‘THE Office” – the new comedy that was just finding its feet after a year on the air – is ending its season early.

NBC, the network that airs the show, says “The Office” will end for the year in March.

The show’s star, Steve Carell, has a commitment to make a movie, “Evan Almighty,” and will not be available to tape episodes.

The shortened season represents something of a blow for the series. Since moving to Thursday nights, the show’s ratings have skyrocketed as viewers discovered its eccentric, cringe-worthy humor.

NBC said it had already renewed the series for next season – but interrupting viewers’ habits is a gamble.

The time slot is set to be filled by new comedy, “Teachers.”