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Domhnall Gleeson is making a bold leap into American television with Peacock’s upcoming mockumentary series THE PAPER, marking a significant pivot in a career that has masterfully balanced blockbuster franchises with intimate character studies. The Irish actor, who captivated audiences as the conflicted Hux in the recent STAR WARS trilogy and broke hearts as Tim in ABOUT TIME, now finds himself at the center of a comedy series that carries the substantial weight of following in THE OFFICE’s footsteps.
Set to premiere September 4 with a generous four-episode drop, THE PAPER represents more than just another streaming series launch—it’s Gleeson’s most prominent foray into the distinctly American art of workplace comedy. The series follows the same documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch as they discover a historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher desperately trying to revive it. That publisher is Gleeson, stepping into territory that feels both familiar and entirely new for an actor who has spent recent years navigating the complexities of science fiction epics and British period pieces.
The timing couldn’t be more intriguing for Gleeson’s career trajectory. Following his memorable turn as the increasingly unhinged General Hux across THE FORCE AWAKENS, THE LAST JEDI, and THE RISE OF SKYWALKER, the actor has been deliberately seeking projects that showcase his range beyond the confines of galactic villainy. His recent work has demonstrated a particular gift for characters caught between ambition and vulnerability—a skill that should serve him well as a newspaper publisher fighting against the tide of modern media.
Created by Greg Daniels, who developed the American version of THE OFFICE, and Michael Koman, co-creator of NATHAN FOR YOU, THE PAPER arrives with impressive comedic pedigree. The series promises to capture the lightning-in-a-bottle formula that made THE OFFICE a cultural phenomenon, but with Gleeson’s particular brand of earnest intensity anchoring the proceedings. His ability to find genuine emotion within comedic situations—evident in films like EX MACHINA and FRANK—suggests he’s uniquely positioned to navigate the mockumentary format’s delicate balance between humor and heart.
The supporting cast, including Sabrina Impacciatore, Chelsea Frei, and Oscar Nuñez reprising his role from THE OFFICE, creates an ensemble that should allow Gleeson to explore the collaborative comedy style that has become his recent calling card. After years of carrying dramatic weight in films like THE REVENANT and BROOKLYN, this represents a chance for audiences to see a different side of an actor who has consistently chosen projects that challenge both himself and viewer expectations.
With new episodes dropping every Thursday through September 25, THE PAPER offers Gleeson the rare opportunity to develop a character across multiple episodes rather than the single-film format that has defined much of his recent work. For an actor who has proven equally capable of commanding the screen in intimate character studies and massive franchise installments, this television venture represents the next logical evolution in a career defined by thoughtful risk-taking and genuine artistic curiosity.
The awards season darling you`ve been hearing about is finally streaming.
Chloé Zhao`s HAMNET—the haunting exploration of grief, love, and the creation of Shakespeare`s HAMLET—brings together Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley in performances that have kept both firmly in the Oscar conversation.
If you missed it theatrically, now`s your chance to see what the buzz is about before Oscar night. This is the kind of film that reminds you why cinema matters.
More HAMNET at irishfilmtv.com.
Taylor Swift just dropped the OPALITE music video and it`s giving major Irish vibes ☘️✨
The nearly 6-minute visual sees Domhnall Gleeson starring as Taylor`s love interest, playing two lonely souls who find each other. But here`s where it gets even better: eagle-eyed Swifties spotted cameos from Cillian Murphy and Graham Norton, making this a full-on Irish affair.
Want the full breakdown of this transatlantic collaboration? Head to our blog for all the details on how this stunning video came together. Link in bio! 🔗
The creator of DERRY GIRLS just dropped a murder mystery set at an Irish wake, and honestly? It`s the genre mashup we didn`t know we needed 🕵️♀️
Lisa McGee is back with HOW TO GET TO HEAVEN FROM BELFAST on Netflix, and if you loved how she found humor in the Troubles (Protestants! Toasters! Cupboards!), you`re going to eat this up.
Three friends reunite for their childhood bestie`s funeral, only to realize her death isn`t what it seems. Cue an eerie adventure across Ireland that`s equal parts creepy and hilarious.
More at irishfilmtv.com.
British Vogue just put Jessie Buckley on their February cover and it`s not just a magazine shoot—it`s a coronation.
Shot by Jack Davison on the windswept Norfolk coast near her home, these images are pure cinema. Sky, sea, and a woman at the exact moment her entire life is about to change.
She`s the frontrunner for Best Actress. HAMNET is destroying audiences. She`s a new mother standing at the edge of the kind of fame that alters everything.
And Vogue captured it all—the grit, the greatness, the quiet mastery that got her here.
More Jessie at irishfilmtv.com.
Caitriona Balfe has just landed her next major role in THE HOUSEKEEPER.
Set in a grand historic manor against Cornwall`s dramatic landscape, Balfe plays Danni, a housekeeper who falls into a forbidden affair with none other than writer Daphne du Maurier (played by Mackenzi Laird).
While we`re counting down to OUTLANDER`s final season premiere on Mar 6th, Balfe is already proving she`s so much more than Claire Fraser. 🔥
More Caitriona at irishfilmtv.com.
After over 20 years of mesmerizing us on screen, Saoirse Ronan is ready to call the shots—literally.
The four-time Oscar nominee is making her directorial debut with PAPER PLANE, an Irish short film she`s also writing, and honestly, this feels like the natural next chapter for someone who`s been acting since she was nine years old.
Details about PAPER PLANE are still under wraps, but with Ronan`s track record, expectations are sky-high. What are you most excited to see from her behind the camera? 🎬
More Saoirse at irishfilmtv.com.
Louis Paxton`s Sundance 2026 debut THE INCOMER stars Domhnall Gleeson, Gayle Rankin, and Grant O`Rourke in a trio that`s equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking.
Think fish-out-of-water meets generational grief, wrapped in the warmth of fireside hot chocolate. Sometimes the scariest thing isn`t a legendary Fin Man—it`s letting go of the past.
Have you ever held onto something because changing felt like betrayal?
More Domhnall at irishfilmtv.com.
🎸 THE BEATLES ARE COMING BACK TO CINEMAS.
Four films. Four perspectives. One legendary band.
Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney. Harris Dickinson as John Lennon. Joseph Quinn as George Harrison. Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr.
The first look just dropped via postcards hidden around Liverpool`s performing arts campus and honestly?
The hype is REAL. 🔥
Sam Mendes is directing all four films, each told from a different Beatle`s POV, and they`re ALL releasing on the same day—April 7, 2028.
Which Beatle`s story are you most excited to see? 👇
Irish talent is absolutely dominating the 2026 BAFTA nominations! 🇮🇪✨
Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal both scored major noms for HAMNET, with Buckley up for Leading Actress as Agnes and Mescal recognized for Supporting Actor as William Shakespeare. The film has basically swept the nominations, breaking records left and right.
But that`s just the beginning. Andrew Scott landed on the longlist for BLUE MOON, Robbie Ryan got recognized for his stunning cinematography on BUGONIA, and even Cillian Murphy appears as a producer on the STEVE longlist.
From performers to cinematographers to production companies like Element Pictures and Wild Atlantic Pictures, Irish voices are everywhere in this year`s race.
The ceremony hits London on February 22nd. The world is watching Irish cinema right now, and what a moment to witness. 🎬🔥
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