The Paper to Binge All 10 Episodes on Sept 4 in The Office Universe
Peacock and Universal Television are releasing The Paper as a binge watch, dropping the full 10-episode season on September 4. The shift from a four-episode premiere with weekly drops to a complete release follows enthusiastic early feedback and the decision to place the new Office universe entry in front of audiences ahead of a crowded fall television slate. The Paper, created by Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, reimagines the familiar documentary crew from The Office as they turn their lenses toward a new subject: Toledo’s ailing newspaper, the Truth Teller, and its publishers’ bid to revive it.
Set in the same universe as The Office, The Paper centers on Ned Sampson, played by Domhnall Gleeson, who arrives as the new editor-in-chief of the Toledo Truth Teller. He leads a diverse, imperfect team in a town facing a crumbling local media scene, aiming to revive a newspaper that once anchored the community. Oscar Nuñez reprises his beloved The Office role as Oscar Martinez, a meta-nod to fans of the original series, and is joined by a cast that includes Sabrina Impacciatore, Chelsea Frei, Melvin Gregg, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Alex Edelman, Ramona Young and Tim Key. The show also...