Gaga in Season 7
The episode “Costume Contest” from Season 7 showcases a variety of impressive outfits, yet one that stands out as somewhat unsettling is Gabe’s (Zach Woods) questionable portrayal of Lady Gaga. He saunters about, dropping vague allusions, such as his “My-my-my poker face” remark, which only serves to diminish the scant respect his colleagues have for him even more.
In my opinion, this costume stands out not just because of its design, but also due to who wore it – it fits perfectly with the quirky persona of Gabe. His attempt at embodying a powerful female pop star from Tallahassee was classic Gabe, and it certainly added an extra layer of discomfort that seemed fitting for the strange and unsettling nature of the holiday.
8. Jim as Dave in Season 5
In simpler terms, Jim (John Krasinski) often underplays his involvement in Halloween activities at “The Office,” which is a characteristic trait of the series. He gives a hint of disinterest while also ensuring he doesn’t miss out on the fun.
In Seasons 2 and 6, we encounter three different versions of Jim: the three-hole-punch Jim, “Book Face” Jim, and a costume so small it’s barely bigger than a post-it note. However, the most authentic Jim costume appears in Season 5’s “Employee Transfer,” when he dons a name tag that reads “Dave.” This moment symbolizes the lowest point of his costuming endeavors, yet conceptually, it’s one of the most significant costumes in the series.
7. Oscar as Rational Consumer in Season 7
Oscar Martinez’s (Óscar Núñez) character in “The Office” consistently showcases his Halloween brand, which often takes on a controversial political slant. This is evident through his costumes, including Uncle Sam in season 5, Sarah Palin in season 6, Anthony Weiner in season 8, and a combination of dinosaur and Electoral College in season 9.
Much like Jim’s casual yet clever take on Halloween, Oscar shines in the “Costume Contest” scene by abandoning his elaborate costume and strutting his stuff as “The Rational Consumer.” His subtle sarcasm (with a hint of Edward James Olmos charm) pays off, earning him the victory in the competition.
6. Creed as himself in Season 9
Credd Bratton’s Halloween style is nothing short of impressive, and we’ll revisit one of his costumes further down the list. (Indeed, that particular one.) On certain Halloweens, the senior office member would arrive at work dressed as Dracula, a mummy, or Osama Bin Laden.
However, one of his best moments is in Season 9, when Halloween is clearly the last thing on his mind. In the episode “Here Comes Treble,” he arrives at the Halloween party in normal work clothes bespattered with blood. As new guy Pete (Jake Lacy) points out that he didn’t realize people dress up in the office on Halloween, Creed agrees. The scene cuts to a talking head scene with Creed, where he says thoughtfully, “It’s Halloween. That is really, really good timing.” Creepy, disturbing, and right on brand.
5. Erin as Wendy in Season 8
In “The Office” episode “Spooked” during season 8, Erin’s (Ellie Kemper) costume as Wendy from the popular fast food chain strikes a chord because it’s simply an outstanding outfit, even beyond the underlying emotional resonance sometimes found in these costumes.
Erin’s outfit is spot on, and her unique upside-down pigtails steal the show, making it one of the best costumes to grace the Scranton office. Additionally, let’s not forget to acknowledge Kevin (Brian Baumgartner), who donned a well-crafted Charlie Brown costume in the subsequent season. It’s only fair to give credit where it’s deserved.
4. Dwight as The Scranton Strangler in Season 7
In Season 7’s “Costume Contest” episode, there are a lot of intricate costumes and unexpected winners. It can be easy to overlook one of the simpler costumes, but its chilling connection within the show’s universe makes it stand out: Dwight (Rainn Wilson) as the Scranton Strangler.
When the beet farmer arrives as the famed killer, it couldn’t be more relevant or disturbing. For context, the Scranton Strangler is a recurring off-screen serial killer who is captured by police just two short episodes after the Costume Contest bonanza. Even more bothersome? There are legitimate, game-changing theories that Andy Bernard is the Strangler, while others posit Toby Flenderson as the short-breathed villain. Some go so far as to say the Strangler was top dog David Wallace. Regardless, it’s a typical Dwight move to dress up as the sinister Scranton icon before he’s even behind bars.
3. Dwight as a Jack-o’-Lantern in Season 9
Occasionally, costumes may not be impressive because they showcase intricate craftsmanship or the passion that their wearer has invested. Instead, they are exceptional due to the compelling narratives they inspire. Dwight’s Jack-o’-Lantern disaster in the Season 9 episode “Here Comes Treble” is a fantastic illustration of this concept being demonstrated.
In this episode, instead of using oil on his scalp, Dwight puts on a giant pumpkin mask to frighten others. Although it successfully startles people, he finds himself struggling to remove the bulky gourd from his head. Initially, Jim collaborates with him to find a way out of the situation. However, his ideas involving knives and baseball bats are promptly dismissed. Instead, Dwight reluctantly acknowledges that the pumpkin will eventually decay from his head in about a month or two.
2. Pam as Charlie Chaplin in Season 5
In the world of “Employee Transfer,” there’s this fantastic costume ensemble that flawlessly combines top-notch fashion and captivating narratives. Here’s the twist: it doesn’t make an appearance at the Scranton office. Instead, during my stint at Dunder Mifflin New York while I’m studying art, I decided to pull off a spot-on Charlie Chaplin impersonation for Halloween. Upon arriving, I realized that the corporate environment here is a bit more subdued, as no one else seemed to be dressing up.
Unfortunately compounding the situation, she realizes she can’t wash off her stage makeup mustache, and should she take off her fedora, it gives an uncanny resemblance to Adolf Hitler.
1. Creed as the Joker in Season 5
Without a doubt, Creed’s Joker portrayal in “Employee Transfer” undeniably steals the show for this list. It was predictable yet unparalleled, and we struggled to find an alternative. The exceptional quality of his costume, makeup, and the chilling authenticity of his character transformation as he sauntered through the office, threatening to “brighten up” his colleagues’ day, left us in awe. (And honestly, you never know with him!)
Enhancing the scene further, we find Kevin portraying a disheartened and agitated version of his character, while a less refined rendition of the same figure stands by him. Meanwhile, Dwight is spotted in an acceptable elevator ride with a semi-decent costume replica. The clever nod to the infamous Batman villain famously portrayed by Heath Ledger – whose impact on the late actor was profound – is brilliantly and fittingly carried out, leaving little more to add.
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2024-10-12 00:04