10 Shows & Movies Like Office (2015)

Description: A dysfunctional family comedy with a unique narrative style, featuring dense humor, running gags, and a documentary-like presentation.

Fact: The show was canceled after three seasons but gained a cult following, leading to a Netflix revival. The banana stand is a real location in Newport Beach, California.

Description: A dark and irreverent comedy about a group of selfish friends who run a failing bar, known for its outrageous plots and unlikable yet hilarious characters.

Fact: The show was initially rejected by multiple networks before finding a home on FX. It is the longest-running live-action comedy series in American television history.

Description: A fast-paced, meta-comedy about the behind-the-scenes chaos of a live sketch show, filled with eccentric characters and rapid-fire jokes.

Fact: The show is loosely based on the creator's experiences working on a popular late-night sketch comedy show. It holds the record for the most Emmy nominations for a comedy series in a single year.

Description: A mockumentary-style sitcom that follows the quirky employees of a local government office, blending humor with workplace dynamics and character-driven storytelling.

Fact: The show was originally conceived as a spin-off of another popular mockumentary series but evolved into its own unique entity. The character of Ron Swanson was inspired by a real-life libertarian government employee.

Description: A self-aware and genre-bending comedy about a group of misfits at a community college, known for its inventive storytelling and pop culture references.

Fact: The show's famous 'Paintball' episodes were inspired by action movies and were some of the most expensive episodes to produce. The creator was fired during the fourth season but returned for the fifth and sixth.

Description: A sharp political satire that delves into the absurdities of bureaucracy and power struggles, with a focus on witty dialogue and flawed characters.

Fact: The show's creator originally intended it to be a British series but adapted it for American audiences. It holds the record for the most Emmy wins for a comedy series.

Description: A workplace comedy set in a police precinct, featuring a diverse cast of characters who navigate both professional and personal challenges with humor and heart.

Fact: The show was canceled by Fox after five seasons but was revived by NBC due to fan outcry. The iconic 'Nine-Nine' chant was improvised by the cast during the pilot episode.

Description: A tech-industry comedy that skewers startup culture, featuring a group of nerdy underdogs navigating the cutthroat world of innovation and venture capital.

Fact: Many of the show's tech jargon and startup scenarios were inspired by real-life Silicon Valley stories. The show's theme music was created by a well-known electronic music artist.

Description: A workplace comedy set in a big-box retail store, highlighting the absurdities of corporate culture and the camaraderie among employees.

Fact: Many of the show's background shoppers are real customers filmed in actual stores. The show often addressed real-world issues like labor rights and immigration.

Description: A clever and philosophical comedy that explores morality and human nature through the lens of an afterlife bureaucracy, with sharp writing and an ensemble cast.

Fact: The show's twist at the end of the first season was kept so secret that even some of the cast members didn't know about it until filming. The show's creator also wrote for another popular mockumentary sitcom.