: In a deleted scene, Michael reveals he created the "Prison Mike" persona during an improv class to get two college kids to stop talking.

: To prevent Michael from revealing his feelings, Jim is forced to spend the day with him. Meanwhile, Dwight investigates whether Oscar is actually sick or just faking it.

: The title is intentionally vague, referring to three distinct secrets revealed in the episode: Jim's feelings for Pam, Dwight and Angela's relationship, and Oscar's homosexuality. "Secret Santa" Episodes

: While titled " Christmas Party ," it features the show's most famous Secret Santa exchange that turns into a "Yankee Swap." Key gifts included Jim’s sentimental teapot for Pam and Michael’s high-end video iPod for Ryan. Notable Production Secrets & Trivia

: A deleted scene confirmed the rumor that Creed lived in the office four nights a week and slept under his desk.

: Michael becomes outraged when Phyllis is allowed to play Santa. He retaliates by dressing as a cynical Santa and later as Jesus to disrupt the party. The episode also reveals that Dunder Mifflin has been sold to an unknown buyer.

In the context of the television series The Office , "Secret..." typically refers to one of three main topics: a specific episode titled "," the various Secret Santa episodes, or behind-the-scenes secrets and trivia. " The Secret " (Season 2, Episode 13)

: There is a specialized Secret Lair drop for the card game Magic: The Gathering featuring characters like Dwight Schrute.