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The Office’s getting an Aussie twist, but not everyone’s loving it! In the latest remake, Australia’s taking a bold step by flipping the script—literally—turning Steve Carell’s iconic Michael Scott into a female boss. While some fans are pumped to see a fresh take on the legendary character, others aren’t so sure if the magic can be recaptured Down Under.
Swapping Michael for a female lead’s definitely stirred the pot, with debates raging over whether this new version will live up to the original’s quirky charm. One thing’s for sure: the newOffice’s going to have fans talking, and we’re all tuning in to see how it plays out!
The Office’s Australian Remake Sparks Fan Outrage as First Trailer Divides Opinions
“Worst piece of media… in past 100+ years of content”—yeah, that’s how one fan described the newAustralianremake ofThe Officeafter its first trailer hit the web. And honestly, the internet seems to agree. Dropping Oct. 18 on Prime Video, this latest spin on the beloved mockumentary format’s got social media splitting up for all the wrong reasons.
This is the worst piece of media that has been released in the past 100+ years of content
The originalOffice—born from the brilliant minds ofRicky GervaisandStephen Merchant—built its reputation on awkward, cringe-worthy humor. But this remake? It’s getting a whole new level of cringe that fans just aren’t feeling.
So, what’s different? Well, first off, this remake shakes things up by gender-swapping the infamousMichael Scott. Enter Felicity Ward as Hannah Howard, the new boss leading the awkward charge. LikeSteve Carell’s iconic character, Howard’s all about inappropriate humor and cringey moments. But the question remains—can she carry the awkward torch in the same way Michael Scott did? Fans seem split, and the trailer hasn’t helped win anyone over.
First trailer for the Australian remake of ‘THE OFFICE’Releasing October 18 internationally on Prime Video.pic.twitter.com/wRIGPBfG7c
Meanwhile, Peacock’s got anotherOfficespin-off cooking—The Paper, fromThe Office U.S.creatorGreg Daniels. But, all eyes are on Australia right now, and the reactions are anything but glowing.
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With the trailer now out, it’s clearThe Office’s Aussie makeover has divided fans, sparking debate about whether this franchise should’ve even taken a trip Down Under. All eight episodes drop next month, so we’ll see if Hannah Howard can eventually win over the skeptics or if this version will go down as the most “cringe” addition toThe Officefamily.
Mixed Reactions as Fans Cringe atThe Office‘s Aussie Remake, While Others See Potential
Fans are seriously not vibing with the Australian remake ofThe Office, with many calling it one of the worst things to drop in over a century of content. While some cringed all the way through, a few others are curious to see how the Aussie twist plays out.
Was that a hint of a classic Jim camera look at the end?
I cringed the entire way through this
That was painfully unfunny. Granted, the US version had a crappy pilot(which was a lazy remake of the UK pilot) before it got really good, but this was a lousy trailer.
The Office with an Australian vibe should be interesting.
cant wait to see
Looks interesting
Overall, reactions are all over the place—some can’t get past the awkwardness, while others think the Australian spin might bring something fresh to the table. Whether it’s a complete flop or an interesting experiment, this remake’s definitely getting fans talking, for better or worse.
The OfficeAustralia will premiere on October 18 on Prime Video.
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
