The Paper: New Mockumentary Series on Peacock
The show's focus on the underdog characters who keep the newspaper alive, combined with its exploration of the passion and chaos of local journalism, makes for a compelling and entertaining watch, and its release on Peacock in September is highly anticipated.
Amazon's Peacock has announced a new mockumentary series called "The Paper", a spinoff of the popular series "The Office", set in the same universe and following the documentary crew that previously documented Dunder Mifflin's Scranton branch.
The series is set in the offices of the Toledo Truth-Teller, a historic Midwestern newspaper, and stars Domhnall Gleeson, Sabrina Impacciatore, and Oscar Nuñez, who reprise their roles from the original series. The show explores the passion and chaos of local journalism, with a focus on the underdog characters who keep the newspaper alive.
The show's logline reveals that the documentary crew is in search of a new subject when they discover the historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher trying to revive it. The series was presented as part of NBCUniversal's upfront presentation to advertisers and is created by Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, with executive production by Ricky Gervais.
The Paper is set to premiere on Peacock in September, with an exact date to be announced later. The series promises to bring the same behind-the-scenes chaos and humor that fans of "The Office" have come to love, with a fresh perspective on the world of local journalism.
With its talented cast, experienced creators, and unique premise, "The Paper" is sure to be a hit with fans of mockumentary series and "The Office" enthusiasts alike, offering a hilarious and heartwarming look at the world of local journalism.