
Season 6, Episode 3 · 2009-10-01
The Promotion
Ranked #145 out of 186 episodes in The Office
David Wallace comes bearing the news that not all the staffers will receive a raise this year. Jim pushes Dwight to the limit and causes him to form office alliances. And Pam decides she wants only cash as a wedding gift.
Cringe-heavy episode underperforms: 73 humor score despite 63 jokes in 42 minutes.
Directed by Jennifer Celotta · Written by Jennifer Celotta
Humor Index
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2.6
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7.8
“The Promotion” ranks #145 of 186 The Office episodes on the Humor Index, scoring 73.2 — Solid. The episode packs 63 scored jokes at 2.6 per minute, averaging 6.8 on craft and 6.3 on impact, with Michael landing the most laughs. Every joke is ranked below with its individual craft and impact scores.
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