Hulu’s hit series Paradise is returning for season 3 after killing off several major characters — so which stars are and aren’t reprising their roles?
The hit series, which premiered in January 2025, initially appeared to be set in a serene and wealthy community forced to face the realities of a shocking murder. But creator Dan Fogelman‘s political thriller featured a twist when Paradise was revealed to be an underground bunker housing the world’s most prominent individuals after an apocalyptic event destroyed the rest of humanity.
While Paradise has been renewed for season 3, executive producer John Hoberg hinted to The Hollywood Reporter in February that the Hulu series would end soon.
“We know what the end is, and it’s an end that would make it very difficult to make a season 4 come afterward,” he said while noting that Fogelman conceived Paradise with a three-season arc.
“We knew we were in the bunker season 1, and we knew we were going out and Xavier was going to look for his wife in season 2,” he explained. “We also knew that we were headed for a collision of two different worlds. So when you have that beginning and you know where you’re swimming to, you know the high points.”
Keep scrolling to see who is — and isn’t — returning in season 3:
Sterling K. Brown
Paradise wouldn’t exist without Brown bringing the show to life on and off screen as the star and executive producer.
Julianne Nicholson
Season 2 showed Sinatra’s fall from power, which concluded with her death. Season 3 could bring Julianne Nicholson back — but likely not in present day.
Sarah Shahi
Gabriela returned in season 2 and is expected to come back again in future episodes.
Nicole Brydon Bloom
Nicole Brydon Bloom will likely not return after Jane was killed.
Enuka Okuma
After officially being introduced as Xavier’s wife, Enuka Okuma wicks resemble reprise her role.
James Marsden
Flashbacks of the president were used in seasons 1 and 2 but could time travel open the door for more?
Thomas Doherty
The actor had a recurring guest star role but it appears Link could continue to be a main presence on the show.
Shailene Woodley
Shailene Woodley will likely not appear in the new season after her character Annie’s death.
Ryan Michelle Bathé
Sterling K. Brown’s real-life wife had a small role in season 2 but it has been wrapped up.
