S04E07 · SCENE 6/21 · 06:01
Money (1) · Dunder Mifflin office
Birthday party planning

Jim suggests combining all birthdays into one party, but faces resistance from the staff.

06:01→07:39
in the episode · 1m 38s · S04E07
Birthday party planning

What happens

06:01–07:39

Jim proposes a single birthday party for everyone to save time. The staff reacts negatively. Michael's usual birthday traditions are discussed.

WhereDunder Mifflin office
DriverJim
Positionact1 · setup
ThreadJim's birthday party fiasco

Key lines

from this scene
06:25

There are 13 people working in this office, so 13 times a year, Michael gets a cake and balloons

07:31

Do you think it's a good idea? No. I think it's a great idea.

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06:01–07:39
A · Michael's wilderness survival
B · Jim's birthday party fiasco
C · Dwight's hidden support

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Includes this scene · Michael Scott's Guide to Birthdays - The Office US · The Office
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How can I be lonely with my boys - The Office US · The Office
Jim Almost Ruins Creed's Birthday - The Office · The Office
The Office | Dwight Stalks Michael Scott's One-Man Survival Trip · Peacock
Michael Scott sings Happy Birthday - The Office · Michael Fischer
Michael Wasn't Invited To The Retreat - The Office US · The Office
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