Fans of the acclaimed political thriller Paradise have been given a major update, with Disney+ and Hulu officially confirming the release date for its hotly anticipated second season.
Spectacular Streaming Success
The series, which earned a nomination for Outstanding Drama Series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, has proven to be a colossal hit for the streaming platforms. According to data from Nielsen Media Research, which tracks US streaming viewership, Paradise was watched for a staggering 97.4 million hours between June 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025.
This impressive figure underscores the show's popularity, a sentiment echoed by viewers on platforms like IMDb. One fan, tousled_blondie, hailed the first season as "spectacular," praising its gripping plot, strong characters, and immersive world-building that filled a post-pandemic viewing gap.
Season Two: Secrets and Survival
The new season is set to premiere on February 23, kicking off with a three-episode debut before transitioning to a weekly release schedule. A newly released teaser has already begun to unravel some of the twists in store.
In the preview, Sinatra, played by Julianne Nicholson, hints at deeper mysteries, confessing, "Can I tell you a secret, something no one else knows? It was never just about the bunker." Meanwhile, the aftermath of Air Force One's crash landing is shown, with Sterling K. Brown's character, Xavier Collins, searching for his potentially surviving wife, Teri (Enuka Okuma).
The official synopsis reveals that Xavier's quest will take him into the wider world to discover how people endured the three years since 'The Day.' Back in the bunker of Paradise, the community's social fabric continues to fray as they deal with the fallout from season one, and startling new secrets about the city's origins come to light.
Star-Studded Cast Returns
The series boasts a stellar ensemble cast confirmed for the new episodes. Alongside leads Sterling K. Brown and Julianne Nicholson, Jon Beavers and James Marsden are set to return as recurring guest stars.
Their characters, Billy Pace and Cal Bradford, who met their ends in the first season, are expected to feature in flashbacks, adding further layers to the complex narrative. The renewal for this second season was initially confirmed back in February 2025, and now with a firm date and tantalising teaser, the countdown for Paradise's return is well and truly on.
