When it comes to choosing some of the best sitcoms of all time that have become legendary in their own right, it goes without saying that The Office would definitely be a part of the conversation. After all, the hijinks that occurred at Dunder Mifflin time and time again have become the stuff of legends, with the endearing characters and interesting plot points serving as a great way for fans of the show to stick with the series and develop a bond of sorts with every employee of Dunder Mifflin.
Speaking of beloved Dunder Mifflin employees, it was only a matter of time before Jim Halpert would make his way into this conversation. One of the most dedicated and prolific pranksters in sitcom history, Jim is easily one of the best characters in The Office, and his relationship with Pam leads to some of the most heartwarming moments in the entire show. However, that being said, there are still a few facets of Jim's character that warrant a proper explanation due to how inherently nonsensical they truly are. Let's take a closer look at ten such aspects of Jim Halpert that make absolutely no sense whatsoever.
Jim Being Judgemental Of Josh's Actions Is Quite Weird
Josh is a character that only appears for a few episodes, with his last contribution being screwing over Jan when he used his promotion as Regional Manager as leverage to get an even better position at Staples.
Jan is understandably angry at this, but what is puzzling is that even Jim is highly critical of Josh when he should understand why Josh would do the thing he did to gain a better job. The last thing he should be doing is judging Josh for being smarter and craftier than his employers.
Jim Going For The Corporate Job In New York Is Very Much Out Of Character For Him
Another thing that is quite puzzling is the fact that Jim decides to go for the interview to become a higher ranking member of the Dunder Mifflin corporation when he's clearly stated the fact that he doesn't want his current job to become his career.
While his feelings for Pam might've contributed to this, there's no denying the fact that Jim is quite hypocritical and doesn't really stick to his guns at all.
The Fact That He's Never Respected As A Manager Is Quite Saddening
When Jim becomes a co-manager along with Michael, one thing that every viewer would've noticed is the fact that none of his now-subordinates give him any respect, to the point where an entire episode is dedicated to how he would punish Ryan "within his authority".
Jim's co-workers aren't horrible or jealous people, so for them to completely dismiss his authority as a manager is certainly quite odd. This notion holds true for the higher-ups as well...
Contrary To Jo's Opinion, Jim And Michael Were Not Doing "One Man's Job"
After Scranton merged with the other two branches that shut down, it was obvious that the client load of the Scranton branch would've been at an all-time high, to the point where the two co-managers at the time were technically handing the workload of three people.
However, this sentiment was not shared by Jo, who stated that both managers were technically doing "one man's job" which is a completely incorrect statement. What makes this even worse is the fact that neither Jim nor Michael point out how wrong her statement was.
The Commission Cap Came Out Of Nowhere And Destroyed Jim's Reasoning To Remain A Salesman
After realizing the insane amount of money the salespeople could earn with their commissions, Jim decided to step down and let Michael assume the role of a manager.
However, these motivations are completely thrown to the wind in a throwaway episode when commission caps are revealed out of nowhere, leading to a rather awkward — and completely unnecessary — moment for Jim when he realizes that his action of stepping down from a manager's post was ultimately for nothing.
Jim's Superiority Complex Should Make Him Unlikable From The Get-Go
While Jim has had his ups-and-downs with people in the office, there's no denying that his colleagues are certainly fond of him.
That being said, Jim does tend to think he's above the office people and doesn't really hide his disdain for the menial work that he does — work that puts food on the plate for most of Dunder Mifflin's employees. So, the fact that he's still beloved after being so smug is quite odd indeed.
Jim Has One Rather Puzzling Exchange With Charles Miner
During one exchange with Charles Miner, Jim brings up his promotion to the post of Assistant Regional Manager. However, Charles incorrectly rectifies his statement by calling him "Assistant to the Regional Manager", something that was vehemently false.
However, Jim doesn't bother to correct Charles, and is also rendered speechless when asked about his additional responsibilities, of which there were many!
He Probably Drove Home Drunk In The Pool Party Episode, Which Is Incredibly Irresponsible Of Him
During the episode where Robert California organizes a pool party, Jim is shown trying his hardest to leave the party early... only for Robert to rope him in and pretty much forcing him to drink a ton of wine.
The fact that he drove to and back from the place in his car meant that he was quite clearly drunk driving, which is a needless risk that a person like Jim would never take.
Cathy Should Never Have Assumed That Jim's Marriage With Pam Was Fractured
Cathy's subplot with Jim is a complete waste of time, and what makes this development even worse is the fact that she tells her friend a statement that is vehemently untrue.
According to Cathy, Jim and Pam's marriage was failing, when in reality this couldn't have been further from the truth. It was clear to everyone in the office that Jim and Pam were as happy as they could be, and Cathy should've noticed this as well.
The Friction In Jim And Pam's Marriage Feels Completely Fabricated
The final two seasons of The Office did their very best to continue onward without the presence of Michael Scott, and — for the most part — one might assume that they managed to do so in admirable fashion.
However, one element in the final season that makes absolutely no sense is the random friction that comes up between Jim and Pam, with a bunch of avoidable incidences leading to boring arguments and tension that would come and go at the drop of a hat. It's the most inconsistent aspect of the final season, and certainly reduces the quality of the narrative somewhat.