Created by Dan Fogelman.
“Paradise” (2025) premiered on Hulu in the United States on January 26, 2025.
Distributed by Hulu in the United States.
Paradise (2025) TV Series Review
Paradise is a political thriller set after a global disaster.
The story follows Secret Service agent Xavier Collins, played by Sterling K. Brown, as he investigates the president’s death inside a huge underground bunker.
Season 1 focuses on secrets, power struggles and flashbacks that reveal how the world collapsed.
The tension builds slowly as trust breaks down.
Season 2 moves beyond the bunker into a ruined world.
Xavier searches for answers and for his missing wife while facing new dangers.
The series mixes mystery, drama and survival themes in a smart and emotional way.
CR Rating: 8/10.
Paradise (2025) Actors
Sterling K. Brown as Xavier Collins
DOB: April 5, 1976.
Bio: American actor born in St. Louis, Missouri.
He graduated from Stanford University and later earned his MFA from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.
Brown is widely regarded as one of television’s most accomplished performers, winning Emmy Awards for his roles in The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story and This Is Us.
Role: Collins is a senior Secret Service agent assigned to protect the President of the United States.
A devoted father and disciplined professional, Xavier’s world is shattered when he discovers the President dead under suspicious circumstances.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (13 eps).
Favorite Things: Brown has spoken in interviews about his love for early-morning workouts, theatre craft, and spending intentional time with his family.
Notable Works: This Is Us, Black Panther, Our Idiot Brother, The Suspect.
James Marsden as President Cal Bradford
DOB: September 18, 1973.
Bio: American actor born in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
He rose to prominence playing Scott Summers/Cyclops in the X-Men franchise and went on to showcase his range across romance, comedy, musical, and prestige drama.
Role: Cal Bradford is the charismatic and forward-looking leader of the United States whose shocking death in Episode 1 ignites the central conspiracy of the series.
Though killed early in the timeline, Cal remains a crucial presence through flashbacks, revealing the political pressures, personal relationships, and unseen tensions that shape the mystery.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (10 eps).
Favorite Things: Charismatic speeches, roles that straddle heart and heroism.
Notable Works: X‑Men franchise, The Notebook, Enchanted, Westworld, Dead to Me, Paradise.
Julianne Nicholson as Samantha “Sinatra” Redmond
DOB: July 1, 1971.
Bio: American actress born in Medford, Massachusetts.
She built a respected career across independent film and prestige television, earning critical acclaim for emotionally layered performances.
Nicholson won a Primetime Emmy Award for her role in Mare of Easttown
Role: Samantha “Sinatra” Redmond is a powerful tech billionaire and influential political figure whose reach extends deep into government affairs.
Highly strategic and fiercely intelligent, she operates behind the scenes with calculated precision.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (13 eps).
Favorite Things: Cutting‑edge gadgets, unraveling conspiracies, late‑night strategy sessions.
Notable Works: Masters of Sex, I, Tonya, Mare of Easttown.
Sarah Shahi as Dr. Gabriela Torabi
DOB: January 10, 1980.
Bio: American actress and former NFL cheerleader born in Euless, Texas.
Before transitioning fully into acting, she was a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, an experience she has credited with strengthening her discipline and work ethic.
Role: Dr. Gabriela Torabi serves as a psychologist closely connected to both the Collins family and the broader institutional response to the crisis.
As a mental health professional, she explores trauma, loyalty, and emotional fractures that surface after the President’s death.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (13 eps).
Favorite Things: Shahi has spoken about her passion for fitness, deep character exploration, and spending time with her children and her dog, Pepper.
Notable Works: Sex/Life, Black Adam, Alias.
Nicole Brydon Bloom as Agent Jane Driscoll
DOB: March 23, 1994.
Bio: Bloom is an American actress who has steadily built her profile through period dramas and contemporary television.
She gained wider attention for her role in The Gilded Age, showcasing poise and emotional nuance in a large ensemble cast.
Role: Agent Jane Driscoll is a junior member of Xavier Collins’ Secret Service detail.
Intelligent and observant, she enters the crisis with idealism but quickly confronts the moral ambiguity and political tension surrounding the President’s death.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (14 eps).
Favorite Things: Bloom has expressed interest in character-driven storytelling, historical dramas, and collaborative ensemble work.
Notable Works: The Gilded Age, The Affair.
Krys Marshall as Agent Nicole Robinson
DOB: January 20, 1989.
Bio: American actress known for blending emotional authenticity with strong physical presence.
She gained widespread recognition for her role as Danielle Poole in For All Mankind, where she portrayed a pioneering astronaut navigating leadership, loyalty, and ambition within NASA’s alternate-history space race.
Role: Agent Nicole Robinson is a seasoned Secret Service agent and Xavier Collins’ trusted partner.
With a personal history connected to President Cal Bradford, she finds herself caught between professional duty and lingering loyalty.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (13 eps).
Favorite Things: Marshall has spoken about her love of fitness training, character-driven storytelling, and music, including classic jazz.
Notable Works: For All Mankind, Supergirl.
Aliyah Mastin as Presley Collins
DOB: N/A.
Bio: American actress who made her television debut with Paradise.
Cast following an extensive talent search, she quickly stood out for her natural screen presence and emotional authenticity.
