Although The Office ended in 2013, dedicated fans have been keeping it alive over the past seven years. Thanks to binge-watching (now on NBC streaming service Peacock, which comes with some bonus content) and fervent sharing of favorite moments from the show on social media, The Office is part of an exclusive group of timeless television series. The great love for the show from both fans and cast members alike has led to an interesting question: what would the employees of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company be up to today? Two of the show’s cast members have offered up their own answers.
Kate Flannery portrayed Meredith Palmer, a two-time divorcee, rabies survivor, and alcoholic with a habit of acting inappropriately in the office. Fans were drawn to the unfortunate chaos that always seemed to follow her, and Flannery’s unique approach to the character’s manic behavior. Andy Buckley played her near opposite, the (almost) always professional David Wallace – eventual CEO of the company and multimillionaire – often set with the unfortunate task of trying to control the erratic behavior of Michael Scott (Steve Carell) and his colleagues.
In an interview with ComicBook, both actors discussed their time on the shows, as well as revealing what they think their characters would be doing in 2021. On the subject of where Meredith would be spending her time, Flannery said she’d be “…in a basement in Scranton. Safe and sound, with a little bar set up.” She also added, “I think she’s a survivor…she keeps herself safe.” She concluded her theory of Meredith’s basement-bar-bunker by saying, “She was like a cockroach. I don’t think she’s going anywhere, right?” Buckley had a similar idea of staying inside for David, saying, “He’d be relaxing with his 20 million bucks.” As far as what he does to pass the time, Buckley said, “He and Teddy [Wallace’s son] probably have a recording studio and they’re gonna do, you know, ‘Suck It’ 2.0” – that being a reference to the song made by the Wallaces to promote a product idea of a high-powered vacuum that he eventually sold to the US military.
Hearing some theories as to what two of the series’ beloved characters would be up to is exciting news for fans, especially as many have been clamoring for a reboot of the series. With many other shows reuniting for Zoom-based table readings of old episodes and the special released by Office creator Greg Daniels’ next show, Parks and Recreation, rumors that something new from the Scranton office could be a possibility have been flying. Daniels has said it’s unlikely, but not impossible.
The Office is considered to be one of the greatest sitcoms of its time – and for good reason. It provided fans with countless laughs, heartwarming moments, and loveably unhinged characters throughout its nine seasons. Whether or not there will be some new episodes in the future (or more character updates given by the cast themselves) the show will continue to be a comedy staple for years to come.
Originally from https://screenrant.com/office-cast-members-reveal-what-their-characters-would-be-doing-in-2021/