"An Inside Look at 'The Paper,' Featuring Oscar Nuñez, Alex Edelman, and Gbemisola Ikumelo"
The much-anticipated comedy-drama series, "The Paper," is set to premiere on September 4 on OSN+ in the UAE. Created by Greg Daniels, the creative mind behind the hit show "The Office," and Michael Koman, this spin-off promises to be a fresh take on the mockumentary format.
The show revolves around a group of misfits trying to find their place in a struggling local newspaper, The Truth Teller, located in Toledo, Ohio. The story balances sincerity and satire effectively, providing a subtle love letter to local journalism in an age of clickbaits and vanishing print subscriptions.
Domhnall Gleeson plays the passionate new editor-in-chief, while Emilia Jones, Thuso Mbedu, Alison Oliver, Fabien Frankel, Jamie McShane, and Samuel Keeley are among the main cast members. Oscar Nuñez, known for his role as Oscar Martinez in "The Office," reprises his character but in a new professional chapter.
The series also features Alex Edelman as a sweet and simple character and Gbemisola Ikumelo as a character who thinks she's smart but is underwhelming and uninterested at the start of the show.
The directors of "The Paper," including Chloe Weaver, have previous experience working on "The Office," ensuring a smooth blend of satire, workplace dysfunction, and surprising tenderness. Oscar Nuñez describes the show as "printed truth," a remark that blends sincerity and satire.
Husain Rizvi, a Senior Features Writer who covers entertainment and lifestyle stories with an interest in tech (games) and sports, finds the show potentially becoming the newsroom comedy we didn't know we needed. When not working, Husain can be found at the gym or finishing a boss fight in a video game.
As for the awards season, the Emmy Awards 2025 have "Severance" leading with 27 nominations, followed by "The Penguin" and "The Studio." With its unique blend of humour, drama, and a deep look into the world of journalism, "The Paper" could very well be a contender for future awards. Don't miss out on this exciting new series!
