The latest episode of Paradise reveals the truth behind President Bradford’s assassination and the origins of an underground city. Flashbacks uncover the former site manager’s secret identity and motives for the murder, while chaos ensues as characters confront dangerous situations. With strong viewer interest, Hulu has announced a second season, promising to explore the world beyond the city and introduce new characters. Fans eagerly await the next chapter in 2026.
Attention: This article reveals spoilers from the latest episode of Paradise.
The eighth episode of Paradise, masterfully crafted by showrunner Dan Fogelman, is a deeply moving and impactful installment. Disney+ has just premiered the season finale of its inaugural season, finally addressing the burning question that has been on everyone’s minds: who was responsible for the assassination of President Bradford, portrayed by James Marsden?
The episode kicks off with a flashback that takes viewers to the beginnings of an underground city, where a group of workers is laboring on a massive construction site. When their site manager, played by Ian Merrigan, uncovers contamination at the site, he is abruptly terminated before he can alert his team. This prompts him to embark on a relentless quest to expose the truth behind the enigmatic construction project and share his discoveries with the public.
Additionally, through a series of flashbacks, we learn that he was the one who shot the President months prior, causing severe injuries to Xavier, portrayed by Sterling K. Brown. The former site manager ingeniously infiltrated Paradise by pilfering an entry badge from a lookalike. Since then, he has been masquerading as Trent, the librarian, and it is he who carried out the assassination of President Bradford to avenge his fallen colleagues who perished in the city’s construction. As Sinatra, played by Julianne Nicholson, pointed out, the assassin genuinely hailed from outside…
In a twist of fate, Sinatra finds herself shot by Jane following a minor disagreement and is rushed to the hospital for intensive care. Amid the turmoil enveloping Paradise, Xavier manages to slip away to search for his wife, utilizing clues left behind by Carl in a concealed book at the library to escape the bunker.
Meanwhile, Jeremy decides to follow his father’s legacy and unveil the entire truth about Paradise to its residents.
Exciting News: Season 2 of Paradise is on the Horizon!
Despite a slow start in the United States, Paradise has experienced a surge in viewership, prompting Hulu to greenlight a second season. The science fiction series has garnered strong word-of-mouth praise, largely due to the shocking twist in the premiere episode and favorable reviews from critics.
In a recent interview with TV Insider, Sterling K. Brown shared intriguing insights:
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‘We know what billionaires and those in power have done. They constructed a city, didn’t they? In episode 4, we learn that breathable air still exists. Episode 7 reveals that the atomic bombs did not detonate, and life continues, albeit in a transformed manner due to the natural disaster. So, I believe season 2 will delve into what has transpired in the rest of the world and how it appears.’
Expect season 2 of Paradise to diverge significantly from its predecessor, primarily exploring the world outside the city. This change suggests a considerable budget, which Hulu appears willing to allocate. Anticipate the return of flashbacks—Fogelman’s signature style—and the introduction of new characters in the forthcoming episodes.
What challenges and adventures lie in store for Xavier beyond the confines of Paradise? Join us for the answers in 2026.