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FilmingThe Officeoften felt more like a playground than a workplace, especially with John Krasinski and Idris Elba causing chaos, like, all the time. While Elba brought his serious edge to Charles Miner, Krasinski wasn’t afraid to take the fun up a notch. The result – a mischievous prank war that escalated in the quirkiest way.

Krasinski turned the tables on Elba with a bit of revenge so hilariously absurd it left the cast struggling to keep a straight face.
Idris Elba’s struggle with John Krasinski’s pranksinThe Office
WhenIdris Elbastepped intoThe Officeas the no-nonsense Charles Miner, he brought an intensity that had Dunder Mifflin employees trembling – on screen, at least. Off-screen, however, it was Elba who had to hold it together, thanks toJohn Krasinski’s relentless pranks.
Elba admitted that filming the hit comedy often turned into a laugh marathon, withKrasinski leading the chargein trying to crack him up.

Idris Elba says#TheOfficecast always tried to make him laugh.https://t.co/h1Txf0YIsXpic.twitter.com/Fmvz1mFsxJ
Elba shared that Krasinski’s antics went far beyond the typical giggles. Speaking toEntertainment Weekly, he revealed that Krasinski loved to push boundaries. He said,

Trying to keep a straight face while I’m doing my lines. Someone else would make another sound over here. It was a lot of work.
The hardest part, though? Staying professional while his co-star scribbled absurd doodles on his scripts.

In a separate interview withRadio X, Elba got candid about one particularly bold prank. He joked,
John. It’s Idris. I remember the days on the US Office when you would draw penises on my script, while I was reading. Thinking that I could just continue reading while there’s a big d*ck. Thank you, John, for your support.

As Charles Miner, Idris Elba was the stern foil to John Krasinski’s prank-loving Jim Halpert. Butbehind the scenes, it was Krasinski who had the upper hand, proving that his on-screen charm wasn’t just for show.
John Krasinski’sJack Ryanmovie is officially happening
John Krasinski is back as the globe-trotting spy we all love. Prime Video dropped the news that aJack Ryanmovie is officially in the works, kicking off production in January 2025 in London. After crushing it in the show’s final season, Krasinski is set to return as the CIA hero, withSe7en’s Sienna Miller joining the ride.
Krasinski’s returning as the CIA operative we all know and love, withSe7en’s Sienna Miller joining the crew. Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly are also set to return, with Andrew Bernstein, who directed some of the series’ best episodes, taking the helm.
‘The Office’ Had to Scrap One of the Best Episodes Where Dwight Brought His Pet That Would’ve Been a Logistical Nightmare to Shoot
Get ready for some serious global thrills and geopolitical drama.
WatchThe Officeon Peacock & Apple TV.
Heena Singh
Editor | Former Senior Writer
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.