Something new is coming to Peacock this fall, and it’s set in Toledo. The Paper is the latest mockumentary sitcom from Greg Daniels (The Office) and Michael Koman, and fans can experience the premiere together on Thursday, September 4 at 8 p.m. with a local watch party.
The series follows the Toledo Truth-Teller, a once-proud Midwestern newspaper now hanging on by a thread, kept alive by volunteer reporters and plenty of chaos. The show promises to deliver the same sharp humor and awkward charm that made The Office a classic—only this time, with Toledo as the backdrop.
And if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been watching The Office on repeat since 2010. It’s more than just a show—it’s comfort food. It’s mental health. It’s that thing you throw on when you need a laugh, or just to feel a little less stressed at the end of a long day. That’s why I can’t wait to see if The Paper carries that same spirit forward.
The cast is stacked: Domhnall Gleeson leads as new editor-in-chief Ned Sampson, alongside Sabrina Impacciatore as Esmeralda Grand. They’re joined by Chelsea Frei, Melvin Gregg, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Alex Edelman, Ramona Young, and Tim Key. And yes, fans of The Office will be excited to see Oscar Nuñez back as Oscar Martinez.
The first two episodes drop September 4, and fans will gather at The Blarney in downtown Toledo at 8 p.m. for a full watch party experience — complete with food, drinks, and plenty of laughs — before diving into the big question: Does The Paper really capture the spirit of Toledo?
