Shailene Woodley Joins ‘Paradise’ Season 2 Cast Alongside Sterling K. Brown
Emmy winner Brown welcomes Woodley to hit Hulu series that's amassed 100M streaming hours
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The thriller series’ official Instagram page, @paradiseonhulu, has announced that Shailene Woodley will be joining its cast for its highly anticipated second season on Hulu. The post features a fun video skit of Sterling K. Brown and Woodley meeting on set, with the caption “Game recognizes game 🤝 @Shailenewoodley is joining the cast of #ParadiseHulu for Season 2!”
The video shows the easy dynamics between the acclaimed actors, suggesting the two have already begun building chemistry for the upcoming season of the popular Hulu series.
Woodley Joins Paradise After Spectacular Streaming Success
The casting announcement comes on the heels of impressive viewership numbers for “Paradise.” According to another recent post from @paradiseonhulu, the series has been streamed for more than 100 million hours globally since its premiere, establishing it as one of Hulu’s standout productions.
Woodley, known for her versatile acting in projects like “Big Little Lies,” “The Fault in Our Stars,” and the “Divergent” series, brings her considerable talent to a show that has already captured significant audience attention. Her addition to the cast signals the production’s commitment to maintaining its momentum heading into its sophomore season.
Sterling K. Brown’s Growing Influence In Hollywood
Brown has been experiencing a particularly prolific period in his career. The actor, who rose to widespread acclaim for his portrayal of Randall Pearson in the hit NBC drama “This Is Us,” was recently featured as the cover star for the April 2025 edition of EBONY, The Gentlemen’s Playbook magazine.
The magazine cover story describes Brown as someone whose “presence pulls focus—not by volume but by vibration,” highlighting his unique ability to command attention through his measured, thoughtful performance style rather than showiness.
According to his Wikipedia page, Brown has established himself as one of Hollywood’s most respected actors, with two Primetime Emmy Awards to his name—one for his role as Christopher Darden in “The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story” and another for “This Is Us.” He also made history as the first African American actor to win the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series.
The Paradise Phenomenon
“Paradise” has quickly become one of Hulu’s most talked-about original series. The show has been praised for its compelling storytelling and strong performances.
The series is connected to Dan Fogelman, the creator of “This Is Us,” with whom Brown has maintained a strong professional relationship. This creative partnership has continued to flourish beyond the conclusion of their NBC drama, which ran for six acclaimed seasons.
What’s Next For ‘paradise’
With Woodley now officially part of the ensemble, anticipation for “Paradise” Season 2 has reached new heights. The series continues to air on ABC, with new episodes on Mondays at 10/9c, while also being available for streaming on Hulu.
Fans of both Brown and Woodley can look forward to seeing how their characters will interact in the upcoming season, with production likely already underway given the timing of the announcement.
As “Paradise” continues to build its audience and critical acclaim, the addition of Woodley represents another significant step in the show’s evolution, bringing together two performers known for their emotional depth and nuanced characterizations.
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