The Office (US) S2 E20 - 'Drug Testing' Mini-Review


Security.

After a joint is found in the parking lot, Dwight undertakes an investigation to discover the culprit. The result is a number of hilarious interrogations, whilst Michael tries to cover his tracks. Dwight and Michael went through a sweet character arc in this episode, as Dwight felt shame for betraying his oath, thus Michael promoted him to Security Supervisor as a reward for his help. Meanwhile, I actually liked Jim and Pam's story in this entry. Maybe it was because Jim didn't speak, or maybe it was because his face said more words than he ever could, but the longing for something better was palpable with both characters. As the season finale grows closer, I hope we see a development in the Pam/Jim arc before season 3.

BEST MOMENTS

  • "Dwight finding drugs is more dangerous than most people using drugs"
  • Pam's Phyllis impression is adorable
  • "Narc!"
  • "He's a potential drug mule"
  • "That is Northern Lights Cannabis Indica" "No, it's marijuana"
  • Loved how Jim spun the interview on Dwight so fast haha
  • "I do not think that is funny"
  • Angela is clearly loving Dwight being all sheriff
  • "That is so good Michael" - only Kevin would love that joke
  • Alicia Keys concert!!
  • "You're not on anything??"
  • "One of those people will be dead from drug use at some point in their lives"
  • "I'd like a magazine"
  • Michael making Dwight Official Security Supervisor was very sweet
  • "I'll have to bring in my bow staff" "I don't think so"
  • "What is he getting out of that relationship?" - Jim is clearly hinting towards Pam here too!
DID YOU KNOW?!*
  • Michael has a bandage around his finger in this episode because Steve Carell hurt his finger during the week and was unable to remove his wedding ring due to the swelling. Instead of cutting off his ring, the crew simply wrapped a bandage around it
  • This was the last episode of the season to be filmed, but not the last to air
  • Jim's impression of Stanley in this episode was inspired by John Krasinski's actual talent of doing impressions on the set
  • Hank the security guard's name tag says "Tate"; meaning his full name is Hank Tate
  • The shot of Dwight walking to return his uniform at the police station, is located downtown Van Nuys, 4 blocks from Rain Wilson's actual house
  • During the drug interrogation between Oscar & Dwight, Oscar says, "what are you implying?", this is the second time Oscar has used that quote, the first being in 'Halloween' (S2ep.5) when he's in the wig
RATING: 8.6/10










*Trivia from IMDB

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