"The Office (UK)" is a mockumentary television series created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. It first aired on BBC Two in 2001 and ran for two seasons, along with a Christmas special. The show is set in the fictional Wernham Hogg paper company and follows the daily lives of its employees, particularly the bumbling and often inappropriate manager, David Brent, played by Gervais. The series is known for its unique style, blending humor with a realistic portrayal of office life. It received critical acclaim and has influenced many other shows, including the popular American adaptation of the same name.