Will The Office Spin-off Mention Dunder Mifflin in Episode 1?

Fans of The Office have been wondering if the upcoming spin-off series will make any references to Dunder Mifflin Paper Company in the first episode. The fictional paper company was a huge part of the original show for nine seasons. Even though the new series focuses on a different industry, there are many potential opportunities to mention Dunder Mifflin and satisfy loyal viewers.

Background on The Office and Dunder Mifflin

The Office aired from 2005 to 2013 and centered around the employees of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dunder Mifflin was the workplace setting and influenced much of the plot and character development. Michael Scott served as Regional Manager for most of the show’s run.

Over nine seasons, audiences got to know the ins and outs of the paper company business. Many classic moments happened within the Scranton branch and Dunder Mifflin played a crucial role in the original series. Fans grew very attached to the beloved workplace over 200 episodes.

Details on The Office Spin-Off Series

The upcoming untitled spin-off series is set in the same reality as the original show but focuses on a different workplace – a historic Midwestern newspaper. Greg Daniels, who adapted the U.S. version of The Office, is the creator. The documentary film crew that followed Dunder Mifflin employees will now be filming the lives of newspaper employees.

While the spin-off has a new setting and cast, it shares a connection to The Office through the documentary format and Daniels’ involvement. The question is whether Dunder Mifflin will be referenced at all in the new series, even briefly.

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Will Dunder Mifflin Get a Nostalgic Nod?

Given the shared universe between the shows, many fans hope to hear the words “Dunder Mifflin” uttered in the first episode. There are a few ways the legacy paper company could be organically mentioned.

The documentary crew that switches over to the newspaper could reference their past project filming Dunder Mifflin employees. A former Dunder Mifflin worker may now have a role at the newspaper. Or a quick Dunder Mifflin product placement could generate buzz. Even a minor visual Easter egg would satisfy loyal viewers.

While the spin-off will likely establish its own voice, a small homage to The Office’s roots could go a long way. Daniels knows how important Dunder Mifflin is to fans, so it’s quite possible he’ll incorporate a nod in the premiere episode.

What to Expect from the Spin-Off

An official release date and episode count have not been announced yet for the currently untitled Office spin-off. Filming is slated to begin soon.

Plot details are being kept under wraps. But the mockumentary format and workplace setting will aim to recapture the magic of the original series. While the spin-off will pave its own path with fresh characters and stories, fans are hoping Dunder Mifflin will still have a subtle presence.