Introduced as a formidable rival who is "smoldering" and highly competent. His hiring creates a new dynamic for the sales team.
Fans have pointed out a minor continuity error: Michael is shown unable to ride a bike in this episode, despite being seen riding one in the earlier episode "A Benihana Christmas".
Generally positive, with reviewers praising the humor of the "sting" scenes, though some noted the plot was somewhat unrealistic for a paper company. It is often remembered for Olyphant’s guest appearance and the "Bullfrog in Love" song. [S7E5] The Sting
The episode was viewed by approximately 6.87 million people and was the highest-rated NBC show of its night.
Report: Analysis of The Office S7E5 – " The Sting " "The Sting" Series: The Office (U.S.) Season/Episode: Season 7, Episode 5 Original Air Date: October 21, 2010 Director: Randall Einhorn Writer: Mindy Kaling 1. Executive Summary Introduced as a formidable rival who is "smoldering"
Michael tries and fails to ride Oscar's new high-end bicycle, eventually crashing into a car despite insisting he "never forgets" how to ride. 3. Key Characters and Performances
Provides much of the episode's physical and cringe comedy during the failed Solarcom meeting. 4. Critical Reception and Impact Generally positive, with reviewers praising the humor of
Andy discovers a former college friend has achieved musical success, prompting him to start his own band with Darryl and Kevin. They write a song about a "bullfrog in love," which serves as the episode's musical "stinger".
