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Season 1 – Paradise

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A security service team gets assigned to safeguard a former president.
Paradise — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Teeming with heady concepts and themes, Paradise is an overstuffed but addictively ambitious reunion of Sterling K. Brown and creator Dan Fogelman.

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Doreen St. Felix The New Yorker Much of “Paradise” is hammy as hell... Marsden and Brown are actors who know how to harness the saccharine, though, burning sugar in order to give the narrative dimension. Mar 8, 2025 Full Review Liz Shannon Miller Consequence What was most exciting about this first season of Paradise was the momentum it was able to maintain — it had big “limited series” energy, each episode playing like creator Dan Fogelman wasn’t holding anything back for a second season. Mar 4, 2025 Full Review Wenlei Ma The Nightly (AU) Sterling K. Brown is eminently watchable and a gifted actor who persuasively sells the roiling emotions inside Xavier. Feb 19, 2025 Full Review Liam Maguren Flicks (AU, NZ, UK) I can’t recall the last time, or any time, a show pulled such a rope-a-dope in its opening ep. But, boy, what a fantastic surprise and a great payoff for anyone who took a punt on this series. Apr 3, 2025 Full Review Rachael Sigee iNews.co.uk Although some stylistic flourishes risk colouring the show’s bolder elements as silly rather than scary, the subject matter feels urgent. Rated: 4/5 Apr 1, 2025 Full Review Kathleen Newman-Bremang Refinery29 The absurdity and sincerity of Paradise is its strength. Mar 25, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Wayne D Paradise is a gripping ride from start to finish — a slow-burn political thriller that rewards patience with rich character development and jaw-dropping plot twists. What really hooked me was how every character felt layered with secrets, pain, and purpose. No one was purely good or bad, and that complexity gave the show real emotional weight. The story unfolds inside a post-apocalyptic underground society, but it’s the human drama — the betrayals, the loyalties, the shifting power plays — that makes it irresistible. Each situational arc pulled me deeper in. Just when I thought I had someone figured out, another reveal changed everything. Sterling K. Brown delivers a powerhouse performance, and the writing keeps the tension high without feeling forced. If you're into stories where nothing is quite what it seems, Paradise is absolutely worth the watch. I'm already counting the days for season two. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 04/14/25 Full Review Kyle S Sterling K. Brown shines in this intense psychological sci-fi thriller, featuring gripping performances and a chillingly believable portrayal of wealth and power. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 04/12/25 Full Review Audience Member Held my interest until the lousy ending. Reminded me of Lost. Great story until they had to come up with an ending and ruined the whole series. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 04/10/25 Full Review Michael D While the story might follow a predictable path, its compelling presentation and structure held my attention throughout. Episode 7 stands out as one of the finest episodes I've watched in years. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/05/25 Full Review Audience Member I really liked it until the climax, which was unfortunately one of the dumbest, laziest episodes and conclusions ever. They, the studio pr writers, treated the audience as 2-year-olds with the whole crazy secret service female. All my friends who enjoyed it were just flabbergasted at how such lame, stupid could ruin a show. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 04/04/25 Full Review D C First episode was promising, but 2nd episode gets silly, implausible, supporting characters are weak and dialog is cliched. Not worth watching rest now as you know it's going to be as weak as all the other mindless fluff tv they churn out now. No substance just silly spectacle with no meaningful plot or genuine character development. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 04/03/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 26, 2025 Wildcat Is Down It's just another day in Paradise until Agent Xavier Collins discovers one of the world's most powerful individuals has been murdered; Xavier analyzes the crime scene while recalling his complex relationship with the victim. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 28, 2025 Sinatra Agent Xavier Collins is interrogated; Samantha Redmond (codename Sinatra) begins to reassure the community as she reflects on how she got to Paradise. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 28, 2025 The Architect of Social Well-Being Xavier seeks answers on his own and cautiously turns to Dr. Gabriela Torabi; Billy and Jane feel the pressure from Robinson's investigation. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 4, 2025 Agent Billy Pace The citizens of Paradise celebrate at the annual carnival; Xavier and Billy delve deeper into their investigation. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 11, 2025 In the Palaces of Crowned Kings Xavier faces the consequences of his investigation, forcing him to consider how to proceed. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 18, 2025 You Asked for Miracles Xavier and Robinson set their plans in motion while Sinatra works to preserve the status quo in Paradise. Details Episode 7 Aired Feb 25, 2025 The Day Sinatra and Xavier confront the past, returning to the harrowing day that brought them to Paradise. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 4, 2025 The Man Who Kept the Secrets Xavier and Robinson race to find President Bradford's murderer before it's too late. Details
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Season Info

Director
Glenn Ficarra, John Requa, Stephen Williams
Creator
Dan Fogelman
Executive Producer
Sterling K. Brown, Steve Beers, Dan Fogelman, Glenn Ficarra, John Hoberg, John Requa
Screenwriter
Jason Wilborn, Scott Weinger, Dan Fogelman, Katie French
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 26, 2025