Ben je fan van The Office (2001) en op zoek naar soortgelijke series of films? Dan zit je hier goed! In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde humor, stijl of thema's hebben als deze iconische mockumentary-serie. Of je nu houdt van droge humor, ongemakkelijke situaties of een unieke vertelstijl, deze aanbevelingen zullen je zeker aanspreken.

Scrubs (2001)
Beschreibung: A medical comedy-drama that balances slapstick humor with emotional depth, using fantasy sequences to explore characters' inner thoughts.
Fakt: Medical professionals consistently rated it as one of the most accurate hospital shows. The janitor character was originally meant for just one episode but became a series regular.


The IT Crowd (2006)
Beschreibung: A British sitcom about the misfit IT department of a large corporation, featuring deadpan humor and absurd workplace scenarios.
Fakt: The show's iconic opening sequence with the IT department's dingy basement was almost cut for being too depressing. A US remake was attempted but never aired.


30 Rock (2006)
Beschreibung: A fast-paced, meta-humor-filled sitcom about the behind-the-scenes chaos of a live sketch comedy show, with a focus on eccentric characters.
Fakt: The show was based on Tina Fey's experiences as head writer at Saturday Night Live. It won multiple Emmys but struggled with ratings throughout its run.


Parks and Recreation (2009)
Beschreibung: A mockumentary-style sitcom that focuses on the quirky employees of a local government department, blending humor with heartwarming character development.
Fakt: The character of Ron Swanson was inspired by a real-life libertarian who worked in local government. The show initially struggled with ratings but gained a cult following after its first season.


Community (2009)
Beschreibung: A sitcom set at a community college, known for its inventive storytelling, pop culture references, and strong ensemble chemistry.
Fakt: The show famously promised 'six seasons and a movie,' a promise that fans are still hoping will be fully realized. The paintball episodes became iconic for their action-movie parodies.


Modern Family (2009)
Beschreibung: A mockumentary-style family sitcom that uses talking head interviews and overlapping storylines to explore contemporary family dynamics.
Fakt: The show was one of the first network sitcoms to consistently film in single-camera style without a laugh track. The child actors had their school scenes filmed during actual summer breaks.


Veep (2012)
Beschreibung: A political satire with rapid-fire dialogue and cringe humor, focusing on the dysfunctional staff of a high-ranking politician.
Fakt: The show holds the record for most Emmy wins for a comedy series in a single year. Julia Louis-Dreyfus's character was originally written as a man.


Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013)
Beschreibung: A workplace comedy set in a police precinct, featuring a mix of absurd humor and heartfelt moments, with a strong ensemble cast.
Fakt: The show was canceled by Fox after five seasons but was revived by NBC due to fan outrage. The Halloween heist episodes became a fan-favorite tradition.


Silicon Valley (2014)
Beschreibung: A tech industry satire that blends nerdy humor with sharp observations about startup culture, featuring a group of socially awkward programmers.
Fakt: Many tech entrepreneurs said the show's absurd scenarios were closer to reality than fiction. The show's 'middle-out' compression algorithm was actually analyzed by real mathematicians.


Superstore (2015)
Beschreibung: A workplace sitcom set in a big-box store, using a mockumentary style to highlight the absurdities of retail life and the camaraderie among employees.
Fakt: The show often included real-life customer complaints from retail workers as plot points. The finale featured a time jump to show the characters during the COVID-19 pandemic.
