{"id":377756,"date":"2023-08-09T22:07:56","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T03:07:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-the-office%3a-australia-2023\/"},"modified":"2024-03-03T16:59:06","modified_gmt":"2024-03-03T22:59:06","slug":"shows-like-the-office%3a-australia-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-the-office%3a-australia-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Shows Like The Office: Australia (2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Jim Jefferies
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1 season, 2 episodes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like The Office: Australia (2023)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Office PL (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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The action takes place in Siedlce, at the headquarters of the company dealing in the production of mineral water “Kropliczanka”. Its president, Michal, is a man devoid of self-reflection, who strives for attention and recognition with every word and gesture. When the company is taken over by a new owner, and employees start to worry about their jobs, only Michal is optimistic about the changes. Business changes are intertwined here with the everyday office life of “Kropliczanka” employees.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Piotr Polak, Vanessa Aleksander, Adam Woronowicz, Mikolaj Matczak
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Wolf Like Me (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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Gary is an emotional wreck and struggles to provide for his daughter since the death of his wife. Mary has a secret she can’t bring herself to share with anyone. The universe brought these two together for a reason.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy, Fantasy, Romance<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Isla Fisher, Josh Gad, Emma Lung, Madeleine Wilson
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Total Control (2019)<\/h3>\n \n
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An Indigenous woman in Australia is thrust into the political limelight.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, Thriller<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Deborah Mailman, Rachel Griffiths, Rob Collins, Huw Higginson
Creators:<\/strong> Darren Dale, Miranda Dear, Rachel Griffiths
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In the vast landscape of television, the mockumentary style has carved out a significant niche, delighting audiences with its blend of humor, relatability, and a touch of the absurd. Among the most celebrated of these series is “The Office,” which originated in the UK before spawning several international versions, each adapting the core concept to its cultural context. In 2023, Australia joined the ranks with its iteration, “The Office: Australia,” bringing the familiar office dynamics to the land down under with a distinct Aussie flavor.<\/p>\n

The Concept<\/h2>\n

At its core, “The Office: Australia” sticks to the tried-and-true formula that has made the franchise a global phenomenon. It’s set in a mundane office environment, focusing on the day-to-day interactions of the staff of a paper company, Dunder Mifflin’s Australian counterpart. The series thrives on the awkward, the mundane, and the hilariously relatable, presenting a workplace that’s both uniquely Australian and universally recognizable.<\/p>\n

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The Australian version introduces a new cast of characters, each embodying a specific archetype of office culture, yet with a twist that’s distinctly Australian. The manager, reminiscent of Michael Scott or David Brent from the American and UK versions, respectively, blends misguided ambition with a heart of gold, creating a character that’s both cringe-worthy and endearing.<\/p>\n