The IT Crowd

Roy and Moss indulge in a sense of masculinity after stumbling upon a new football website, though the initial excitement quickly fades away. Meanwhile, Jen begins a relationship with a man who strikingly resembles a magician in his appearance and manner.

is a television episode that falls under the programme format. It presents a short, self‑contained story that centres on a handful of characters and their everyday experiences, packaged in a single instalment rather than a series‑long arc. In the first thread, Roy and Moss get a boost of confidence after stumbling across a new football website. The discovery gives them a chance to flaunt what they consider their masculine side, and they indulge in the feeling of being in the know. However, the sense of superiority proves short‑lived; the initial thrill quickly fades, leaving the pair to confront the reality that their perceived edge was only an illusion. A parallel storyline follows Jen, who begins seeing a man whose appearance is reminiscent of a magician. Their dates are marked by his uncanny, almost theatrical look, adding an unusual flavour to her romantic life. The episode juxtaposes Jen’s curiosity about this enigmatic figure with Roy and Moss’s fleeting bravado, offering a brief glimpse into how the characters navigate confidence, attraction and the fleeting nature of first impressions.