Ep 9. Dwight Christmas

Dwight Schrute is not one to let Christmas go by without celebrating it in his own unique way. In season 9, episode 9 of The Office, titled "Dwight Christmas," we see Dwight take the reins and plan the Scranton branch's holiday party.

Dwight’s idea of Christmas is a bit unconventional, as he declares that the entire office must celebrate a German-style Christmas known as Schrute Christmas. This involves wacky traditions such as gathering together to sing German carols and enjoying a traditional Christmas feast that includes carp.

However, the office crew isn't too thrilled about Dwight's elaborate plan, especially Erin, who is originally from a small town in Indiana, reminisces about her family’s holiday traditions and is a bit apprehensive about the supposed Schrute tradition. Jim and Pam's relationship is also becoming a bit strained as the holiday season approaches.

Throughout the episode, we see the employees struggle to make the best of Dwight's strange customs. Pam is tasked with finding a Belsnickel costume for Dwight, while Jim is forced to learn about the "native Krampus" holiday monster that punishes children. Meanwhile, Angela and Oscar are completely unimpressed with the festivities and opt to spend their time critiquing the party from the sidelines.

The highlight of the party is when Dwight gifts his co-workers with his "Schrute-style" Etsy-crafted gifts, which range from customized bobbleheads to a rocking chair built by Dwight's own bare hands. As expected, the party wasn't exactly a hit, but the episode is still thoroughly entertaining, with plenty of laughs and cringe-worthy moments to go around.

Overall, "Dwight Christmas" is a hilarious and heartwarming episode of The Office that perfectly captures the Christmas spirit, albeit with a uniquely Schrute twist. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the show or just looking for a lighthearted holiday-themed episode to watch with your loved ones, this episode is sure to get you in the festive mood.