Ep 5. The Haunting Of Bill Crouse

In The IT Crowd season 1 episode 5, entitled The Haunting Of Bill Crouse, the IT department at Reynholm Industries is tasked with finding a new voice for the company's automated phone system, which is currently using a old, outdated voice that sounds quite creepy. Meanwhile, Roy is convinced that the office is haunted after he hears strange noises coming from the ceiling and sees a mysterious figure in the break room.

As Roy becomes increasingly convinced that there's a ghost in the office, he enlists the help of Moss and Jen to investigate. Jen is skeptical at first, but becomes convinced when she discovers an old tape recorder that seems to be playing back messages from beyond the grave. Moss, on the other hand, is simply excited to put his paranormal investigation skills to the test.

Their investigation leads them to Bill Crouse, a former employee of Reynholm Industries who died under mysterious circumstances. As they try to unravel the mystery of Crouse's death, they begin to uncover a web of secrets and lies from Reynholm's past. Meanwhile, Roy becomes increasingly convinced that the ghost is out to get him, and takes drastic measures to protect himself.

As the IT department digs deeper into the mystery of Crouse's death, they begin to uncover a conspiracy involving corporate sabotage, blackmail, and even murder. Along the way, they encounter a number of eccentric characters, including a paranoid security guard, a creepy janitor, and a psychic who claims to be able to communicate with the dead.

Despite the spooky subject matter, The Haunting Of Bill Crouse is a hilarious and irreverent episode that showcases The IT Crowd's trademark wit and sarcasm. From Roy's hilarious attempts to protect himself from the ghost to Moss's deadpan one-liners, the episode is sure to have viewers laughing out loud.

Overall, The Haunting Of Bill Crouse is a standout episode of an already fantastic show. With its clever writing, top-notch acting, and expert blend of comedy and horror, it's a must-watch for fans of The IT Crowd and anyone who loves a good ghost story.