Dwight Schrute

Dwight Schrute is a fictional character played by American actor Rainn Wilson on The Office (US). Before his promotions in later seasons, Dwight's character was a salesman and the assistant to the regional manager at the fictional paper distribution company, Dunder Mifflin. He also owned a bed and breakfast at Schrute Farms, a beet plantation, and, beginning in Season 7, the business park where Dunder Mifflin is located. He was well-known for his lack of social skills and common sense, as well as his passion for martial arts and the justice system.

Dwight repeatedly attempts to become regional manager of the Dunder Mifflin in Scranton by serving dutifully under regional manager Michael Scott throughout the series. He was occasionally promoted to acting branch manager for an episode at a time, but he was usually third-in-command behind Michael and Jim. He later becomes second-in-command after Andy Bernard is promoted to regional manager, and again in Season 9. Gareth Keenan from the original British version of the show, played by actor Mackenzie Crook, inspired the character. Notably, he is the only character who appears and speaks in every episode of the show. Dwight has been positively received, with Wilson receiving three nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his portrayal of the character.