The documentary cameras that once captured the mundane chaos of Dunder Mifflin are rolling again, but this time they’ve traded paper sales for newspaper headlines. Greg Daniels, the mastermind behind THE OFFICE, has partnered with Michael Koman of NATHAN FOR YOU fame to deliver The Paper, a ten-episode comedy series that promises to recapture the mockumentary magic that made us fall in love with workplace dysfunction.
Set to drop all episodes at once on Peacock this September 4th, THE PAPER transports viewers to Toledo, Ohio, where the struggling Truth-Teller newspaper becomes the latest subject of our familiar documentary crew. At the center of this journalistic trainwreck is Ned Sampson, played by Domhnall Gleeson, whose previous work in EX MACHINA and ABOUT TIME showcased his ability to blend vulnerability with determination—qualities that seem perfectly suited for a man tasked with reviving a dying newspaper in America’s heartland.
The recently released sneak peek offers a tantalizing glimpse into the series’ comedic DNA. Gleeson’s Ned orchestrates a painfully staged meeting, coaching his bewildered staff on their responses while mysterious suited figures observe through glass conference room walls. It’s a moment that perfectly encapsulates the performative desperation of modern media, where appearances matter more than substance, and everyone’s playing a role they barely understand.
What makes THE PAPER particularly intriguing is its stellar ensemble cast, anchored by Tony Award winner Alex Edelman, who not only stars but also writes for the series. Edelman, fresh off his Special Tony Award win for the one-man show Just for Us, brings a sharp comedic sensibility that should complement the series’ satirical edge. The supporting cast reads like a who’s who of character actors: Sabrina Impacciatore, Chelsea Frei, Melvin Gregg, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Ramona Young, and Tim Key, with Oscar Nuñez reprising his beloved role as Oscar Martinez—a delightful bridge connecting this new world to the Scranton we know and love.
The guest star roster elevates expectations even higher, featuring Broadway veterans Tracy Letts and Molly Ephraim. Letts, whose Tony-winning work includes AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY and WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?, brings gravitas and theatrical timing that could prove essential in grounding the series’ more absurd moments. Ephraim, known for her Broadway turns in INTO THE WOODS and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, adds another layer of stage-trained precision to the proceedings.
Originally planned as a weekly release, Peacock’s decision to drop all episodes simultaneously suggests confidence in the show’s binge-worthy potential. This format allows viewers to fully immerse themselves in the Toledo Truth-Teller’s world without the weekly wait that might disrupt the mockumentary’s naturalistic flow. It’s a smart move that acknowledges how audiences consume comedy today while respecting the show’s narrative rhythm.
Brendan Gleeson is bringing all the feels in H IS FOR HAWK 🎬🦅
Playing the beloved father in this beautiful 2025 drama based on Helen Macdonald`s bestselling memoir, Gleeson delivers a performance that`s both tender and powerful.
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Netflix`s BALLAD OF A SMALL PLAYER has an amazing new trailer!
Colin Farrell plays an Irish fugitive hiding in Macau`s neon underworld as "Lord Doyle," gambling desperately to outrun his past.
The film opens in theaters Oct. 15 and starts streaming Oct. 29 on Netflix.
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Saoirse Ronan is heading back to the `60s! 🎸
The four-time Oscar nominee is reportedly set to play Linda McCartney in Sam Mendes` wildly ambitious THE BEATLES project—four separate films, each following a different Beatle.
She`ll star opposite Paul Mescal (her FOE co-star) as Paul McCartney, with Barry Keoghan as Ringo, Joseph Quinn as George, and Harris Dickinson as John.
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Cillian Murphy just confirmed THE IMMORTAL MAN drops in 2026 and Tommy Shelby is coming back with a vengeance. 🔥
Fresh off STEVE hitting Netflix, Murphy spilled the tea on The Graham Norton Show that the Peaky Blinders film has wrapped.
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Graham Norton isn`t going anywhere!
The BBC has locked in three more series of THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW - with 2.9 million viewers tuning in and clips going viral weekly, Norton continues to prove why he`s the gold standard for celebrity interviews.
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Cillian Murphy isn`t chasing blockbusters—he`s back in the classroom.
The Irish actor`s latest role in Netflix`s STEVE sees him playing a struggling teacher at a last-chance reform school, proving once again that he`s more interested in transformation than validation.
Watch Cillian`s TODAY interview via link in bio.
🖤⚡️ JESSIE BUCKLEY IS COMING BACK TO LIFE! ⚡️🖤
Ireland`s Irish powerhouse transforms into a Gaga-esque flapper brought back to life as the companion of Christian Bale`s creature in Maggie Gyllenhaal`s electrifying new take on THE BRIDE!
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🌟 From THE WITCHER to DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS to EVERYTHING NOW.
Dublin`s @niamhhmccormack_ has been quietly building one of the most impressive portfolios in Irish acting.
Don`t miss her in HOUSE OF GUINNESS, now streaming on @netflix.
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🌊 When Oscar-nominated Stephen Rea (THE CRYING GAME, MICHAEL COLLINS, V FOR VENDETTA) lends his legendary voice to a haunting tale of shipwreck and survival, you know something magical is about to happen.
📍 @irishculturalcentre, Hammersmith
🗓️ November 8-9 ONLY
🎭 Don`t miss this exclusive London run!
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🎬 Cillian Murphy is absolutely unstoppable right now!
Three incredible performances in a row: Oscar winner OPPENHEIMER ✨ SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE 💫 and now STEVE - a powerhouse drama about a school headteacher fighting his own demons while saving troubled kids.
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THE WEIR is haunting London`s Harold Pinter Theatre until 6 Dec, and it`s pure magic. Brendan Gleeson makes his West End debut alongside an incredible cast in Conor McPherson`s modern masterpiece - with the playwright himself directing for the first time!
"It`s already a classic in the canon of world theatre," says Seán McGinley, and honestly? We believe him. Sometimes the most powerful stories happen over a pint, in the space between words, where kindness becomes community.
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🏆 IRISH TALENT TAKES TORONTO!
Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal just won BIG at TIFF with HAMNET - snagging the People`s Choice Award that`s basically an Oscar crystal ball ✨
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From strolling London`s Highbury Fields to stepping into Paul McCartney`s shoes 🎸✨
Paul Mescal is living proof that staying grounded while reaching for the stars isn`t just possible—it`s the secret sauce. Fresh off HAMNET and deep in rehearsals for Sam Mendes` Beatles biopics, this Irish charmer is redefining what it means to be a modern movie star.
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🔥 When Margot Robbie had a "suspicion" her chemistry with Colin Farrell would work in A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY... she was absolutely right! ✨
These two icons dive into Kogonada`s A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY where strangers Sarah and David rent mysterious cars that transport them through doorways to their childhood memories. Talk about a wild ride! 🚗💫
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Paul Mescal and Josh O`Connor playing LIE vs LIE is the chaotic energy we didn`t know we needed 😂
These THE HISTORY OF SOUND co-stars swap outrageous stories, questionable audition tales, and awkward fan encounters—and honestly, we can`t tell what`s real anymore 🤷♀️
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