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.
THE MUMMY is coming to theaters Fri Apr 17.
Lee Cronin—the visionary behind THE HOLE IN THE GROUND and EVIL DEAD RISE—is back with an audacious, twisted retelling that`s already getting rave reviews. A young girl vanishes for eight years. When she finally returns, what should be a joyful reunion becomes a living nightmare.
Watch trailer now at irishfilmtv.com.
SNL UK IS BACK AND WE`RE LIVING FOR IT 🚨✨
Nicola Coughlan (yes, THAT Nicola Coughlan) is hosting on April 25th with the absolute legends that are @foofighters taking the stage 🎸
DERRY GIRLS fans, BRIDGERTON obsessives, this is your moment!
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Graham Norton is stepping into uncharted territory with THE NEIGHBOURHOOD—an ITV gameshow that`s about to flip the reality TV script entirely.
What happens when you put everyday people in extraordinary circumstances and ask them to compete against their neighbors for serious money?
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17 years old. A trip to Holland. Two Irish lads with big dreams and zero idea what was coming.
That`s where Ciarán Hinds and Liam Neeson bonded—and it changed everything. 🎬
In a beautiful moment on the Late Late Show, Hinds reflected on the power of those formative years—and why family, not accolades, is what truly matters. 💫
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72 hours. One decision. Everything on the line.
Andrew Scott is stepping into one of WWII`s most untold stories in the upcoming film PRESSURE—where a meteorologist`s weather forecast became the most consequential prediction in history.
Watch new trailer at irishfilmtv.com.
🎬 THE YEAR OF ÉANNA HARDWICKE 🎬
From SAIPAN to THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD to NO ORDINARY HEIST—this is the actor`s defining moment. An IFTA winner. A West End star. Now a desperate man caught in a heist like no other.
In cinemas THIS WEEK: a gripping true story of the infamous Northern Bank robbery. £26.5 million. Two families held hostage. No way out.
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BELFAST`s Jamie Dornan will host SNL UK this weekend.
Dornan, known for his role in FIFTY SHADES OF GREY and THE TOURIST, will front the program alongside Brit-award winning band Wolf Alice.
The show marks the first British incarnation of the sketch series, which was created by Lorne Michaels and first launched in the US in 1975.
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In a brand-new interview, OUTLANDER star/executive producer, Caitríona Balfe, discusses THAT pivotal Season 8, Episode 3 scene where Claire saves a baby.
A must-watch for OUTLANDER fans!
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✨ Brendan Gleeson just reminded us why he`s one of the greats ✨
Yesterday at the London Standard Theatre Awards, Gleeson took the night for his performance in THE WEIR—and honestly? there`s no one else who could have done it quite like him.
This is an actor who doesn`t perform. he breathes into the role. he becomes it. soul-deep, nuanced, the kind of characterisation that makes you forget you`re watching acting at all.
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