Jamie Lerner

Barcelona

Freelance Writer at Distractify

I do comedy and write about survivor, tv, and other random things

Articles

7 Hilarious Sitcoms That Wouldn’t Exist Without ‘The Office’

6 days ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

The Office premiered in 2005, marking a revolution for American sitcoms. Based on the U.K.’s version of The Office created by Ricky Gervais, the American version of The Office popularized the mockumentary sitcom style as a serial television program. While mockumentaries had been the basis of cult film classics such as Best In Show and Spinal Tap, The Office brought the widely used format to mainstream American television. Beyond this, it introduced us to some of the best sitcom writers today.
7 Sitcoms That Owe Their Existence To ‘The Office’

1 week ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

The Office premiered in 2005, marking a revolution for American sitcoms. Based on the U.K.’s version of The Office created by Ricky Gervais, the American version of The Office popularized the mockumentary sitcom style as a serial television program. While mockumentaries had been the basis of cult film classics such as Best In Show and Spinal Tap, The Office brought the widely used format to mainstream American television. Beyond this, it introduced us to some of the best sitcom writers today.
I Played The ‘Black Mirror’ Thronglets Game So You Don’t Have To

2 weeks ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

After watching Black Mirror Season 7’s “Playthings,” the viewer is prompted to play Netflix’s own version of the Thronglets game. During the Black Mirror episode, we follow game journalist Cameron Walker in present-day and the past when he was introduced to Tuckersoft’s new “game,” Thronglets. Game developer Colin Ritman (also featured in Black Mirror: Bandersnatch), shares that the Thronglets are the world’s first sentient digital creatures.
Here’s How To Prepare For ‘Thunderbolts*’ Without Watching Every Single MCU Movie

2 weeks ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

As the long-awaited Thunderbolts* is finally released on May 2, 2025, moviegoers everywhere are eager to see the latest MCU installment. However, as the universe has continued to expand between television series and multiple films per year, it’s become nearly impossible to keep up with every project, and that’s for Marvel’s fans. For more casual viewers, going to see a movie like Thunderbolts* could feel daunting.
7 Sitcoms That Would Never Have Been Made Without ‘The Office’

2 weeks ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

The Office premiered in 2005, marking a revolution for American sitcoms. Based on the U.K.’s version of The Office created by Ricky Gervais, the American version of The Office popularized the mockumentary sitcom style as a serial television program. While mockumentaries had been the basis of cult film classics such as Best In Show and Spinal Tap, The Office brought the widely used format to mainstream American television. Beyond this, it introduced us to some of the best sitcom writers today.
‘Grease’ Isn’t As Problematic As You Remember-Here’s Why

2 weeks ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

Few movies infiltrate the cultural hivemind the way Grease has managed to since its 1978 release. The Paramount Pictures film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John still manages to be a household favorite, nearly 50 years later. From the Greatest Generation to Gen Alpha, nearly everyone in Western culture has seen or at least grown familiar with Grease.
7 Sitcoms That Wouldn’t Exist Without ‘The Office’

1 month ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

The Office premiered in 2005, marking a revolution for American sitcoms. Based on the U.K.’s version of The Office created by Ricky Gervais, the American version of The Office popularized the mockumentary sitcom style as a serial television program. While mockumentaries had been the basis of cult film classics such as Best In Show and Spinal Tap, The Office brought the widely used format to mainstream American television. Beyond this, it introduced us to some of the best sitcom writers today.
The 3 Best And Worst Episodes Of ‘The Office,’ Ranked

1 month ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

It’s hard to believe that The Office first premiered over 20 years ago in March 2005, but time flies faster than Kevin’s chili. Based on its British predecessor, the U.S. version of The Office became one of the most lovable and rewatchable sitcoms. It changed the face of American comedy with its talking head mockumentary style and became an inherent touchpoint for millennial culture.
What Your Favorite Character From ‘The Office’ Really Says About You

1 month ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

After 20 years of the American version of The Office, millennials have shaped their identities and experiences after growing up with the series. First premiering in March 2005, The Office introduced us to a true ensemble cast of characters with uniquely absurd personalities. Between all these personalities, favorites naturally emerged among fans of the American sitcom.
7 Sitcoms That Couldn’t Have Been Made Without ‘The Office’

1 month ago | thoughtcatalog.com | Jamie Lerner

The Office premiered in 2005, marking a revolution for American sitcoms. Based on the U.K.’s version of The Office created by Ricky Gervais, the American version of The Office popularized the mockumentary sitcom style as a serial television program. While mockumentaries had been the basis of cult film classics such as Best In Show and Spinal Tap, The Office brought the widely used format to mainstream American television. Beyond this, it introduced us to some of the best sitcom writers today.