Twenty years after THE OFFICE first graced our screens, Domhnall Gleeson proves he’s the perfect leading man for television comedy’s most anticipated spin-off. In THE PAPER, Gleeson transforms from the supporting player we’ve watched evolve through films like ABOUT TIME and STAR WARS into a commanding comedic presence who anchors this brilliant new series with both intelligence and heart.
Gleeson’s Ned Sampson is a revelation—a newspaper editor who dreamed of being Clark Kent rather than Superman because it seemed “much more noble and much more achievable.” What makes Gleeson’s work in THE PAPER so compelling is how he avoids the trap of simply recreating Steve Carell’s Michael Scott or Ricky Gervais’s David Brent. His Ned is more intelligent, less blundering, yet still endearingly naive—qualities that mirror Gleeson’s own evolution as a performer. The Irish actor brings a warmth and sincerity that transforms what could have been another bumbling boss into someone genuinely worth rooting for. When Ned arrives bright-eyed at The Toledo Truth Teller only to be asked whether he’s there for the newspaper or toilet paper division, Gleeson’s reaction perfectly captures both the character’s optimism and the crushing reality of modern journalism.
For Gleeson, THE PAPER represents the culmination of years of steady, intelligent career choices. From his early work in Irish theatre to his breakthrough in ABOUT TIME, from his stint in the STAR WARS galaxy to his memorable turns in films like EX MACHINA, he’s built a reputation as one of the most reliable and versatile actors of his generation. THE PAPER allows him to synthesize all of that experience into a performance that feels effortless while carrying the weight of an entire series.
Domnhall sat down with SNL legend Seth Myers on his late show to discuss the new series. THE PAPER is streaming now on Peacock.
🏝️ Domhnall Gleeson is on an absolute roll — and THE INCOMER might be his most charming turn yet!
Gleeson`s performance in THE INCOMER is earning rave reviews - another win for one of Ireland`s most versatile actors right now🎬
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Colin Farrel just became the voice of @f1 `s biggest campaign of the year!
FIVE LIGHTS, a 90-second cinematic film narrated by Farrell and set to UNKLE`s Reign, launches F1`s return from summer break ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, and it`s a perfect pairing given how well known his love of racing is.
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Caitríona Balfe has joined Disney`s live-action TANGLED as Queen Arianna, Rapunzel`s long-lost mother.
She joins a growing cast that includes Teagan Croft, Milo Manheim, Kathryn Hahn with the film set for cinemas on March 31, 2028.
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He`s baaaack!
@piercebrosnanofficial returns in MOBLAND season two with Helen Mirren and everyone`s favourite bad boy, Tom Hardy, premiering Sep 18 only on @paramountplus.
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Domhnall Gleeson is back in THE PAPER Season 2!
Ned isn`t just central to the newsroom drama anymore, he`s now the editor of the Toledo Truth Teller, steering the team through two major investigations: a fire death and a tornado aftermath.
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Martin McDonagh is back 🎬
The Galway and Sligo-rooted writer-director behind IN BRUGES and THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN has unveiled the trailer for WILD HORSE NINE and is headed to @tiff_net.
In cinemas November 6th. Who`s ready? 👇
Caitríona Balfe is heading back to television 👁️
The OUTLANDER star teams with Oscar winner Alfonso Cuarón for ASCENSION, a psychological horror thriller for Apple TV, playing Rose, a documentary filmmaker probing a mysterious 20th-century cult... only to find something far more sinister waiting beneath its teachings.
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Phoenix rising 🔥🎬
CILLIAN MURPHY and wife Yvonne McGuinness have got the green light to bring Dingle`s beloved Phoenix Cinema back to life — not just as a cinema, but as a full-blown creative hub for west Kerry.
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Aisling Bea is going to Mars 🚀
The Irish actress and BAFTA TV winner has joined the cast of STARMAN, starring alongside Brendan Fraser and Jeff Daniels, playing defiant Irish photographer Julia Hanley opposite Fraser`s stranded astronaut.
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