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NBC Cuts ‘The Paper’ Broadcast Run, Slots ‘Stumble’ Repeats on Mondays

NBC redirects the time slot to build audience for Stumble, reflecting a cross-platform programming strategy.

Overview

  • The Paper will end its Monday NBC run early, with its final three episodes airing Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026.
  • Starting Jan. 5, NBC will fill the 8:30 p.m. Monday slot with Stumble repeats, while new Stumble episodes continue Fridays at 8:30 p.m.
  • NBC plans to carry the Monday Stumble placement through Feb. 2, except Jan. 19 due to an NBA game.
  • The Paper’s full Season 1 has streamed on Peacock since Sept. 4, and the series has been renewed for Season 2.
  • NBC says The Paper added nearly 6 million cross-platform viewers during its NBC window, with an internal study indicating about 4% audience overlap and a younger Peacock demo.