is the penultimate episode of The Office (Season 9, Episode 22), serving as the emotional and thematic bridge to the series finale. Plot Overview
Clay Aiken, Aaron Rodgers, Mark McGrath, Santigold, Jessica St. Clair May 9, 2013 Closing Moment [S9E22] A.A.R.M., Part 1
: Darryl tries to leave Dunder Mifflin quietly to join Athlead full-time but is caught by the staff. The office insists on a final "goodbye," resulting in a celebratory dance party where Darryl dances with every coworker. Key Episode Facts Director David Rogers Writer Brent Forrester Guest Stars is the penultimate episode of The Office (Season
: Andy leaves for a reality singing competition called America's Next A Cappella Sensation . After a long wait and a desperate attempt to be seen by judges like Clay Aiken and Aaron Rodgers, he has a public breakdown that ultimately goes viral. The office insists on a final "goodbye," resulting
: Pam expresses deep fears that Jim is sacrificing his dreams for her. In response, Jim enlists the documentary crew to create a video montage of their relationship highlights. He tops this off by finally giving her the emotional letter he took back from the "Christmas Party" teapot in Season 2, reaffirming his love and settling her doubts.
The staff gathers at Poor Richard's Pub to watch the first episode of the documentary airing on TV. A.A.R.M. | Dunderpedia: The Office Wiki
: Angela is forced to bring her son, Philip, to the office after being turned away from daycare. Dwight notices "Schrute-like" traits in the boy—such as his affinity for high-quality bond paper—which reignites his suspicion that he is the biological father.