“That’s what she said.” Fans of the television series “The Office” have come to associate this phrase with Michael Scott (played by Steve Carell), who is no longer on the show. The question is: how has “The Office” fared without Carell?
Although Steve Carell is one of my favorite actors, I must say that the show has not missed a beat since his departure. This is no indictment on Steve Carell, but rather a compliment on the rest of the cast. John Krasinski, Ed Helms, Craig Robinson and Rainn Wilson continue to tickle my funny bone week after week.
James Spader has been brought in as Carell’s replacement, and “The Office” cast members may have found themselves the “Ace of Spades.” I believe no individual can replicate what Carell brought to “The Office,” and that’s why the addition of Spader is a fantastic fit.
He doesn’t try to outperform anyone else; rather, he plays the strange, silent type perfectly. He brings mystery and intrigue to the show, while fitting in with the rest of the unique characters.
There are so many great characters on the show, that even the loss of the main character hasn’t adversely affected it. I look forward to watching what crazy antics this cast is up to every episode. It’s still a fun and enjoyable ride; oh yeah, “that’s what she said.”
