'Funniest show of the year' now available on Sky leaves viewers 'in stitches'
Mirror September 15, 2025 06:39 PM

Telly fans are flocking to catch the 'most hilarious programme of the year' following a critic's claim the series left them 'in absolute hysterics'. There's plenty of brilliant TV at the moment with Netflix fans 'gripped' after watching the 'greatest film of the decade'.

But it's not just Netflix which has great shows to watch as Sky recently released a hilarious sitcom. So if you're after something light-hearted and effortless to consume after a long day at work, then you better check this series out now. The Paper is an American mockumentary comedy series crafted by Greg Daniels and Michael Koman which serves as a sequel and spin-off to the legendary smash hit programme, The Office.

Featuring Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore, the programme debuted on Peacock on September 4, 2025, and has now been commissioned for a second series.

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Now audiences are fortunate to be able to view it on Sky with weekly double episodes on Sky Max.

One critic, known as Eccy Reviews on TikTok and boasting 350,000 followers, recently examined the series and branded it the 'most amusing of the year'.

Speaking in one of his recent videos, he declared: "The absolutely hilarious and brand new show The Paper has now been released on Sky and this is easily the funniest show of the year, so let's talk about it.

"Domhnall Gleeson who I absolutely love as Ned Sampson is brilliant in this show, every single scene he has me in stitches and I actually couldn't fault this character.

"But Esmeralda who I wasn't even sure about ended up stealing the entire series and she was easily my favourite. I love her whole entire rivalry with Ned and I'm interested in what everyone else's thoughts are on Esmeralda."

He went on to reveal his top episode was number 5 following the Catfish storyline featuring Esmeralda and Ned.

"I was absolutely in stitches in so many scenes during this episode," he confessed.

"And we can't forget about the return of Oscar Martinez, it was so funny seeing him again, the whole thing of him not wanting to be in the show is brilliant."

For those needing further persuasion, the critic declared: "But season 1 of The Paper is absolutely brilliant.

"I love every single character, the banter works so well I love the little hints and romances and so much things we can see blossoming going into season 2.

"But I'm interested, let me know who your favourite character is, your favourite episodes and your entire thoughts."

His TikTok clip attracted considerable interest after being posted, with numerous viewers eager to voice their opinions as well.

One commented: "Such a good start to this show!" Another chimed in: "So funny! Agreed."

Based on IMDB data, The Paper boasts a 7/10 rating from 3,700 votes.

Every instalment runs for 30 minutes and centres on a historic yet struggling Midwestern publication attempting to revive itself using volunteer journalists.

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