The Paper Arrives in Italy: Everything You Need to Know About The Office Spin-Off

From Dunder Mifflin to the newsroom of The Truth Teller.

by Biagio Petronaci

08 January 2026 13:57

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The Office universe expands with The Paper, the new mockumentary series created by Greg Daniels and Michael Koman. Set in a struggling newspaper newsroom, The Paper aims to inherit the legacy of the historic NBC show, maintaining its irreverent tone and documentary style, but with new faces and new dynamics.

The Plot
Connections to The Office
The Cast
When is it released in Italy?
The Release Date
Where to Watch the Series in Streaming?
The Trailer
The Poster

The Plot of The Paper: What is the series about?

The Paper takes us to Toledo, Ohio, where a documentary crew, the same one that immortalized the events of the Dunder Mifflin employees, now turns its spotlight on The Truth Teller, an old, decaying local newspaper. The goal? To chronicle the at times desperate and at times hilarious attempt to bring it back to life through the work of volunteers. Amidst stubborn editors, improvised reporters, and creative tensions, the series moves with its usual satirical vein to explore a new work ecosystem.

The Paper, connections to The Office

Although it features new characters and a new setting, The Paper is part of the same narrative universe as The Office. This is demonstrated not only by the inherited mockumentary style but also by the return of Oscar Nuñez as Oscar Martinez, the long-time accountant at the Scranton branch. Furthermore, behind the camera, we find many names familiar to long-time fans, including Greg Daniels, Jennifer Celotta, Paul Lieberstein, Dave Rogers, and Jeffrey Blitz. It is therefore more of a spiritual spin-off than a direct one, capable of offering a new perspective with the same DNA.

The Cast of The Paper: Actors and Characters

The main cast of The Paper is rich and varied, with talented performers who will bring the chaotic Toledo newsroom to life.

Domhnall Gleeson: known for Ex Machina and About Time, leads the cast in a central role.
Sabrina Impacciatore: the Italian actress, previously seen in The White Lotus, is ready to make her mark in this American production as well.
Melvin Gregg, Chelsea Frei, Ramona Young, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Alex Edelman, Tim Key, and Eric Rahill complete the editorial team.
Among the recurring faces are Tracy Letts, Molly Ephraim, Nancy Lenehan, Allan Havey, and Mo Welch. As anticipated, Oscar Nuñez returns in the role of Oscar Martinez, the only direct link to The Office.

When is The Paper released in Italy?

The Paper will debut in Italy on January 26, 2026, available for streaming on NOW and airing on Sky Serie, with all episodes released simultaneously. Additionally, during the same period, The Office will also be available on Sky and NOW from January 17, with all nine seasons available on demand.

The Release Date of The Paper: When is it out?

The first season of The Paper debuts in the USA on September 4, 2025, with the initial release of four episodes. Following this, two new episodes will be released every Thursday until September 25, for a total of ten episodes. A weekly schedule is expected to accompany the audience throughout the month.

Where to watch The Paper in streaming?

The Paper will be available exclusively on Peacock, NBCUniversal's streaming platform. An international distribution has not yet been announced, but considering the global success of The Office, it is likely that the series will also be made available on other services in Europe and Italy.

The Trailer for The Paper

The trailer is not yet available, but should arrive in the coming weeks.

The Poster for The Paper

The Paper represents a new gamble in the American comedy landscape, with The Office's creative team behind it and a promising cast. Click here to not miss our special dedicated to The Office!