The List (The Office)

The List is the title of the first episode of the eighth season of the American comedy television series The Office. It originally aired on NBC on September 22, 2011.

The episode revolves around Robert California, the new CEO of Dunder Mifflin/Sabre, creating a list dividing the office employees into two categories. The list, written on a single sheet of paper, quickly becomes a source of intense anxiety and speculation among the staff.

The episode's plot centers on uncovering the meaning and composition of the list. Employees are divided and try to discern which category they fall into and what the implications of being on either side are for their job security and standing within the company.

The episode features the ensemble cast of The Office, with key storylines involving Michael Scott's replacement as manager, Andy Bernard, and his attempts to manage the office's paranoia. The episode highlights the power dynamics within the workplace and the anxieties surrounding corporate decisions. The episode concludes with Robert California revealing the true nature of the list, offering a somewhat ambiguous explanation that leaves the employees questioning his motives.