The Trailer For "The Paper" Just Dropped, And "The Office" Fans Are Seriouslyyy Divided

"The Office" Fans React To "The Paper" Trailer

If you haven’t watched at least one episode of The Office (yes, the US version), then babe — hate to break it to you — but you’ve probably been living under a rock. Everyone and their dog has seen at least a few episodes. Most of us? We’ve binged the whole series one, two, maybe twelve times. It’s basically in our DNA at this point. We’re the generation that knows weirdly specific facts about paper — reams, weights, sizes — all thanks to Dunder Mifflin. The show’s so iconic, it feels untouchable. You’d have to be bold (or foolish) to even try. But if you haven’t heard...

So when Peacock announced The Paper — a new spin-off set in the same universe as The Office with a similar vibe — will be premiering on September 4, naturally, the internet had thoughts.

What we know so far is...Domhnall Gleeson (About Time, Ex Machina, Fountain of Youth) and Sabrina Impacciatore (The White Lotus) are set to star. Oh, and yes, Oscar Martinez (played by Óscar Núñez) is coming back. Sure, we all wanted Michael, but let’s be honest — they didn’t even let him finish The Office. Still, never say never...or maybe we’ll get a surprise cameo from Jim and Pam.

According to the internet, the same documentary crew that followed Dunder Mifflin found a new subject — but this time, they’re turning the cameras on a dying Midwestern newspaper trying to stage a comeback with volunteer reporters. But nope, it’s not in Scranton this time. It's in Toledo, Ohio.

We’ve known about the spinoff since July 10, but as of last night, Peacock finally dropped the trailer for The Paper — and the internet is deep in speculation mode. As a self-proclaimed Office expert, part of me wants to dismiss it completely. Why mess with perfection? But as someone whose favourite movie is About Time, and who loves Domhnall Gleeson, I also just want to support the man’s career. I’m torn — and clearly, so is the internet. Fans have opinions, and yep, they’re sounding off. Here’s what people are saying:

So, what do you think? Are you watching The Paper? Or is your love for The Office too sacred to risk it? How do we feel about Oscar Martinez coming back? Think we’ll get any surprise cameos? Drop your thoughts in the comments. I’m nosy and need to know. Plus, I need some fellow Office fans to sway me in one direction or the other.

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