Office Spin-off Drops Before The Paper Season 2

Sophia Harris 09/03/2026

The enduring magic of The Office is about to get a deep dive. Get ready for Fan Level Midnight: Devoted to The Office, a six-part docuseries that is set to debut on Peacock on September 7, 2026.

This project isn’t just a retrospective; it’s an exploration of the massive cultural footprint the beloved workplace sitcom has left on audiences worldwide. It promises to peel back the curtain, revealing the devoted community that surrounds the show and the profound way it has shaped countless lives.

The series promises to deliver rare archival footage, never-before-heard stories, and intimate interviews with the creators and stars. Viewers will get an exclusive look at the people whose lives were touched by Dunder Mifflin, understanding how the show evolved from a comedy hit into a shared cultural phenomenon.

Fan Level Midnight aims to capture the essence of the show’s impact, focusing on how fans have found community, connection, and life lessons through the mockumentary. As one description puts it, The Office isn’t just a show people love to watch—it’s a world fans continue to live in, celebrate, and pass on.

The creative team behind the series includes director Shawn Cauthen, along with producers John Matthews, Tim Ogletree, and Jeremy Loethen. The project brings in incredible perspectives, featuring interviews with beloved figures such as Kathy Bates, Seth Rogen, and Andy Buckley.

This documentary serves as the perfect prelude to the next chapter in the mockumentary universe. Once viewers have experienced the depth of the community captured in Fan Level Midnight, they will be perfectly prepared for The Paper Season 2, which premieres on Peacock just two days later, on September 9, 2026.

The Paper Season 2 brings back the cast of the Toledo Truth Teller, featuring Domhnall Gleeson as Ned, Sabrina Impacciatore as Esmeralda, Chelsea Frei as Mare, Melvin Gregg as Detrick, and Gbemisola Ikumelo as Adelola. Oscar Nuñez will also reprise his role as Oscar Martinez.

The next installment of the mockumentary is co-created and executive produced by Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, continuing the legacy of the original series with fresh storytelling and enduring humor.