The new Peacock streaming series, “The Paper,” comes from one of the creators of “The Office,” Emmy-winner Greg Daniels and his partner, Emmy-winner Michael Koman. It features the documentary crew from “The Office” focusing its collective lenses on a newspaper in Ohio.
Here’s what to know about the Peacock series ‘The Paper’:
What is ‘The Paper’ about?
The camera crew that covered the paper company Dunder-Mifflin in “The Office” finds a new topic to explore. Although that company no longer exists – having been bought years ago – they contact the new owner, a toilet paper company that also owns a struggling newspaper in Toledo, Ohio. Rather than explore that successful toilet paper company, they opt for the staff of the newspaper.
Who is in the cast of ‘The Paper?’
The cast is led by Irish actor Domhnall Gleeson, who appeared in a couple of “Harry Potter” films as well as the final “Star Wars” trilogy among other projects.
Left to right: Sabrina Impacciatore as Esmeralda, Oscar Nunez as Oscar, Domhnall Gleeson as Ned, Gbemisola Ikumelo as Adelola in Peacock’s “The Paper.”
Will any of the cast from ‘The Office’ be in ‘The Paper?’
There is one returning cast member from “The Office” returning for this new mockumentary. Oscar Nunez, who portrayed Oscar Martinez, an accountant, returns to reprise the role in “The Paper.”
How many episodes will there be in ‘The Paper?’
“The Paper is slated for a 10-episode run on the streaming service Peacock.
‘The Paper’ release date: How to watch the new show
“The Paper” will release on Peacock on Thursday, Sept. 4. If you recall, “The Office” aired on NBC on Thursdays.
Did ‘The Paper’ film in Toledo?
Yes, some portions of the show were filmed in Toledo.
How authentic is it with respect to Toledo?
According to reports, the production worked with FilmToledo to incorporate aspects of the city into the show, including the local Jeep plant, Toledo Walleye and the Mud Hens.
‘The Paper’ trailer
George M. Thomas covers a myriad of things including sports and pop culture, but mostly sports, he thinks, for the Beacon Journal.
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