Michael Gary Scott is a fictional character in the NBC sitcom The Office, portrayed by Steve Carell. Michael is the regional manager of the Scranton, Pennsylvania branch of Dunder Mifflin, a paper company, for the majority of the series.

Mar 21, 2025 · Michael Scott works as a character because of Steve Carell's unflinching performance.

Aug 24, 2024 · That is perhaps most true of Michael Scott (played by Carell), a bumbling boss who had his share of shining moments but was more frequently remembered for his comedic blunders. Michael was foundational to the success of the show, and his absence was felt when the character exited in season 7.

Michael Scott (portrayed by Steve Carell) is a fictional protagonist from the American TV-series The Office, based on David Brent the original British program. Michael Gary Scott (born March 15, 1965) was best known for his role as Regional Manager of the Dunder Mifflin branch in Scranton...

4 days ago · Jenna Fischer recently opened up about the original casting instructions for Michael Scott from The Office, portrayed by Steve Carell, while speaking in the latest episode of the podcast Office ...

5 days ago · The Office EP Greg Daniels looked back at wanting to cast Steve Carell for the role of Michael Scott, and revealed how another show almost got in the way.

Feb 10, 2025 · On April 28, 2011, Michael Scott quietly left Scranton, Steve Carell said a tearful farewell to "The Office," and the world was never the same again.

Oct 9, 2024 · While filming the second season episode, "Office Olympics," Carell made an acting choice that changed the course of Michael Scott's development forever.

Michael Scott: If I had a gun with two bullets and I was in a room with Hitler, Bin Laden, and Toby, I would shoot Toby twice.

Feb 18, 2025 · Michael Scott farewell was emotional, heartfelt, and perfectly aligned with his character’s journey. But what many fans don’t know is that the idea for Michael to sneak out of the office before his big going-away party was entirely Steve Carell’s.