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Screen Rant on MSNThe Real Reason Steve Carell's Michael Scott Had To Be Changed After Season 1Steve Carell's Michael Scott didn't work in The Office season 1, and Stephen Merchant — co-creator of the original show — perfectly explains why.
When The Office opened its doors for America in March 2005, people wondered whether it could do the impossible job of remaking a British gem they adored.
I think if you’re trying to compete with what Steve [Carell] did or with what Ricky Gervais did, I think it would be a massive mistake.”