Peacock Launches 'The Paper' Comedy on Struggling Midwest Newsroom

Peacock has premiered "The Paper," a 10-episode mockumentary-style comedy series created by Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, serving as a spinoff of "The Office." The show follows the same documentary crew from "The Office" as they focus on a struggling Midwestern newspaper, reflecting real-world challenges faced by local journalism amid digital transformation. The cast includes Sabrina Impacciatore, Chelsea Frei, and Oscar Nunez reprising his role from "The Office," with the series available for streaming globally. Critics note that while "The Paper" captures the spirit of its predecessor and portrays journalists authentically, its characters are less memorable than those from Dunder Mifflin. Meanwhile, Peacock has also added several notable film misfires to its September catalog, including "The Last Witch Hunter" and "I, Frankenstein," the latter being praised for its fresh take on Mary Shelley’s classic despite initial poor reception. This programming update reflects Peacock's strategy of blending new original content with a curated selection of previously underappreciated titles.