How to watch The Office spin-off The Paper

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The well-loved American adaptation of “The Office” will be receiving an unusual spin-off titled “The Paper”. This new series invites viewers to explore a distinct work environment, populated by characters as quirky as those in the original show.

In the lead role is Domhnall Gleeson, well-known for his parts in Star Wars and About Time. He plays a character who is both driven and hopeful, transitioning from a journalist to the editor of a failing newspaper situated in the Midwest’s Ohio region. This newspaper happens to be facing difficulties.

In my critique, I find myself deeply moved by this journalist’s determination to reinstate the original principles of his publication – a noble quest to scrutinize local powers. However, I must admit that the brutal truth of contemporary journalism presents a formidable challenge: a landscape often plagued by understaffing and financial constraints, which can make the pursuit of truth a relentless uphill battle.

Despite having a determined team by his side, featuring standout actors like Gbemisola Ikumelo from Black Ops and Sabrina Impacciatore, who rose to fame in The White Lotus, the Toledo Truth Teller is ready to confront challenging circumstances directly.

As a passionate film enthusiast, if you’re eagerly anticipating a unique perspective on corporate dynamics, here’s my personal guide to catching the gripping drama ‘The Paper’ in good ol’ Blighty (UK). Enjoy the show!

How to watch The Paper in the UK

The Paper will be available in the UK on Sky Max and streaming platform NOW.

Starting at 9 PM on Fridays, episodes will be shown in pairs on Sky Max. If you prefer, you can watch the whole series at once by streaming it on NOW, starting from Friday 5th September 2025.

How to get Sky and NOW in the UK

The Entertainment Pass offered by NOW provides you access to shows on Sky Max, in addition to content across various other Sky channels. You have the option to subscribe to this service with a recurring monthly payment of £9.99, which is managed through NOW.

Sky Max is available in packages from Sky, Virgin and BT. You can browse Sky deals below.

How many episodes are in The Paper?

Season 1 of The Paper features a grand total of 10 episodes, which is notably fewer than all but the initial season of The Office (US).

The Paper release schedule

Starting on Friday, 5th September 2025, you can watch all episodes of The Paper in one go on NOW for a binge-watch experience. However, the show will also be airing gradually on Sky Max over some period as well.

Here’s an overview of the anticipated schedule:

  • The Paper episode 1 – Friday 5th September at 9pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 2 – Friday 5th September at 9:35pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 3 – Friday 12th September at 9pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 4 – Friday 12th September at 9:35pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 5 – Friday 19th September at 9pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 6 – Friday 19th September at 9:35pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 7 – Friday 26th September at 9pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 8 – Friday 26th September at 9:35pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 9 – Friday 3rd October at 9pm on Sky Max
  • The Paper episode 10 – Friday 3rd October at 9:35pm on Sky Max

The Paper premieres on Sky Max and NOW on Friday 5th September 2025.

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2025-09-02 20:07