The Office is known for its unforgettable characters, from the eccentric boss Michael Scott (played by Steve Carell) to Angela (Angela Kinsey), who often passes harsh judgments. But among the Dunder Mifflin crew is a character who rarely takes the spotlight, despite being the most mysterious of them all—Creed Bratton.

Interestingly, the actor who plays him also goes by the name Creed Bratton. As the oldest and longest-tenured employee at Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch, Creed becomes a key part of the show, even though he almost got written out in Season 2.

While Creed doesn’t always play a big role or understand what’s going on, his storyline has one of the most fascinating conclusions.

The series is beloved for its unpredictable characters, and Creed is perhaps the biggest surprise of all. Throughout the show, he sits at the back of the office, working as the quality assurance manager.

His coworkers mostly ignore him, viewing him as an odd but harmless old man. However, beneath the surface, Creed has been hiding a dark secret throughout the nine seasons.

Where Does ‘The Office’ Leave Creed?

While The Office finale shows what the future holds for many characters, Creed’s ending stands out. Dwight Schrute (played by Rainn Wilson) explains that Creed tried to fake his own death before the police arrived looking for him. As it turns out, Creed had quite a past as a member of the 60s band The Grass Roots.

Over the years, he has been a wanted man with accusations including drug dealing, trafficking illegal animal meats, and even stealing LSD from the military. Despite running from his past, that’s not the last we see of Creed.

In one memorable scene, past and present Dunder Mifflin employees sneak back into the office during a PBS documentary event. When they enter, they find that Creed, now bearded, is already there, living in a closet. As the night comes to a close, Creed reflects on his time at Dunder Mifflin. However, his past eventually catches up to him, and the police take him away.

While crime is not a completely foreign concept in The Office, the twist involving Creed’s capabilities is unique. Those paying close attention might have guessed that Creed had a shady past, but most of the time, he seems like just another distracted employee. Yet his criminal history proves that he can be surprisingly effective when needed.

What Happens to Creed After ‘The Office’?

The Office concludes with a “life goes on” attitude for most characters. Dwight and Angela begin their married life, with Dwight fulfilling his dream of becoming the Regional Manager. Andy (played by Ed Helms) bounces back from hitting rock bottom, finding internet fame and a job at his former school.

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Still from The Office (Credit: Peacock)

Jim (John Krasinski) and Pam (Jenna Fischer) plan to leave Dunder Mifflin behind, as Jim pursues a more fulfilling career. But Creed’s ending stands apart, as it doesn’t share the same happy conclusion the other characters get.

Considering what we know about Creed—which admittedly isn’t much—it’s safe to assume that he is guilty of the accusations against him. After all, innocent people don’t fake their deaths and go into hiding. With his arrest, it seems logical that Creed’s next destination would be prison.

However, the actor Creed Bratton has his own theory about what happens to his character. In a 2019 interview with the Tampa Bay Times, Bratton suggested that Creed never stayed in jail for long.

He speculated that Creed would have used a skilled defense attorney to earn pity, weaseled his way out of prison, and continued living his shady life. Given Creed’s ability to evade the law for so long, it’s entirely possible that he could have escaped justice once again.

The Office is available for streaming on Peacock in the U.S.

Netflix’s Dated and Related, which first appeared in 2022, is an engaging reality TV show. The title may sound strange, but the show is not what it seems. The main idea of Dated and Related is for pairs of siblings or other related contestants to assist each other in finding love.

The show’s host is Melinda Berry, known from Too Hot to Handle. In Season 1, pairs such as twins, brothers, and cousins worked together to find their ideal partners. Watching siblings, like Joey Roppo and Corrina Roppo, support each other and give advice was heartwarming, even if it meant witnessing personal moments.

Dated and Related brought a fresh and positive angle to reality TV. It is unusual to see siblings or cousins on the same dating competition show, making it a unique concept.

Despite the usual drama of contestants vying for the same partners and siblings stepping in, the show was refreshing in showing how family members support each other.

Kaz Bishop from Perfect Match Season 2 and his twin brother, Kieran Bishop, displayed genuine brotherhood, always supporting one another while searching for love. The show offers the same level of drama and entertainment as other dating shows, but it also highlights the importance of family.

Though only one season has aired, Dated and Related made a significant impact on reality TV. The idea of a cast composed entirely of family members looking for love while strengthening their family bonds is unprecedented.

Throughout Season 1, the show had a mix of happy, sad, loving, and dramatic moments. For instance, twins Diana and Nina Parsijanis fell for another set of twins, Kaz and Kieran Bishop.

These pairs of twins added drama to the show with their on-again, off-again relationships. The resulting tension in the villa, with other contestants interested in Kaz and Kieran, led to many arguments. Despite the conflicts, the twins’ loving support for each other was evident.

When Kieran shows other options, it was a tough moment for Diana, but she had her twin sister for comfort. The show provided the excitement of unpredictability while emphasizing the value of having supportive siblings.

Dated and Related shares similarities with Perfect Match. Both shows involve contestants searching for the right partner. Many contestants from Season 1 of Dated and Related got the chance to join Season 2 of Perfect Match.

Melinda Berry, the host of Dated and Related, also appeared in Perfect Match. Jason Cohen and Chris Hahn, cousins from Dated and Related, were more focused on Melinda than on finding their own matches. Chris tried to impress Melinda, but it didn’t work out.

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Still from Dated and Related (Credit: Netflix)

Fan favorites Kaz and Nina from Dated and Related did not stay together. Kaz joined Season 2 of Perfect Match with Alara Taneri, Kieran’s ex.

Kaz and Alara remained throughout the season, paired with Micah Lussier and Stevan Ditter. Unfortunately, none of these pairs found a perfect match. Dated and Related provided its cast with new opportunities and could bring more stars to upcoming seasons of Perfect Match and other reality shows.

Family-Based Reality Shows

When Netflix announced Dated and Related, many reality TV fans were puzzled by the name and concept. Another unusual show, MILF Manor, also sparks curiosity.

It features women aged 40 to 60 looking for younger men, who happen to be their sons. This show adds a surprising twist similar to Dated and Related, where family members compete in dating shows, creating added drama and excitement.

Dated and Related deserves a second season because it offers a unique twist on reality TV. Siblings supporting each other and giving dating advice was a refreshing change.

It was touching to see an older brother comfort his younger sister and inspiring to witness the twins’ empowerment. While the show has its share of drama, it also highlights the significance of family. Dated and Related is available to stream on Netflix in the US.