Rainn Wilson’s Dwight Schrute is undoubtedly one of the funniest characters inThe Office, and I think this monologue from season 5 is his best moment in the entire series. SinceThe Officeis a mockumentary, it often uses “talking heads,” during which the characters talk directly to the camera. Talking heads are often an effective way to guide viewers through the story of an episode, but sometimesThe Office’scharactersjust talk about nonsense during their interviews. Dwight, in particular, is a character who often provides very exaggerated talking head interviews.
Even though people generally believe the show peaked during its third or fourth season, I’ve always thought season 5 is one of the funniestseasons ofThe Office. Yes, the days of rooting for Jim and Pam to get together are long gone, but season 5 still includes several intriguing storylines. In particular, I think Michael and Dwight thrive inThe Officeseason 5, and eventually even form an interesting rivalry duringthe Michael Scott Paper Company storyline. However, before this,Michael and Dwight worked together to try and get Toby fired.
Dwight Has The Funniest Monologue In The Office
InThe Officeseason 5, episode 9, titled “Frame Toby,“Michael is furious when he learns that his archnemesis, Toby, has returned from Costa Rica. Michael immediately starts plotting to get Toby fired, and, of course, Dwight is willing to help him in any way. After failing to trick Toby into making a move on Pam, Michael and Dwight plant marijuana in his desk. At least, they think it’s marijuana. Meanwhile, it’s actually just Caprese salad. Since this episode deals with crime, it ends with Dwight hilariously explaining his perfect heist.
Dwight’s monologue at the end of this episode perfectly showcases why he is one of the best characters inThe Office. Even though he can be quite a stickler around the office, he also has a vast imagination and fully commits to anything he sets his mind to. Therefore,when asked what his perfect crime would be, there was never any chance of Dwight giving a simple answer. Instead, he concocts a wild story that is filled with lust, love, and hilarious twists and turns.
The Office’s Chandelier Story Is So Good, You Forget What It Is Even About
Dwight’s Perfect Crime Story Is So Elaborate
Dwight’s perfect crime monologue starts with him choosing to steal a chandelier from Tiffany’s. Throughout the story, he seduces the actual Tiffany, moves to Canada, and 30 years later, finds out he has a son, who just so happens to be the chief of police.It’s hilarious that Dwight’s perfect crime literally spans decades, but all the twists that he includes in his story make you forget what the crime actually is.
Of Course This Character From The Office Appeared In Every Single Episode (They Were More Important Than Michael After All)
Dwight Schrute’s comedic character and his passion for Dunder Mifflin are just a few reasons that he’s so important to The Office and is the glue.
Dwight mentioning the chandelier again at the end of the monologue is so funny because, throughout the course of the story, you forget that stealing it is actually his perfect crime. Therefore,bringing it all back to the chandelier is the punchline to a very elaborate joke that is perfectly delivered by Wilson. This is why Dwight’s monologue about his perfect crime is the funniest talking head scene inThe Office.
