Stephen King calls it "great entertainment." Dive into Paradise, a star-studded thriller that twists from murder mystery to epic post-apocalyptic conspiracy.
- April 5, 2026
AceShowbiz - Paradise stands out as a rare streaming thriller that earned public acclaim from the legendary author Stephen King. Created by Dan Fogelman and featuring a star-studded cast including Sterling K. Brown, James Marsden, Julianne Nicholson, and Sarah Shahi, the series begins as an elite-community murder mystery before expanding into a sprawling post-apocalyptic conspiracy tale. It centers on a seemingly flawless underground sanctuary designed to protect survivors after a global disaster.
Stephen King took to Threads to praise the show, calling its first season “good,” its second season “even better,” and ultimately describing it as “great entertainment.” Such an endorsement is significant for a series that thrives on plot twists, helping it rise above the crowded thriller genre.
According to FlixPatrol, Paradise recently achieved consecutive #1 days on Hulu in the United States, maintaining a strong presence near the top of the charts. Internationally, it holds Top 10 positions in multiple markets. On Disney+ worldwide, the show ranked #3 among TV series on April 2, while in the U.S. it was #4 overall on the same day.
The series has already released two compelling seasons, with a third season renewal confirmed as of March 17. Critically, it has maintained high ratings, with Season 1 holding an 86% score on Rotten Tomatoes and Season 2 climbing to 91%. The show’s mix of mystery, dystopian sci-fi elements, and a prestigious cast has contributed to its growing popularity.
Paradise is also shaping up to be Sterling K. Brown’s first major leading TV success since the conclusion of This Is Us in 2022. After the NBC drama ended, Brown stayed active with film projects, including an Oscar-nominated role in American Fiction. However, Paradise marks a return to television as the clear lead, with Hulu’s renewal and Season 2 reportedly generating over 30 million streaming hours.
In addition to his work on Paradise, Sterling K. Brown has appeared in the sci-fi film Biosphere, the Netflix series Atlas, and co-starred in Hulu’s Washington Black. His rising TV profile is bolstered by the success of Paradise, which continues to captivate audiences with its blend of crime, thriller, drama, and science fiction.
For viewers interested in the show, Paradise is available to stream on Hulu. Stay connected with Collider for the latest updates on this acclaimed series as it progresses into its next season.
