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Season 1 – Paradise

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A security service team gets assigned to safeguard a former president.
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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 Christopher Stevens Daily Mail (UK) Although the show is from Dan Fogelman, who created the subtle and complex This Is Us, some dialogue in Paradise is bad enough to set your teeth on edge. Rated: 2/5 Aug 4, 2025 Full Review Marlon Wallace The M Report (WBOC.com) So far, it's been doing that same thing that This Is Us and ABC's Lost (2004) did by giving us flashbacks of various characters, doing mini-character studies that have been compelling. Jul 12, 2025 Full Review Rachel Ho Exclaim! While the whodunnit elements create the series' initial hook, it's the unravelling of both characters, especially Marsden's President Bradford, as complex individuals that holds the attention. May 14, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Jeremy W Despite a concept with potential, this is a compendium of TV clichés. It's also extremely boring with an ending that has to be one of the weakest anticlimaxes for a closed miniseries in a long time. Awful. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 09/05/25 Full Review Gareth v This is a stylish, emotionally gripping political thriller with standout performances - especially from Sterling K. Brown - and a premise that hooks early and delivers on thematic ambition. The pacing and narrative ambition occasionally wobble, but the bold vision, compelling twists, and strong character work make it a standout first season. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/04/25 Full Review Stevie Y Paradise (2025) is a rare find and a new show that instantly pulls you in. The acting is top-notch from the entire cast, making every moment feel authentic and compelling. Intriguing plot and fresh concept. With so few fresh shows hitting the mark lately, this one is an absolute standout. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/11/25 Full Review Paul G Sterling K. Brown and James Marsden bring out the absolute best in each other. Extremely well done and riveting. Can't say much more without spoilers. I had to watch it twice. Watch for easter eggs. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/31/25 Full Review Sonia P Plot holes so wide you can drive a car through them Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 07/31/25 Full Review Damien S You would think this would be too far fetched, but in the current climate this could be a reality!!!! Great acting from all! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/23/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Dan Fogelman

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Sterling K. Brown

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James Marsden

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Krys Marshall

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Julianne Nicholson

Actor

Sarah Shahi

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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