Universal's Mockumentary Revolution: New Shows & Evolving Style
Update: 2025-12-16
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Universal Television is set to release three new mockumentary series this year, including The Paper, St. Denis Medical, and Stumble. The genre, popularized by shows like The Office and Parks and Recreation, has seen success with recent hits like Abbott Elementary and What We Do in the Shadows. Jim Donnelly, Universal TVs executive vice president for comedy development, emphasizes the importance of working with talented creators and writers to maintain quality. Showrunners like Eric Ledgin and Greg Daniels are evolving the format, with Ledgin aiming for steadier camera work and Daniels focusing on authenticity.
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