Despite Steve Carell’s — and the lovable loser Michael Scott’s — departure from “The Office,” Executive Producer Ben Silverman is confident that the show will continue to remain the hit comedy it has always been. Because Carell left the show to focus on his movie career, many have pondered the fate of other “Office” actors that have lately starred in hit movies.
Ed Helms, who plays dorky Andy Bernard on the show, recently starred in “The Hangover Part II,” a sequel to the raunchy frat comedy “The Hangover.” The sequel grossed $137 million in its first weekend, the best opening ever for a comedy. The actress behind “The Office’s” sweet, naïve secretary, Ellie Kemper, plays a supporting role in “Bridesmaids” as, you guessed it, one of the bridesmaids. The female-driven comedy is written by “Saturday Night Live’s” Kristen Wiig and produced by Judd Apatow of “Superbad” and “Knocked Up” fame. Phyllis Smith also nabbed a role in “Bad Teacher,” starring Cameron Diaz.
Although many “Office” stars have reached silver screen fame, Ben Silverman said that “The Office” is a place “where TV and film stars co-exist.” He pointed out that the “Office” actors’ roles in hit movies have helped the show, and vice versa.
