Summary:
- Potential title: “The Paper,” reflecting the shift to a struggling newspaper office.
- Developed by Greg Daniels, continuing the Dunder Mifflin universe with a fresh setting.
- Confirmed cast includes Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore; filming in Summer 2024.
The upcoming sequel series to the beloved sitcom “The Office” has a potential title: The Paper. This name reflects the show’s shift from a paper sales company to a struggling newspaper office.
While not an official announcement, the Writer’s Guild of America page for co-creator Greg Daniels lists the series as “The Paper,” suggesting it’s the intended title. However, a formal confirmation is still pending.
Developed by Daniels, the American “The Office” was based on Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s UK version. The original show focused on the Scranton branch of Dunder Mifflin. This sequel follows the same documentary crew venturing to a new workplace: a Midwestern newspaper on the brink of collapse.
The official logline describes the premise: “The documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch is in search of a new subject when they discover a dying historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher trying to revive it with volunteer reporters.”
NBCUniversal Entertainment President Lisa Katz, upon announcing the show, highlighted the enduring popularity of “The Office” and its ability to attract new generations of fans. She emphasized the introduction of a fresh cast and setting ripe for comedic exploration within the Dunder Mifflin universe.
While an ensemble cast is expected, only Domhnall Gleeson (“About Time”) and Sabrina Impacciatore (“The White Lotus“) have been confirmed so far. Filming is slated for Summer 2024, with a potential 2025 release on Peacock.
The official premiere date for “The Paper” remains unannounced. Stay tuned for further updates!
