As a huge fan of The Office and an admirer of Bob Odenkirk‘s acting abilities, I can’t help but ponder what would have happened if he had landed the role of Michael Scott instead of Steve Carell. Odenkirk’s earnestness and unique comedic timing are undeniable, but his admission on the Office Ladies podcast that he brings a “little too much earnest seriousness” to his performances suggests that he may not have been the best fit for the part.
Steve Carell became widely known for his portrayal of Michael Scott, the bungling boss in The Office. However, Bob Odenkirk is one of the actors who tried out for the role. In a podcast episode of The Office Ladies, Odenkirk revealed that he came across as too sincere during the audition process, whereas Carell excels at bringing “fun” to the character.
In an unusual twist for someone in the comedy world, I take my work seriously to the extreme. I’m strangely sincere and it’s part of what makes Steve Carell an exceptional comedic actor. He excels at striking the perfect balance between genuine amusement and heartfelt authenticity.
Odenkirk admitted he often brings an excessive amount of sincere seriousness, which suits certain roles but not others. In contrast, Michael Scott’s character is purely light-hearted, a role that doesn’t resonate with Odenkirk as he prefers to explore the darker aspects in his acting.
He remarked, “It seems you’re searching for my hidden flaws, which is fantastic for drama. I appreciate that! However, in comedy, those flaws are not desirable.”
For those who have witnessed Bob Odenkirk’s portrayal of Saul Goodman in Breaking Bad and Better Call SSaul, it’s clear that he imbues the character with a captivating blend of darkness and humor. In stark contrast, Michael Scott from The Office is famous for his “that’s what she said” jokes and seldom displays seriousness.
Odenkirk didn’t land the part of Michael Scott on “The Office,” but he made an appearance in the ninth and last season. In her quest for a job near Jim (John Krasinski), Pam visited Philadelphia and had a job interview at Mark Franks’ office, played by Odenkirk. Mark was similar to Carell’s character in his quirks – being awkward, loud, and politically incorrect. The humor on the show revolved around Pam seemingly ending up with another boss like Michael.
In an interview, Odenkirk shared that making this appearance gave him a chance to demonstrate how he would have approached the role, should he have been cast. At the same time, he recognized that his portrayal in that specific episode served as a heartfelt homage to Steve.
Among the other contenders for the part of Michael Scott or those under consideration were Paul Giamatti, Louis C.K., Phillip Seymour Hoffman, and Patton Oswalt. Rainn Wilson, who eventually landed the role of Dwight, had also tried out for Michael Scott.
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