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The Paper (2025)

English · Comedy
Released Sep 4, 2025
Page updated Oct 27, 2026

The Paper is streaming in the US on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus.

Included with subscription · Rent or buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

FilmyChill score
Worth a watch

Critics are warmer than audiences.

AudienceFrom 105 ratings on TMDB
Liked
CriticsFrom published reviews
Positive

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What the audience says

The Paper is a dependable English series — it does what it sets out to do.

Is it worth starting?

This is 2 seasons deep — English comedy, not one for younger kids.

Skip if
you want real stakes underneath the jokes
Best for
An episode-a-night rhythm

Good to know

Episodes20 across 2 seasons
Episode length23–27 min
Watch with family?TV-14 · Older kids & up

Director

Michael Koman

Cast

Domhnall Gleeson
Domhnall Gleeson
Ned Sampson
Sabrina Impacciatore
Sabrina Impacciatore
Esmeralda Grand
Chelsea Frei
Chelsea Frei
Mare Pritti
Melvin Gregg
Melvin Gregg
Detrick Moore
Gbemisola Ikumelo
Gbemisola Ikumelo
Adelola Olofin
Alex Edelman
Alex Edelman
Adam Cooper

Story

The documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin's Scranton branch is in search of a new subject when they discover a historic Toledo newspaper, The Truth Teller, and the eager publisher trying to revive it.

Where to watch in the US

Amazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumPeacock Premium Plus

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Rent or buy
Amazon VideoApple TV StoreGoogle Play MoviesFandango At Home

Availability as of Sep 11, 2026 — platforms may change over time.

More: All Prime Video titles in the US

Episodes

20 episodes across 2 seasons · season 2 below · original release dates

  1. 1
    The Best of UsSep 9, 2026 · same-day drop with E2 & E3 & E4 & E5 & E6 & E7 & E8 & E9 & E10 · 24 min
  2. 2
    Weekend NedSep 9, 2026 · 23 min
  3. 3
    Hearst's MistressSep 9, 2026 · 24 min
  4. 4
    Impressing a CopSep 9, 2026 · 24 min
  5. 5
    Dueling PencilsSep 9, 2026 · 23 min
  6. 6
    125 Years YoungSep 9, 2026 · 23 min
  7. 7
    Tornado AlertSep 9, 2026 · 26 min
  8. 8
    Secret TeamSep 9, 2026 · 23 min
  9. 9
    Who's Marv Marving?Sep 9, 2026 · 25 min
  10. 10
    The NS BoardSep 9, 2026 · 27 min

Trailer

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Frequently asked

Is The Paper worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Critics are warmer than audiences. It rates 7.1/10 on audience ratings. This is 2 seasons deep — English comedy, not one for younger kids.
Where can I watch The Paper?
You can stream The Paper in the US on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus.
How many episodes does The Paper have?
The Paper has 20 episodes across 2 seasons.
Is The Paper family friendly?
The Paper is rated TV-14. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is The Paper in?
The Paper is an English series (Comedy).
How many seasons does The Paper have?
The Paper has 2 seasons.
Who is in the cast of The Paper?
The Paper stars Domhnall Gleeson, Sabrina Impacciatore, Chelsea Frei and Melvin Gregg, directed by Michael Koman.
When did The Paper first air?
The Paper first aired on Sep 4, 2025.
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