Dwight Schrute from The Office may have been the most infuriating comic creations in television history. He is also the only character who is unbearably full of himself but is also lacking in social skills and general civilities in a very real way.
Some of the most shocking and brutal dialogues in the show can be credited to Dwight, as he is unwittingly hilarious and delusional but can also give way to his emotions occasionally. Here are some of the funniest and the most heartbreaking quotes by Dwight.
Funniest: I’m Better Than You Have Ever Been Or Ever Will Be
One of the funniest things about Dwight is his lack of self-awareness and it really takes a toll on his entire persona. He clearly thinks he is superior to all of his co-workers, and also possibly Michael.
It’s hilarious that Dwight does not make a secret of the fact that he believes this, unlike most people who silently think they are better. This is what makes him so obnoxious. The fact that he is so openly committed to the idea that he is a better employee.
Heartbreaking: Does It Bother Me That I Wasn’t Invited To Michael’s Dinner Party?
This is heartbreaking because Dwight immediately bursts into tears right after he rhetorically asks this to the camera crew, which is shocking because Dwight isn’t someone who believes in making a spectacle of his emotions.
Not being a part of Michael’s dinner party was humiliating to him on many levels because firstly, it was hosted by Michael, and Dwight is obviously obsessed with him. Secondly, it was a couples party and one of the couples invited was Dwight’s ex Angela and her new boyfriend Andy, which made Dwight insanely jealous.
Funniest: Jim Couldn’t Land Me In A Thousand Years
Fans have often noted how complex and nuanced Dwight and Jim’s relationship was. They obviously wanted each other in their lives since they have been working alongside each other for 12 years. But neither of them was comfortable acknowledging it, especially Dwight who has always treated Jim as a nemesis because it just made things easier for him.
When someone mistakenly assumed that Dwight and Jim are a couple, Dwight responds curtly by saying, “Jim couldn't land me in a thousand years.”
Heartbreaking: What Can I Do Michael?
When Dwight goes behind Michael’s back to apply for Michael’s position, fans were shocked because it was so unlike Dwight. But the moment when Dwight pleads for Michael’s mercy was a stressful one for fans of the show because no one knew how Michael would react.
The scene where Dwight begs for his forgiveness in tears is unimaginably tragic. When Dwight asks Michael what he could do to win back his trust, Michael decided to let things go, and says “You can hug it out, bitch.”
Funniest: I Hope The War Goes On Forever And Ryan Gets Drafted
Dwight does not handle jealousy well, and is often very vocal about it, despite his best intentions. In Season 2 of The Office, when he realizes that Michael is more interested in Ryan, the temp, than in him, he takes it personally. Dwight gets so upset that he sits alone in his car pouting about it.
When Jim and Pam ask him why he’s upset, he says, “I hope the war goes on forever and Ryan gets drafted.” It was also in this episode that the office discovered that Ryan was the one who was responsible for the fire, and Dwight happily ridiculed him.
Heartbreaking: While Today It Is Me, We All Shall Fall
This moment in the show is tragic and comical at the same time because though Dwight is clearly defeated and upset that he has to quit, it showcases that he really does treat his job like a battlefield. The episode is heartbreaking as well, as Michael mistakenly believes that Dwight is conspiring against him and accuses him of betraying him.
Angela can’t help him as she can’t go public with their relationship and Dwight has no choice but to resign. And Dwight uttered these words in his farewell speech, which was intense and surprisingly emotional.
Funniest: Where Does Gayness Come From?
This is one of the funniest things Dwight has ever said, but also one of the most disturbing because it shows exactly how ignorant he is. He asks this to Toby because being an HR rep, he often encourages people to ask him questions about personal dynamics, although this is not something he signed up for.
When Oscar’s sexual identity was revealed, Dwight's behavior was so ridiculous that fans were shocked to find out that a grown man can be so wrong and misled about the idea of same-sex relationships.
Heartbreaking: I Will Raise A Hundred Children With A Hundred Of Your Lovers If That Means I Can Be With You
This is perhaps one of the most poignant and striking things Dwight has ever said on the show. He has always been in love with Angela and their relationship has been through a lot of ups and downs. Even after they have a baby together, their relationship only got messier.
After Dwight learns that Philip may not be his son, he professes his love for Angela and tells her that he doesn’t care about his paternity because he only wants to be with her. Of course, Angela eventually tells him that Philip is indeed his son and she was just testing his loyalty to her.
Funniest: It Is Better To Be Hurt By Someone You Know Accidentally Than By A Stranger On Purpose
Dwight reveals that he keeps several deadly weapons and assault tools hidden strategically around the office including long knives, nunchucks, push daggers, etc. He is especially proud of this move when Roy attacks Jim and Dwight stops him in his tracks with a pepper spray.
When everyone points out that it is incredibly dangerous to hide serious weapons in the office, he reveals he believes that it is better to be injured by a coworker by accident than by a vengeful stranger.
Heartbreaking: I Will Be At The Current Maximum Happiness For The Rest Of My Life Because I'm Manager Of The Scranton Branch Of Dunder Mifflin. Acting Manager
Dwight’s biggest ambition was actually to be the manager of the Scranton branch of Dunder Mifflin, which is not a lofty accomplishment but the only thing he has ever wanted. Fans could never really see why Dwight was so intensely attached to the company, and many believed he simply wanted to follow in Michael’s footsteps.
When he is promoted to the ranks of acting manager for a short time, Dwight completely switches up everything in the office and makes his coworkers miserable. He even reveals that the few days he gets to play boss are the happiest days of his life and this is the happiest he can ever be.