Role: Collins is Xavier Collins’ teenage daughter.
Intelligent and perceptive, she shares a close bond with her father, a relationship strained by the political chaos and secrecy surrounding the President’s death.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (13 eps).
Favorite Things: Late‑night talks on the phone, sibling pranks, sketching her family’s memories.
Notable Works: Paradise (debut).
Percy Daggs IV as James Collins
DOB: c. 2014.
Bio: Young American actor and the son of actor Percy Daggs III, best known for Veronica Mars.
Growing up around the industry, he began appearing in television and film projects at an early age.
Role: James Collins is Xavier Collins’ young son and Presley’s younger brother.
His innocence and curiosity provide emotional contrast to the political turmoil surrounding the family.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (11 eps).
Favorite Things: Building forts, comic books, asking “Why?” about everything.
Notable Works: Never Let Go, Undone.
Jon Beavers as Agent Billy Pace
DOB: May 21, 1984.
Bio: American actor born in Iowa, United States.
He began his career in youth-oriented television, notably appearing on The Fresh Beat Band before transitioning into more mature film and television roles.
Role: Agent Billy Pace is a member of Xavier Collins’ Secret Service team, bringing tactical training and field experience to high-risk situations.
A former special operations serviceman, Billy remains steady under pressure.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (6 eps).
Favorite Things: Public interviews suggest Beavers enjoys music, fitness training, and collaborative on-set work.
Notable Works: Licorice Pizza, Bel‑Air.
Charlie Evans as Jeremy Bradford
DOB: January 1, 2004.
Bio: A young British actor who has appeared in television and streaming projects prior to joining Paradise.
He is known for portraying emotionally reactive teenagers navigating complicated family dynamics.
Role: Jeremy Bradford is the President’s teenage son, thrust into the national spotlight following his father’s sudden death.
Grieving privately while under intense public scrutiny, Jeremy struggles with anger, confusion, and the weight of expectation.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (9 eps).
Favorite Things: Skateboarding, social‑media deep dives, late‑night snacks.
Notable Works: Keep Paradise (debut), Leave the World Behind, and Everything’s Gonna Be Okay
Gerald McRaney as Kane Bradford
DOB: August 19, 1947.
Bio: An Emmy-winning American actor with a long career in television and film.
He is best known for his roles in This Is Us and the sitcom Major Dad.
He’s played everyone from military officers to sitcom dads.
Role: Kane Bradford is the former President and grandfather of the First Family.
Grieving his son’s assassination, he drifts between memories of past power and the emotional turmoil of family loss.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (5 eps).
Favorite Things: Old vinyl records, fishing trips, reciting family lore.
Notable Works: This Is Us, Simon & Simon.
Enuka Okuma as Dr. Teri Collins
DOB: September 20, 1976.
Bio: Canadian actor known for her versatile work in television and film.
She gained prominence on Street Legal and Rookie Blue.
Okuma is celebrated for blending strength, intelligence, and empathy in roles that require both emotional depth and professional authority.
Role: Dr. Teri Collins is Xavier’s wife, presumed dead, whose hidden survival emerges in pivotal flashbacks.
Her story adds mystery, emotional weight, and critical context to Xavier’s motivations and the unfolding conspiracy.
Seasons & Episodes: S1-2 (8 eps).
Favorite Things: Medical dramas, family photo albums, cultivating quiet resilience.
Notable Works: Rookie Blue, Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye, Impulse, Workin’ Moms, The Sleepover.
More Actors
Season 1 (2025)
• Matt Malloy as Vice President Henry Baines.
• Richard Robichaux as Carl.
• Eddie Diaz as Mike Garcia.
• Darin Toonder as Rainey.
• Rafael Cabrera as Malone.
Season 2 (2026)
• Thomas Doherty as Link.
• Shailene Woodley as Annie Clay.
• Alora Johnson as Young Annie.
• Connie Shi as Crystal Lim.
• Scott Peat as Gordon.
FAQ – Paradise TV Series
What is Paradise about?
Paradise is a post-apocalyptic political thriller on Hulu that follows Secret Service agent Xavier Collins after a global catastrophe.
Initially presented as a political conspiracy about a president’s death, the story reveals survivors inside a massive underground bunker and explores power, trust and survival.
Will there be a Season 3?
The creators have laid out Paradise as a three-season arc and Season 3 has been confirmed as the final planned installment. More on Esquire
Is this show similar to This Is Us?
Yes. Like This Is Us, Paradise uses flashbacks to enrich character backstories, creating emotional layers despite its political-thriller setup.
How many episodes does Season 2 have?
Season 2 also consists of 8 episodes, with weekly releases after the premiere.
Where can I watch Paradise?
The series streams on Hulu in the U.S., and internationally on Disney+ where Hulu content is available.
Conclusion
Paradise is a smart and emotional thriller that blends mystery with survival drama.
It explores power, trust and the cost of secrets in a broken world.
The strong performance by Sterling K. Brown adds depth and realism to the story.
While some moments move slowly, the suspense and character development keep viewers engaged.
Across both seasons, the series expands its world and raises bigger questions about leadership and humanity.
If you enjoy thoughtful dystopian dramas with strong acting and layered storytelling, Paradise is worth watching.