Steve Carell played the iconic Michael Scott (Picture: NBCUniversal via Getty Images)
Netflix UK and Ireland users can breathe a sigh of relief, as the global streaming platform has confirmed it won’t be removing The Office US – at least for now.
The sitcom follows the exploits of unconventional boss Michael Scott (Steve Carell) as uses unorthodox and hilarious methods to keep his staff in check, including prankster Jim Halpert (John Krasinski).
The American version of comedy-drama was an adaptation of the OG British The Office, created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, with Ricky, 61, playing the inimitable David Brent.
UK fans were devastated the show ended after two seasons, while over in the States the mockumentary ran on NBC from 2005 until 2013, spanning a total of nine seasons.
And they were dealt a further blow this week when it was reported the beloved series, which featured everyone’s favourite romance between Jim and Pam Beesly (Jenna Fischer), was being removed from Netflix on January 1.
However, Netflix UK and Ireland’s official Twitter account responded to a worried fan on Saturday, who had asked it: ‘@NetflixUK PLEASE don’t take The Office US off please please please!!!!’
It replied: ‘The Office (US) is NOT leaving @NetflixUK.’
It is unclear what the fate of The Office US is for the streamer in other countries, including the US, but UK watchers can relax for now.
Metro.co.uk has approached Netflix for further clarification about The Office US on its services.
What’s your favourite moment from The Office? (Picture: Getty Images)
After Life creator recently made a rather cheeky dig about the The Office US after the highly anticipated Word Cup match between the States and the UK.
Despite their incredible 6-2 victory over Iran earlier this week, England were handed a World Cup reality check by USA on Friday night.
The Three Lions failed to replicate that performance against the American side, as the game ended with a 0-0 draw.
Honestly the best love story ever on-screen (Picture NBCUniversal via Getty Images)
Ahead of the match, social media users suggested that whoever won could bin the other version of The Office.
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Ricky, who created both versions, said: ‘Aghhh! Will they erase the best one or the one that makes me the most money?’
Which one gets your vote?
The Office US IS available to stream on Netflix UK.
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