"The Paper" gets early season two renewal ahead of season one drop on Peacock

'The Paper' is a mockumentary workplace comedy starring Domhnall Gleeson as part of a flailing Toledo newspaper staff. The series has been marketed as an 'Office' spinoff to draw in fans, though the only real connection is the presence of Oscar Nunez.

Peacock dropped all episodes of season 1 of 'The Paper' on Sept. 4 after initially planning a weekly rollout. Renewing the show for a second season just before its premiere signals some confidence from the streamer, but it also serves another purpose: convincing viewers the series is worth starting. Many people hesitate to watch shows until renewal news arrives, fearing cancellation will make the time investment pointless, a mindset that can, ironically, hurt a show’s chances of survival.

By announcing a second season up front, Peacock is signaling to viewers that 'The Paper' is a safe investment, encouraging more people to check out the first season. The renewal also puts the show back in the headlines just as it debuts. And for those who do watch and enjoy it, there’s the added reassurance that more episodes are already on the way.

(h/t Variety)