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Sky-high Expectations As This Long-awaited Series Is Renewed For A Second Season Before The First Episode Even Airs
The comedy series The Paper is set to premiere soon and already has a second season ordered, highlighting its potential.
Before the first episode of The Paper becomes available on Peacock, the streaming service has already ordered a second season. This move shows the company's strong confidence in the spin-off of The Office, which premiered this week.
The news was announced by lead actors Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore during their appearance on NBC’s Today. The early renewal is remarkable, as such decisions typically follow only after proven success. In this instance, Peacock seems to believe that a hit is highly probable, allowing the comedy series to continue through 2026.
The Paper is not a completely new title. The series shares the mockumentary style with The Office and is helmed by Greg Daniels, who was also responsible for the American version of the office comedy. Moreover, directors Ken Kwapis and Paul Lieberstein are returning, and Oscar Nuñez reprises his familiar role. This firmly anchors the connection to the original.
The concept revolves around a documentary crew capturing a new workplace after Dunder Mifflin: a historical newspaper in the American Midwest. There, an editor attempts to breathe new life into the newsroom, with all the chaotic and comedic consequences that ensue. According to sources, Daniels already has concrete ideas for a second season, further accelerating Peacock's decision.
The first season of The Paper, consisting of ten episodes, will premiere on September 4 on Peacock. In addition to Gleeson and Impacciatore, the cast includes Chelsea Frei, Melvin Gregg, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Alex Edelman, Ramona Young, and Tim Key.
The news was announced by lead actors Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore during their appearance on NBC’s Today. The early renewal is remarkable, as such decisions typically follow only after proven success. In this instance, Peacock seems to believe that a hit is highly probable, allowing the comedy series to continue through 2026.
Legacy Of The Office
The Paper is not a completely new title. The series shares the mockumentary style with The Office and is helmed by Greg Daniels, who was also responsible for the American version of the office comedy. Moreover, directors Ken Kwapis and Paul Lieberstein are returning, and Oscar Nuñez reprises his familiar role. This firmly anchors the connection to the original.
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The concept revolves around a documentary crew capturing a new workplace after Dunder Mifflin: a historical newspaper in the American Midwest. There, an editor attempts to breathe new life into the newsroom, with all the chaotic and comedic consequences that ensue. According to sources, Daniels already has concrete ideas for a second season, further accelerating Peacock's decision.
Launch And Future
The first season of The Paper, consisting of ten episodes, will premiere on September 4 on Peacock. In addition to Gleeson and Impacciatore, the cast includes Chelsea Frei, Melvin Gregg, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Alex Edelman, Ramona Young, and Tim Key.
